Eric Dybsand Memorial AI Scholarship
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Eric Dybsand Memorial AI Scholarship
Overview: The Eric Dybsand AI Scholarship began in 2007 to honor Eric Dybsand, a pillar of the game development community and a specialist in Artificial Intelligence.
Background: Eric Dybsand was well-known at GDC as one of the original "3 AI guys" alongside Steve Woodcock and Neil Kirby. He was instrumental in running the AI roundtables at GDC, a fixture that continues today.
Award Structure: Each year, one student with an interest in AI is chosen to receive the scholarship in Eric's honor.
Target Audience: Students with interest in Artificial Intelligence in game development
Geographic Scope: Not specified (appears to be open to GDC-affiliated applicants)
Funder: IGDA Foundation (DC, US) - a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization
Contact: igdafoundation.org
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