Showcasing innovative AI research across Connecticut. Co-organized by the Connecticut AI Alliance (CAIA) and the University of Connecticut (UConn).
We invite undergraduate students, graduate students, and faculty members from all Connecticut colleges and universities to submit one-page abstracts of their AI-related research for presentation at the 2nd Annual AI Research Symposium, held as part of Hartford AI Day 2026.
The symposium welcomes submissions based on recently published work, early results from ongoing research, or work currently under review or accepted at other venues. This non-archival format allows researchers to share their latest findings while maintaining the ability to publish elsewhere.
Building on the success of our inaugural 2025 symposium, this year's event continues to bridge academic research with industry applications and foster collaboration across institutions statewide.
Open to all CT colleges and universities — undergrad through faculty
Share published, in-progress, or under-review work freely
12–15 min talks and interactive poster presentations
Best Paper, Best Poster, and Best Student Paper
Abstracts addressing any aspect of artificial intelligence are welcome, including but not limited to:
One-page abstract (max 500 words, excluding title and author info). Submit as a single PDF file.
Clearly describe the research problem, methodology, key results or expected contributions, and broader significance.
Include the paper title, full names and affiliations of all authors, and corresponding author email.
Submissions are non-archival. Published, under-review, or accepted work is welcome if the other venue permits non-archival dual submission.
Open to undergrads, grad students, postdocs, and faculty. At least one author must be affiliated with a CT institution. Industry co-authors welcome.
All student-led submissions automatically considered for the student award.
This symposium is jointly organized by two leading AI initiatives in Connecticut.
A consortium of 21 Connecticut higher education institutions advancing AI research, education, and workforce development statewide.
theccic.org/collaborations/caiaConnecticut's flagship public research university, with nationally recognized programs in AI, data science, and computing.
uconn.eduSubmit your one-page abstract by April 13, 2026 and join researchers from across Connecticut at Hartford AI Day.