ADIA Lab Symposium is a meeting for anyone interested in how modern artificial intelligence and data science research works. The focus is on methods and results: how to build models, test them and take them from research into real systems. It offers a chance to hear researchers and engineers in the same setting and explore the questions behind prominent technology news.
The symposium takes place 26–28 October 2026 at Four Seasons Hotel Abu Dhabi on Al Maryah Island. It suits researchers, data specialists, engineers and leaders seeking a substantial introduction to developments in AI beyond presentations of finished products.
What is on the programme
The organiser announces keynote talks, thematic discussions, research presentations and case studies. The programme also includes posters, a format that lets visitors examine a research project more closely and discuss it with its authors. Together, these formats offer several ways into a subject, from an overview to a particular method or experiment.
Before travelling, consider which areas are closest to your work. If you are interested in implementing AI, look for discussions about developing and applying systems. If research methods are your priority, choose talks and posters relevant to your question. Prepare a couple of substantive questions so that conversations after a presentation can continue the discussion of the research.
What to check before attending
The symposium is free, with both in-person participation and a livestream available. To attend in person, register through ADIA Lab and select the relevant sessions in the current programme.
Build your day around the most important discussions and leave breaks between meetings. If travelling with colleagues, you could divide the sessions between you and compare conclusions afterwards. This approach can work for both a specialist and a team with different interests. Consult ADIA Lab for the latest schedule.
Travelling to Al Maryah Island
In your enquiry to Hola Taxi, you can discuss travel to Four Seasons from your hotel in Abu Dhabi or from Dubai, including your preferred return arrangements. Give the date, starting address and passenger count. Name the symposium venue as Four Seasons Hotel Abu Dhabi on Al Maryah Island in your request.
Sources
Checked on 19 October 2026.
