ChallengeEU Partners Connect at URAI Symposium 2026
On 4 November, researchers, lecturers, doctoral candidates and students from several ChallengeEU partner institutions gathered at the URAI Symposium 2026 at the FHNW Campus Brugg-Windisch, strengthening connections between the European University Alliance and the wider AI research community.
Held under the theme “AI and the Human in the Loop: Creation, Application, and Co-Evolution”, the symposium welcomed around 100 participants from Switzerland, Germany, France, Poland and beyond and included contributions from HSO, ECAM LaSalle and FHNW.
The event was organised by FHNW School of Computer Science in collaboration with TriRhenaTech, an associated partner of ChallengeEU through Hochschule Offenburg. Additional associated partners, including Hightech Zentrum Aargau, contributed to the vibrant exchange of ideas and experiences across institutional and national borders, reflecting the Quadruple Helix approach that is central to ChallengeEU’s mission. Alongside researchers, students and doctoral candidates, participants included industry representatives, independent entrepreneurs, and members of civil society, reflecting ChallengeEU’s Quadruple Helix approach The presence of business partners, ethics experts, and representatives of religious and community organisations enriched the debate and demonstrating the importance of combining diverse perspectives when addressing the opportunities and challenges of AI.
Since its launch in 2019, the URAI Symposium has developed into an important platform for scientific and professional exchange in the field of artificial intelligence across the Upper Rhine region. This year’s programme deliberately placed people at the centre of the discussion on artificial intelligence. Through keynote presentations, scientific talks, poster sessions and networking opportunities, participants explored how AI is created, applied and continuously shaped through human interaction.
Discussions highlighted not only technological advances but also the societal, ethical and educational dimensions of AI. A particular highlight of the day was the strong participation of early-career researchers. Many doctoral candidates and young scholars presented their work to an international audience and exchanged ideas with experienced researchers.
The conference proceedings will be published in early 2027.
Daria
Contributor at ChallengeEU Alliance.
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