Please note: Registering on Luma does NOT register you for AIAS+ 2026 or give you access to the conference. All official tickets are sold only at https://www.aiasplus.org/. Anyone not registered through our official website will not be admitted. AI for Science has arrived. The hard questions are just beginning. How far can the AI scientist go?

What becomes of the human scientist?

And how do we protect science along the way?

AIAS+ (AI Advancing Science & Society) is an annual symposium hosted by the Tianqiao & Chrissy Chen Institute. In 2026, the symposium returns for its second edition, bringing together more than 100 leading scientists, AI developers & investors, including a 2026 Nobel laureate, a Turing Award winner & Fields Medalists. The program includes talks, workshops, & discussions on how AI can help scientists make new discoveries.

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For Scientists & Researchers

Where does AI fall short in your research, & what would you want it to do next? Bring your questions about reliability, scientific judgment & the scientist's evolving role. Exchange perspectives with people building AI & those putting it to work in science.

For Founders & Builders

What stands between a promising AI demo & a tool scientists can rely on? Bring your product, evidence & open questions. Explore real research needs & connect with scientists, fellow founders & investors through lunchtime conversations & evening gatherings.

Startups at any stage are welcome. You don't need a mature product or a deep research background to join the discussion.

Bring your team. Get your work seen. Bring up to two collaborators free with your paid registration, subject to capacity.

Get your startup featured online, subject to a light relevance check.

Four selected teams will present on the main stage.

Reach our network of 100+ VCs. With your consent, we'll share your startup's introduction.

Submit your team & bring your collaborators

Team submissions are open on a rolling basis. Complimentary collaborator passes are first come, first served, subject to capacity.