AI for Science: Kickoff 2026

February 10, 2026

Overview

AI is playing an increasing role in the sciences, including mathematics. IPAM’s program stimulated and will continue to stimulate the use of AI across the scientific landscape.  At the same time, leading UCLA researchers in Physical Sciences and beyond using AI in a variety of innovative ways.

This inaugural event brings together the pioneers who are defining how AI will accelerate scientific discovery — from Nobel and Fields Medal laureates to the leaders shaping AI innovation across academia, research labs, and industry.

The event features keynote talks by leading AI Scientists and Mathematicians, as well as panel discussions focusing on perspectives on AI from three sides: Mathematics, Higher Education, and Industry.

In-person participation in this event is by invitation only. Registration for remote participation is open.


This event is organized jointly by IPAM, the UCLA Division of Physical Sciences, the SAIR Foundation and the World Leading Scientists Institute


Organizing Committee

Miguel García-Garibay (University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA))
Chuck Ng (SAIR & World Leading Scientists Institute)
Dima Shlyakhtenko (Institute for Pure and Applied Mathematics)
Terence Tao (University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA))