AI Consulting

Receive expert guidance on applying artificial intelligence to your research. We help researchers evaluate AI solutions, plan secure and scalable workflows, and make informed decisions about data, computing resources, and model selection.

When to use this service

• You are exploring whether AI or machine learning is appropriate for a research project.

• You need help selecting models, tools, datasets, or computing resources.

• You are working with sensitive, regulated, or restricted research data and need guidance on secure AI workflows.

• You want to evaluate commercial, open-source, or campus AI solutions for research use.

• You need assistance designing a reproducible and scalable AI workflow for proposals, publications, or funded projects.

• You want to understand LSU Research Computing resources that support AI research.

What you get

• A consultation with AI and research computing specialists.

• Recommendations for models, software frameworks, and computing platforms appropriate for your research goals.

• Guidance on data management, security requirements, and responsible AI practices.

• Advice on workflow design, evaluation methods, and reproducibility strategies.

• Referrals to LSU Research Computing services, including high-performance computing, secure research environments, data storage, and training resources.

• Next-step recommendations and resource planning to help move your project forward.

How to start

• Submit an AI Consultation request using the link on the right, describing your research objectives and anticipated use of AI.

• Provide any available information about your data, project timeline, funding source, and computing requirements.

• Meet with a Research Computing consultant to discuss technical options, security considerations, and recommended next steps.