Call for Abstracts
AI Futures Summit: Empowering Higher Education
AI is rapidly evolving and is transforming how research is conducted and how knowledge is disseminated. Discussing AI in academia and research supports understanding current trends, challenges, and opportunities. A summit about AI in academia and research prepares for the future, ensuring everyone is equipped with tools and knowledge to succeed in an increasingly AI-driven academic landscape.
That’s why we’re proud to present the AI Futures Summit: Empowering Higher Education, taking place in Abu Dhabi, UAE, one of the world’s most AI-ready nations and a rising global hub for innovation, technology, and education. Hosted by Khalifa University in partnership with Knowledge E, the summit brings together an international community of thought leaders, researchers, and educators to explore how AI can drive smarter, more inclusive, and more sustainable academic ecosystems.
We welcome proposals from around the world for 20-minute presentations or 1-hour panel sessions that share insights, case studies (preference will be given to case studies that showcase innovative examples of AI collaboration from inspiring HEIs.), and ideas on AI’s transformative role in academia in any of the topics listed below:
Role of AI in teaching and learning
- The role of AI in enhancing teaching and learning experiences in higher education.
- Strategies for integrating AI technologies into curriculum design and assessment.
- Case studies and success stories of HEIs that have effectively implemented AI in their educational programs.
Ethical and sustainable AI
- Ethical and societal implications of AI in education, including privacy, security, and job displacement concerns.
- Integration of AI technologies into environmental efforts and promoting practices that minimize the environmental impact of AI systems.
Use cases for AI in the institution
- Potential impact of AI. Use cases for researching repositories, data sources, research data, LMS, policies, guidelines, and operations.
Industry partnerships
- Exploring partnerships and collaborations between universities and corporations to improve student experience.
Role of AI in teaching and learning
- Ethical and societal implications of AI in education, including privacy, security, and job displacement concerns.
- Integration of AI technologies into environmental efforts and promoting practices that minimise the environmental impact of AI systems.
Ethical and sustainable AI
- The role of AI in enhancing teaching and learning experiences in higher education.
- Strategies for integrating AI technologies into curriculum design and assessment.
- Case studies and success stories of HEIs that have effectively implemented AI in their educational programmes.
Use cases for AI in the institution
Potential impact of AI. Use cases for researching repositories, data sources, research data, LMS, policies, guidelines, and operations.
Industry partnerships
Exploring partnerships and collaborations between universities and corporations to improve student experience.
Submission
What to include in your submission
When submitting your proposal, please provide the following:
Thematic Area
Indicate which thematic area your proposal aligns with.Proposal Title & Abstract
Submit your proposal title along with an abstract (maximum 1 page), including three key takeaways.Presenter Information
Full name
Institutional affiliation
Email address
100-word professional biography
Note: For panel discussions, include these details for all panellists.
Important notes
Selected presenters must cover their own travel and accommodation costs.
The conference participation fee will be waived for accepted speakers.
You will receive a 100% discount promo code upon acceptance.
All speakers must still complete registration for security purposes.
Key Dates
Submission Deadline: 27 July 2025
Review & Notification: Proposals will be reviewed by the Review Committee, and notifications will be sent out in August.
Technical Programme Committee
All submitted proposals will be evaluated by our dedicated Review Committee, comprising leading voices from academia, research and industry. The committee brings together a wealth of expertise in artificial intelligence, education technology and institutional innovation.
Mahmoud Al-Qutayri
Technical Programme Committee Chair
Associate Provost for Academic Operations, Prof. Electrical & Computer Engineering, Khalifa University
Kamran Robert Kardan
Technical Programme Committee Member
Founder and CEO, Knowledge E
Questions?
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