Conference Description
The AI for Materials, Energy, and Chemical Sciences GRC is a premier, international scientific conference focused on advancing the frontiers of science through the presentation of cutting-edge and unpublished research, prioritizing time for discussion after each talk and fostering informal interactions among scientists of all career stages. The conference program includes a diverse range of speakers and discussion leaders from institutions and organizations worldwide, concentrating on the latest developments in the field. The conference is five days long and held in a remote location to increase the sense of camaraderie and create scientific communities, with lasting collaborations and friendships. In addition to premier talks, the conference has designated time for poster sessions from individuals of all career stages, and afternoon free time and communal meals allow for informal networking opportunities with leaders in the field.
The 2026 GRC AIMECS, themed Autonomous Discovery Across Scales, will bring together researchers and innovators from academia, industry, national labs, and government agencies to explore AI’s role in advancing materials, energy, and chemical sciences. Featuring a diverse roster of speakers and discussion leaders from around the world, the program fosters rigorous scientific dialogue and collaboration through talks, posters, and dynamic discussions. Sessions will highlight advances in automation & robotics, molecular and materials discovery, process optimization, and digital infrastructures that drive autonomous innovation and scalable low-carbon solutions. By bringing together diverse expertise, AIMECS 2026 will accelerate AI-driven breakthroughs that transform discovery and deployment in materials, energy, and chemical sciences.
The conference will consist of nine sessions, on the topics listed below. The conference chair is currently developing their preliminary program, which will include the names of the invited speakers and discussion leaders for each of these sessions. The preliminary program will be available by May 7, 2025. Please check back for updates.
