The University of Utah’s “AI supercomputer” was christened “Redtail” as it went online last month. As its designers showcased its features to students for the first time, the supercomputer had already ranked among the world’s fastest and most energy efficient. Redtail, expected to be an essential part of what university officials describe as a new artificial intelligence ecosystem, ranked No. The University of Utah released a call for proposals for “AI challenge projects” open to Utah System of Higher Education researchers and educators. Those selected will have six months of access to Redtail and assistance from AI experts to help run the projects.