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Free ChatGPT seats for US university biology labs

OpenAI opened applications for the Rosalind Academic Plan. Approved life-science labs at US universities can get up to 30 ChatGPT Business Standard seats free for up to 12 months, with access to GPT-Rosalind subject to a trusted-access review. A principal investigator or lab lead applies for the lab.

Why it matters

It removes the cost barrier for academic biology labs that want to test AI in their research.

Who it's for

Principal investigators and lab leads in the life sciences at US universities.

What it means for you

  1. Check the Rosalind Academic Plan eligibility details in OpenAI's release notes.
  2. Apply as the PI or lab lead.
  3. After approval, set up the workspace and enable access for approved members.

Applies to: Applications open now; labs covered by an OpenAI Enterprise agreement use their university's process.

Source: @OpenAI on X ↗

Written by AgentStackList from the original post. Checked Oct 17, 2026. Features, plans and availability can change, so confirm on the source before you rely on it.

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