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About the School
Artificial Intelligence in Cognitive Technologies is a burgeoning field that has garnered significant interest from the industry in recent years. International School on Artificial Intelligence for Cognitive Technologies (ISACT), designed specifically for Master and PhD students, early career researchers, and industry professionals, aims to present the fundamental aspects of AI in cognitive technologies within an interdisciplinary context, focusing on Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), Brain-Computer Interface (BCI), Explainable AI (XAI), and related technologies. This dynamic and intensive programme offers a unique opportunity to delve into the cutting-edge intersections of AI and cognitive technologies, guided by world-renowned experts in the field. Participants will engage in a rigorous curriculum that includes hands-on workshops, insightful lectures, and collaborative projects, all aimed at enhancing skills and fostering innovation. Network with peers, gain invaluable insights, and advance your research or career in the rapidly evolving landscape of AI. To make this school an interactive learning experience, we would encourage the participants to share their research presentations during the school.
This year's edition intends to bring together academia and industry to provide a large practical perspective to master and PhD students, as well as to young industry personnel. Attendees will be able to extend their knowledge in both theoretical and practical aspects of:
- Artificial Intelligence
- Explainable AI
- Brain-Computer Interface (BCI)
- Human-Computer Interaction (HCI)
The 2026 IEEE SMCS International Summer School on Artificial Intelligence for Cognitive Technologies (IEEE ISACT 2026) will be held from the 29th to the 3rd of July, 2026, in Singapore. This event will be hosted by Nanyang Technological University (NTU) Singapore, a national public research university founded in 1981 and elevated to full university status in 1991. NTU is Singapore's second oldest autonomous university. NTU's main campus is located in western Singapore and covers 200 hectares (490 acres), making it the largest university campus in the country. As of 2024, NTU enrolled 37,458 students and employed 7,997 faculty and staff. The university is organised into several colleges and schools covering engineering, business, science, computing, humanities, education, and medicine. NTU has established itself as a comprehensive national public research university with extensive global academic and industry partnerships, making it an ideal venue for this international summer school.
Call for ParticipationImportant Dates
- Application (with travel grant) Deadline: 30th March 2026
- Notification of Acceptance (including travel grant): 6th April 2026
- Registration Deadline: 30th April 2026
- Application (without travel grant) Deadline: 30th April 2026
- School Dates: 29th June - 3rd July 2026
Programme Overview
Here is a preliminary list of topics to be covered in the School. Information is a matter of update...
The preliminary programme schedule will be available shortly.
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Preparation
Prepare your CV and a possible list of travel and accommodation costs (if you would like to apply for a travel grant).
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Fill and Upload
Fill-in your information in the online form isact.github.io/apply and upload your CV to isact.github.io/cv by 30th March 2026.
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Decision
We will contact you over e-mail once the final decision has been made, and your application has been accepted or rejected; by 6th April 2026, along with the decision regarding the travel grant. If you are selected, then you would need to respond with your acceptance by 30th April 2026.
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Participation Fee
Participation fee details to be announced soon.
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Award of Travel
Grants
You will be informed if you (had applied for and) win one of our limited number of travel grants, which will cover your travel (flight, train or bus) expenses (in full or part) to reach the venue; by 6th April 2026.
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Registration
You need to pay the participation fee and register yourself by 30th April 2026. The registration procedure will be communicated to the selected candidates via E-Mail.
Speakers (The list is currently being updated)
List of speakers (in alphabetical order)
* change is the only constant - the list is being updated with new speakers
XAI in Interactive Information
Systems
Andreas Nürnberger
Otto von Guericke University Magdeburg, Germany
Trustworthy Medical AI
Soumick Chatterjee
Human Technopole, Milan, Italy and
Otto von Guericke University Magdeburg, Germany
Singapore
is ready to welcome you for a fun-filled interactive educational school: ISACT 2026
Organising Institute:
Otto von Guericke University Magdeburg, Germany
Named after Otto von Guericke (1602 - 1686), the renowned son of Magdeburg and well-known for his research on the vacuum, the Otto von Guericke University (OVGU) was founded in 1993 and is thus one of the youngest universities in Germany: a place where tradition meets innovation. With nine faculties, the university has gained in importance as a notable institution of teaching and research. Roughly 14,000 students are enrolled at the moment and approximately 25% of them are international students. Around 770 doctoral students, among which 285 are from abroad, are researching in various fields of engineering, natural science, medicine, econonomics, etc. By offerring many interdisciplinary research opportunities, OvGU Magdeburg is one of primal research hub in Germany
Organisers:
Dr Soumick Chatterjee
Human Technopole, Milan, Italy &
Otto von Guericke University Magdeburg, Germany
Email: soumick.chatterjee@ovgu.de
Prof Dr Andreas Nürnberger
Otto von Guericke University Magdeburg, Germany
Email: andreas.nuernberger@ovgu.de
Prof Dr Giancarlo Fortino
University of Calabria, Italy
Email: g.fortino@unical.it
Co-organising and Host Institute:
Nanyang Technological University, Singapore
Nanyang Technological University (NTU) is a national public research university in Singapore. Founded in 1981 and elevated to full university status in 1991, it is Singapore's second oldest autonomous university. NTU's main campus, located in western Singapore, covers 200 hectares (490 acres), making it the largest university campus in the country. As of 2024, NTU enrolled 37,458 students and employed 7,997 faculty and staff. The university is organised into several colleges and schools covering engineering, business, science, computing, humanities, education, and medicine. NTU has established itself as a leading international research institution with extensive global academic and industry partnerships, making it an ideal venue for this international summer school. NTU is ranked among the top universities globally, with particular strengths in engineering, data science, and artificial intelligence research.
Local Organisers:
Dr Thanaraj T.
Nanyang Technological University Singapore
Email: thanaraj.t@ntu.edu.sg
Muhammad Baqir Bin Amir
Nanyang Technological University Singapore
Email: baqir.amir@ntu.edu.sg
Steering Committee:
Prof Dr Andreas Nürnberger
Otto von Guericke University Magdeburg, Germany
Prof Dr Giancarlo Fortino
University of Calabria, Rende, Italy
Dr Soumick Chatterjee
Human Technopole, Milan, Italy &
Otto von Guericke University Magdeburg, Germany
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Location:
Nanyang Technological University
Singapore 639798, Singapore
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