About the Conference

15th Annual BEAR PGR Conference: Bridging Research, Innovation, and Computing. Explore how BEAR’s advanced computing resources are powering cutting-edge AI research, with a strong emphasis on ethics, integrity, and responsible innovation.

Date

April 29, 2026

Registration Deadline

March 31, 2026

Open To

PGRs & Staff

Location

Old Gym, UoB

Our Mission

The BEAR (Birmingham Environment for Academic Research) Conference is an academic event for postgraduate researchers to showcase work enabled by High Performance Computing (HPC).

This year, under the theme "AI x Integrity", we explore the ethical boundaries and technical possibilities of artificial intelligence in research.

Why Attend?

This conference provides a unique platform for researchers to present their results, learn about innovative techniques across various fields, and network with peers who use BlueBEAR and HPC approaches.

Also, by presenting your research, you stand a chance to compete for "Best Talk" and "Best Poster" awards, generously sponsored by Lenovo.

Where to find us

The Old Gym
University of Birmingham, Edgbaston, Birmingham, B15 2TT

Located on the Ring Road near the Haworth Building & Biosciences Building, just next to University Square on the Edgbaston Campus.
Please note that access to the Lower Ground floor is via the two side staircases only, easily accessible via the two side doors as you enter from the Ring Road.

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