AISB Convention 2025
14-16 January 2025
University of the West of England, Bristol, UK
The AISB Convention is a flourishing annual conference that thrives from an interdisciplinary audience and facilitates discourse amongst a diverse set of researchers and research cultures. The 2025 convention of the Society for the Study of Artificial Intelligence and Simulation of Behaviour (AISB) will be held as an in-person only event on 14-16 January 2025. The Call for Symposia is now closed.
Programme & Tracks
- General Track
- Are we about to experience another AI Winter?
- New perspectives on free will
- Cybernetics and Robotics
- The nature, risks and potential of artificial intelligence
Submission
Submission of papers for each of the symposia and the general track can be made by clicking on the links above.
Keynote Speakers
Prof Owen Holland – Emeritus Professor (Informatics), University of Sussex
Prof Alan Winfield PhD, DSc, CEng, MIET, MIEEE – Professor of Robot Ethics
General Information
The University of the West of England (UWE Bristol) is thrilled to welcome you to our vibrant and dynamic campus, known for its cutting-edge facilities and strong connections with industry. We hope you enjoy your stay and take advantage of all that UWE Bristol and the beautiful city of Bristol have to offer. UWE Bristol’s main campus is located 2 miles from the M4 and M5, and has close links with Bristol Parkway train station and city centre buses.
Registration
Registration is now available via the UWE events registration system. Note that to take advantage of the AISB member rate, you must supply your latest membership invoice number in the booking system. This number will begin AISB-INV. We suggest you search for AISB-INV in your email client to find the invoice email. If you are unable to find your recent membership invoice, then please email admin@aisb.org.uk and we will resend a copy of your invoice to you. If you are not a member of AISB, you can join now and benefit from the member rate for the Convention as below.
To become a member of AISB, simply select the ‘Join AISB’ menu item in the menu bar above, and follow the joining instructions for UK/EU or International membership. You can pay online via PayPal or using a credit card. You will usually receive your membership confirmation invoice within 48 hours.
| Attendee Type | Full Earlybird | One day Earlybird | Supp for non-earlybird |
|---|---|---|---|
| Attendees – Members | £260 | £200 | £30 |
| Attendees – Non-members | £310 | £250 | £30 |
| Student members | £160 | £120 | £20 |
| Student non-members | £180 | £140 | £20 |
| Corporate rate – non-members | £600 | £450 | £30 |
| Independent researcher – members | £180 | £140 | £30 |
| Independent researcher – non-members | £230 | £190 | £30 |
Important Dates
- Extended abstract submission deadline: Extended to December 1, 2024
- Notification of acceptance/rejection decisions: December 9, 2024
- Final versions of accepted papers where required (Camera ready copy): January 7, 2025
- Convention: 14-16 January 2025
Program Committee
General Chair: Bertie Müller (Swansea University)
Convention Organiser: Steve Battle (UWE)
Venue
University of the West of England (UWE)
Frenchay Campus
Coldharbour Lane
Bristol
BS16 1QY
United Kingdom
Travel
Local Bus Services
It’s easy to get around the city by bus and Metrobus. Bristol Bus Station offers cross-country services and Frenchay Campus has its own Megabus and National Express stop.
Travelwest and First Bus have details of Bus services to Frenchay Campus and a journey planner to plan your travel between the city centre and UWE Frenchay Campus.
The easiest and quickest way from UWE Frenchay Campus to the city centre is by Metrobus.
Arriving By Train
GWR offer a reduced fare for conference delegates. Visit the GWR website for full details and to book.
Arriving By Car
Bristol has implemented a Clean Air Zone, if traveling by car please check if your vehicle will be charged and how to pay via Bristol City Council’s Clean Air Zone and vehicle checker.
Further details of getting to and from UWE Bristol campuses, can be found on the UWE webpages.
Accommodation
You are responsible for making your own accommodation arrangements. Bristol has a wide variety of accommodation to suit all tastes and budgets. We would recommend staying in the city centre, which has excellent transport links to UWE Bristol, Frenchay Campus.
Below are a few hotels located in the city centre and are less than 10 minutes walk from M1/M3 Metrobus stops.
- Ibis Bristol Centre
- Travel Lodge Bristol Central
- Radisson Blu Hotel, Bristol
- Clayton Hotel, Bristol
- Bristol Marriott Royal Hotel
- Hotel du Vin
There are many more accommodation options in Bristol, the Visit Bristol website provides useful information and contact details to help you find the right accommodation during your stay in Bristol.
Accommodation close to UWE Bristol, Frenchay Campus