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Steered by Prof. Anthony L. Brooks, EAI ArtsIT 2025 invites artists, researchers, and innovators to explore how technology transforms art and culture. Through performances, installations, paper presentations, and panel discussions, the conference fosters experimentation and dialogue across disciplines.

In an era where algorithms paint, AR sculptures dance, and immersive worlds invite new forms of presence, EAI ArtsIT 2025 emerges as a critical nexus: a space where artists and technologists, dreamers and engineers, converse, collaborate, and question how we make meaning in the digital age.

Mark your calendars: November 7-9, 2025, at Heriot-Watt University, Dubai, UAE, ArtsIT returns for its 14th edition to UAE after a big success in 2024 when the event was hosted by New York University Abu Dhabi, again the event invites a global community to probe the evolving relationships between art, technology, interactivity, and culture. 

Why ArtsIT Matters - Now More Than Ever

At its core, ArtsIT is more than a conference – it’s a laboratory of ideas. It arises from a conviction: that art and technology, far from being separate domains, are deeply interwoven agents of transformation in society.

What sets ArtsIT apart

  • Cross-disciplinary hybridity: Scientists, engineers, artists, designers, scholars, and cultural practitioners meet on equal footing – challenging assumptions in their disciplines and co-constructing new methods and forms. 
  • Topical relevance: The program embraces frontier themes – AI & big data, immersive media (VR/AR/XR), digital cultural heritage, interactive installations, games & gamification, and more.
  • Global impact via scholarly dissemination: Accepted works are published via Springer in the LNICST series and indexed in major databases (Web of Science, Scopus, etc.). 
  • Hybrid format & accessibility: The 2025 edition offers both onsite and online participation, widening participation beyond boundaries. 

In Dubai, with its blend of futuristic architectural ambition and rich cultural layers, EAI ArtsIT 2025 gains a compelling backdrop: a city that itself resonates with tension between tradition and spectacle, between rapid development and sensorial depth. 

What to Expect: Threads, Highlights & Opportunities

Here’s how your days at ArtsIT might unfold – and where the magic often happens.

Themes & Sessions

You’ll find sessions (keynotes, parallel tracks, panels, demos, workshops, performances) tackling:

  • AI, generative art & computational creativity
  • Interactive installations & tangible interfaces
  • Immersive media, VR/AR/MR, metaverses
  • Digital storytelling, narrative in hybrid spaces
  • Cultural heritage & preservation through technology
  • Games, gamification, playful interactions
  • Human-robot / human-AI interaction in artistic systems
  • Sustainability, ethics & social justice through digital art
  • Sound, sonification, music interfaces & audio art
  • Special tracks

Performance, Demos & Exhibits

Don’t expect a purely academic affair. ArtsIT blends theory and practice: expect live installations, interactive exhibits, tech-augmented performances, demos of cutting-edge systems, and hands-on workshops. 

Networking & Cross-Pollination

One of the richest returns of ArtsIT is in unexpected conversations: artists discovering new tools, engineers rethinking their user models, scholars being challenged to rethink frameworks. The social program, coffee breaks, poster sessions, and impromptu hack/dream sessions are where ideas germinate.

Publication & Recognition

Accepted full papers go to a peer-reviewed Springer volume; posters and demos also get exposure. You also become part of the growing ArtsIT community, with ongoing possibilities for collaboration, further special issues, and dialogue beyond the conference. A case of be there or be square!

How to Get Involved & Make the Most of ArtsIT

Here are practical tips if you (or your colleagues) are considering attending physically (highly recommended) as day rates are available for non-delegates:

  1. Choose the right track: Approximately 60 accepted papers will be presented in parallel track sessions so attendees can select which papers they wish to attend (plan via a supplied program with titles and abstracts).
  2. Decide on mode wisely: If you can travel, physical presence offers much richer engagement. But if not feasible, the hybrid format still allows you to participate though limited. 
  3. Expect presentations associated with big questions: Art+Tech work that is deeply reflective – i.e. that interrogates social impact, ethics, identity, sustainability – often resonates more in this growing global community than “just another demo with cool tech.”
  4. Projects that design for interactivity & experience: Even a “paper” can propose or include prototypes, immersive visuals, or participatory elements. The community appreciates embodied experiences, not just descriptions.
  5. Allocate time for serendipity: Build in “open time” in your attendance schedule. Attend poster sessions, stroll exhibits, talk to someone outside your domain – many collaborations begin in side-chats that have led to funded international projects. NETWORK!
  6. Authors targeting legacy: Author/presenters publish their work via ArtsIT, and then consider: how might their prototypes, code, installations survive or evolve beyond the conference? Physical audience members are promoted to ask questions and engage with presenters in the talks, in breaks, and even post conference to learn more about the bodies of work.
 

Event in a nutshell

📆 Dates: November, 7-9 2025 

📌 Venue: Heriot-Watt University, Dubai, UAE

🎟 Registration: Register by October 31, with onsite vs online options; student and one-day options available 

🖥 Format: Hybrid – onsite (highly recommended) + online

📖 Publishing: Springer, LNICST series, indexed in major databases 

🎨 Key thematic highlights: art, immersive media, AI & big data, interactivity, heritage, game creation, digital storytelling, inclusion, etc. 

 

Why You Should Attend ArtsIT

Because whether you come from an arts, computing, design, heritage, or cross-disciplinary background, ArtsIT offers:

  • A rare transversal platform to push beyond disciplinary silos
  • A place to test, fail, rethink, iterate
  • An opportunity to get your work into global scholarly discourse
  • Connections with people working on the bleeding edge of creative technologies
  • A vantage point on how culture, identity, ethics, and society are being remade in digital terms

In short: Art + Tech is not a niche – it’s central to how we will experience, remember, and negotiate our humanity in the 21st century. EAI ArtsIT 2025 is your doorway into that frontier.

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Major EAI Conferences to Attend Before 2025 Ends https://eai.eu/blog/major-eai-conferences-2025/ Thu, 09 Oct 2025 07:25:01 +0000 https://eai.eu/blog// Academic conferences are not just for presenters – they offer a front-row seat to the latest research and a chance to connect with experts. From healthcare to cybersecurity and digital creativity, these four 2025 events offer opportunities to learn and network without presenting your own work. As 2025 unfolds, these events showcase the latest advancements […]

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Academic conferences are not just for presenters – they offer a front-row seat to the latest research and a chance to connect with experts. From healthcare to cybersecurity and digital creativity, these four 2025 events offer opportunities to learn and network without presenting your own work.

As 2025 unfolds, these events showcase the latest advancements and innovations across diverse fields – providing a closer look at what is happening at the forefront of each discipline.

19th EAI International Conference on Pervasive Computing Technologies for Healthcare – PervasiveHealth 2025

📆 October 15-17, 2025 | 📌Eindhoven, The Netherlands

PervasiveHealth is a leading event at the intersection of healthcare and digital innovation. The conference highlights how data-driven technologies, AI, and connectivity are transforming healthcare delivery, with implications for patients, providers, and policymakers alike.

Why attend EAI PervasiveHealth 2025:

  • Gain insights into wearable tech, telemedicine, and predictive analytics.
  • Connect with healthcare practitioners, researchers, and digital health startups.
  • Learn about real-world applications of pervasive computing in clinical settings.
  • Keynote speakers: Paul Dendale (Past President of the European Association of Preventive Cardiology), Rens Brankaert (University of Technology Eindhoven, the Netherlands) and Eva Deckers (Head of AI Center of Excellence at Catharina Hospital Eindhoven, the Netherlands)
  • Conference leadership: General Chair Jun Hu (Eindhoven University of Technology, The Netherlands), and Program Chairs Karin Coninx (Hasselt University, Belgium) and Bin Yu (Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences, the Netherlands)

16th EAI International Conference on Digital Forensics & Cyber Crime – ICDF2C 2025

📆 November 17-19, 2025 | 📌 Miami, FL, USA

ICDF2C gathers experts from law enforcement, academia, and industry to address the evolving challenges of cybercrime and digital investigations. Topics range from generative AI to advanced forensic technologies, making it an important event for anyone working with digital security.

Why attend EAI ICDF2C 2025:

  • Network directly with law enforcement agencies and cybersecurity specialists.
  • Explore the latest investigative techniques and forensic tools.
  • Gain perspective on global approaches to cybercrime prevention.
  • Keynote speakers: Dr. Michael Shields (Chief Scientist, Test Resource Management Center, Department of Defense) and Sanjay Goel (University at Albany, SUNY, USA)
  • Conference leadership: General Chairs Kim-Kwang Raymond Choo (University of Texas at San Antonio, USA) and Alexander Perez-Pons (Florida International University, USA) and Steering Committee Chair Sanjay Goel (University at Albany, SUNY, USA).

14th EAI International Conference on ArtsIT, Interactivity & Game Creation – ArtsIT 2025

📆 November 7-9, 2025 | 📌 Dubai, UAE

ArtsIT 2025 celebrates creativity at the crossroads of technology and art. With immersive media, interactive installations, and digital storytelling at the forefront, the conference provides a space for dialogue between academics, artists, and technologists.

Why attend EAI ArtsIT 2025:

  • Discover innovative artistic projects and interactive experiences.
  • Meet digital creators, designers, and media researchers.
  • Explore collaboration opportunities in the cultural and creative industries.
  • Keynote speakers: Michel van Dartel (Centre of Applied Research for Art, Design and Technology, Avans University of Applied Sciences, Netherlands) and Prof. Elizabeth Churchill (Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence, UAE)
  • Conference leadership: General Chair Dr. A. Ryad Soobhany (Heriot-Watt University, Dubai, UAE) under the guidance of Steering Chair Prof. Anthony L. Brooks (Emeritus Professor at Aalborg University, Denmark)

14th EAI International Conference on ArtsIT, Interactivity & Game Creation – ArtsIT 2025

📆 November 7-9, 2025 | 📌 Dubai, UAE

MobiQuitous 2025 focuses on technologies that enable seamless connectivity and interaction in daily life. Covering mobile computing, networking, IoT, and human-centered design, the event is highly relevant to researchers and professionals working on the future of pervasive digital systems.

Why attend EAI MobiQuitous 2025:

  • Gain insights into mobile networks, sensing systems, and IoT applications.
  • Connect with experts in smart city development, healthcare systems, and human-computer interaction.
  • Learn how ubiquitous computing impacts real-world industries and societies.
  • Keynote speaker: Dusit Niyato (Nanyang Technological University, Singapore)
  • Conference leadership: General Chair Weizhi Meng (Lancaster University, UK), Program Chair Lei Zhang (East China Normal University, China), guided by an international Steering Committee: Tao Gu (Macquarie University, Australia), Takahiro Hara (Osaka University, Japan) and Max Mühlhäuser (Technical University of Darmstadt, Germany).

How to Make the Most of Your Attendance

To get the best out of these events, consider:

  • Planning ahead: Review the agenda and select sessions relevant to your interests.
  • Engaging actively: Join Q&As, workshops, and panel discussions.
  • Networking strategically: Introduce yourself to peers, speakers, and exhibitors.
  • Following up: Stay in touch with connections after the event to build long-term collaborations.

 

Read more tips how to maximize your attendance in this article:

Why You Should Attend an Academic Conference (Even Without Presenting)

Answers to frequently asked questions

Can I attend these conferences without submitting a paper?

Yes, all of these events welcome non-authors who wish to participate as attendees.

Do I need to be affiliated with a university to attend?

No, professionals, students, and independent researchers can all attend.

Will I receive access to conference materials as an attendee?

Attendees generally have access to presentations, session materials, and sometimes recorded sessions, depending on the event.

Are there networking opportunities for attendees?

Yes, each conference includes social events, networking breaks, and sessions designed to connect participants.

Conferences are about more than presenting research – they are platforms for collaboration, inspiration, and professional growth. Whether your interests lie in healthcare innovation, digital forensics, creative technologies, or mobile computing, these four events in 2025 offer opportunities to learn, connect, and contribute to global discussions.

Explore the full list of EAI conferences and find the right event for you.

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Dr. Jun Hu Invites You to Explore the Future of Healthcare at EAI PervasiveHealth 2025 https://eai.eu/blog/eai-pervasivehealth-2025-healthcare-innovation/ Tue, 30 Sep 2025 11:01:23 +0000 https://eai.eu/blog// Guided by the vision of its General Chair Dr. Jun Hu, EAI PervasiveHealth 2025 in Eindhoven will gather global experts to explore how AI, data, and connected technologies are redefining healthcare and wellbeing. Attending the EAI PervasiveHealth 2025 conference offers an unparalleled opportunity to engage with cutting-edge research and innovations in ubiquitous healthcare technology, focusing […]

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Guided by the vision of its General Chair Dr. Jun Hu, EAI PervasiveHealth 2025 in Eindhoven will gather global experts to explore how AI, data, and connected technologies are redefining healthcare and wellbeing.

Attending the EAI PervasiveHealth 2025 conference offers an unparalleled opportunity to engage with cutting-edge research and innovations in ubiquitous healthcare technology, focusing on empowering both patients and practitioners through AI, data, and connected systems. This multidisciplinary forum explores critical perspectives – from technological to social – and aims to inspire transformative healthcare solutions that address the dynamic needs of modern health and wellbeing.

The conference

PervasiveHealth is a premier international forum with a specific focus on technologies and human factors related to the use of ubiquitous computing in healthcare and for well-being. EAI PervasiveHealth 2025 will focus on the use of data, AI, and connectivity as creative material for empowering patients, caregivers, and people in general, by integrating technology, materiality, and aesthetic qualities, with particular interest in the impact of technical connectivity on social connectedness and on the behavior changes and societal transformations in healthcare, especially in informal care.

The location

TU/e is the center of one of the most powerful technology hubs in the world: Brainport Eindhoven. Globally, TU/e stands out when it comes to collaborating with advanced industries, including companies such as ASML and Philips. Together with other institutions, It forms a thriving ecosystem with one common aim – to improve quality of life through sustainable innovations.

The conference will be located at Evoluon – a landmark, a museum, and a conference center. The conference will be followed by the Dutch Design Week, an event about Dutch and international design, with exhibitions, studio visits, workshops, and seminars across the city.

Keynotes

Prof. Dr. Paul Dendale

Past President of the European Association of Preventive Cardiology Title: “Using Technology to Prevent Cardiovascular Disease: Lessons Learned by a Clinician”

Prof. Dr. Paul Dendale is professor of Cardiovascular Pathophysiology at Hasselt University. As a clinical cardiologist he has been involved in research in the development and application of digital tools for preventive cardiology. He is one of the key participants in the Coroprevention trial, the largest trial of the use of digital cardiology in prevention, sponsored by the European Commission with a Horizons grant. He is past president of the European Association of Preventive Cardiology.

Eva Deckers

Head of AI Center of Excellence at Catharina Hospital Eindhoven, the Netherlands
Title: “Meaningful Innovation In The Hands Of Healthcare Professionals”

“I am a dedicated professional driven by a passion for creating positive change in healthcare through the convergence of design, data, and AI. Equipped with a PHD in human-centered AI design, I have built a solid track record in the healthtech industry in just under a decade. My primary focus has always been on making a meaningful impact in the field of healthcare, constantly striving to deliver value when it matters most. Recently, I embarked on an exciting transition from the corporate healthtech sector to a hospital setting, where I now have the unique opportunity to directly shape the healthcare landscape. Through innovative design, transformative strategies, and patient-centered solutions, I actively drive change and make a lasting impact. Being recognized as a thought leader and sought-after keynote speaker, I am deeply motivated to inspire and lead as a Designer, Strategist, Innovator, and Leader.”

Rens Brankaert

University of Technology Eindhoven, the Netherlands
Title:
“Designing Warm Technology: Opportunities for accessible technology for people living with dementia”

Rens Brankaert is full professor on technology design and implementation in health at Tranzo, Tilburg University. Professor at Fontys University of Applied sciences, school of Allied Health Professions and departmental fellow in Industrial Design, University of Technology Eindhoven. His work focuses around the design of technology, systems and services for and with people living with dementia and their ecology of care by using design research and living lab approaches. In these approaches the perspectives of person-centered care and warm technology are key. In addition he is advisor on the national dementia strategy to the Ministry of Health, and director of the Dementia & Technology expertise center at TU/e, and an active member of the international HCI and Design for dementia community.

The committee

Meet the members of organizing committee of EAI PervasiveHealth 2025:

  • General Chair: Jun Hu (Eindhoven University of Technology, The Netherlands)
  • Program Chairs: Karin Coninx (Hasselt University, Belgium) and Bin Yu (Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences, the Netherlands)
  • Program Co-Chairs: Luigi Borzì​ (Politecnico di Torino, Italy) and Maarten Houben (Eindhoven University of Technology, the Netherlands)
  • Local Chair: Daniel Tetteroo (Eindhoven University of Technology, the Netherlands)

The program

Paper presentations cover a variety of topics:

  • AI Companions & LLMDriven Behavior Change. Explores conversational agents and large language model (LLM) applications for health coaching, behavior change, and personalized data summarization.
  • Bio-inspired Information and Communications Technologies. Understanding of key principles, processes, and mechanisms in biological systems for the development of novel information and communications technologies.
  • Sleep & Physiological Monitoring: IoT, Signals & ML. Focuses on IoT ecosystems, multimodal sensing, and machine learning for sleep, respiratory health, and cognitive load assessment.
  • Mental Health Sensing & Just in Time Support. Presents sensing, predictive modeling, and just in time adaptive interventions (JITAIs) for stress, affect, and mental health conditions.
  • Aging, Community Care & Assistive Technologies. Addresses technology design for older adults, community living, prehabilitation, and staff training in care contexts.
  • Designing & Evaluating Digital Health Interventions. Examines measurement, shared decisionmaking, and engagement strategies for promoting physical activity.
  • Design, Requirements & Health Data Representation. Highlights user-centered design and evaluation of digital interventions across diverse populations and modalities.

Interesting workshops

  • Design with or Design by: Pervasive Technologies to Empower Vulnerable Populations in Health-Related Daily Challenges
  • Rethinking Healthcare Technology Innovation: Design for Behavior Change
  • Walking Together for Motivating Environment

 

Social activities

Bike Tour to Van Gogh Village Museum: Embrace the Dutch spirit of cycling and embark on a scenic tour to the Van Gogh Village in Nuenen. Pedal through picturesque landscapes that inspired the legendary artist, and visit the Van Gogh heritage sites, including his former residence and the church he painted. The village offers a glimpse into Van Gogh’s life and work, making it a must-see for art enthusiasts.

Dutch Design Week informal visit: “Dutch Design Week celebrates a quarter century of shaping the future. Under the theme ‘Past. Present. Possible.’, DDW reflects on its legacy, showcases today’s creative energy, and explores what design can become. A platform where ideas connect, possibilities open, and the future is designed together.”

Dr. Jun Hu

General Chair of EAI PervasiveHealth 2025
Co-Editor-in-Chief of EAI Endorsed Transactions on Pervasive Health and Technology

Dr. Jun Hu is an Associate Professor in Design Research on Social Computing at Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e) and the Scientific Director for the Engineering Doctorate program in Designing Human-System Interaction. He has been publishing peer-reviewed papers in fields such as HCI, IoT, AI, and industrial design. From 2024 serves as vice president of the International Chinese Association of Computer Human Interaction (ICACHI).

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EAI launches three new journals https://eai.eu/blog/eai-new-open-access-journals-2025/ Thu, 25 Sep 2025 08:18:20 +0000 https://eai.eu/blog// EAI has recently expanded its open access publishing portfolio with three new journals, reflecting the growing demand for platforms that connect researchers across disciplines. These journals are designed to support innovation and collaboration while providing equal opportunities for researchers worldwide. The new titles cover broadcasting technologies, transportation systems and ocean engineering, as well as intelligent […]

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EAI has recently expanded its open access publishing portfolio with three new journals, reflecting the growing demand for platforms that connect researchers across disciplines. These journals are designed to support innovation and collaboration while providing equal opportunities for researchers worldwide.

The new titles cover broadcasting technologies, transportation systems and ocean engineering, as well as intelligent computing and communication. Together, they create new spaces for exchanging knowledge that addresses both technological progress and societal needs.

EAI Endorsed Transactions on Broadcasting Technologies

This journal offers a dedicated venue for research on the evolving landscape of broadcasting, where traditional media and digital innovation converge. It welcomes contributions on digital broadcasting systems, multimedia content delivery, transmission networks, and emerging broadcast standards. By focusing on both theoretical developments and practical implementations, the journal aims to serve academics, engineers, and industry professionals shaping the future of broadcasting.

Editor-in-Chief: Jeremy Foss (Birmingham City University, UK)

Read more:

Why Open Access Is the Smarter Choice for Researchers

EAI Endorsed Transactions on Transportation Systems and Ocean Engineering

This journal addresses a wide range of challenges in transportation and marine environments, fostering dialogue between disciplines that are often treated separately. Topics include intelligent transport systems, logistics, sustainable mobility, marine technology, offshore engineering, and safety management. Its goal is to publish research that not only advances technical knowledge but also offers solutions to real-world problems in global transportation and ocean engineering. 

Editors-in-Chief: Xuan Kien Dang (Ho Chi Minh City University of Transport, Vietnam) and Zarko Koboevic (University of Dubrovnik, Croatia)

Read more:

Call for Series Editors: Lead EAI’s New Conference Proceedings in Key Research Areas

EAI Endorsed Transactions on Intelligent Computing and Communication

This journal explores how advances in artificial intelligence and data-driven computing intersect with next-generation communication systems. Areas of interest include machine learning, data science, smart networks, human-computer interaction, distributed computing, and intelligent communication architectures. By encouraging interdisciplinary research, the journal supports innovation that enables more adaptive, efficient, and interconnected technologies for a digital society.

Editor-in-Chief: XTao Chen  (VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland, Finland)

All three journals are fully open access, with no article processing charges (APCs) for authors. Indexing is currently pending, and updates will be shared with our community as the process moves forward.

All articles published by EAI are also archived using Portico’s e-journal preservation service, together with CLOCKSS and LOCKSS. This ensures long-term preservation and availability, safeguarding research for future generations of scholars and students.

We welcome submissions from researchers worldwide and look forward to building vibrant communities around these journals. Submissions are now open, and your contributions will help advance knowledge across these important fields.

To explore the full range of EAI’s open access journals and discover other research areas you can contribute to, visit our complete EAI publications portfolio and find the platform that best fits your work.

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Dr. Goleva on CSECS: A Legacy of Collaboration, Innovation, and Education https://eai.eu/blog/csecs-dr-goleva-computer-science-innovation/ Thu, 04 Sep 2025 07:45:50 +0000 https://eai.eu/blog//  The Computer Science and Education in Computer Science (CSECS) conference has grown over the past 21 years into a unique international forum for collaboration, innovation, and academic exchange. Founded through a partnership between institutions in the USA, Germany, and Bulgaria, CSECS continues to bring together researchers, educators, and students from across the globe. In this […]

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 The Computer Science and Education in Computer Science (CSECS) conference has grown over the past 21 years into a unique international forum for collaboration, innovation, and academic exchange. Founded through a partnership between institutions in the USA, Germany, and Bulgaria, CSECS continues to bring together researchers, educators, and students from across the globe. In this interview, Dr. Rossitza “Rossy” Goleva (New Bulgarian University, Bulgaria) – one of the key figures behind the conference – reflects on its origins, evolution, and what makes it such a meaningful platform for the computer science community.

1. Could you please briefly tell us about the motivation behind starting the CSECS conference more than 20 years ago?

The motivation to start the CSECS conference 21 years ago was to provide a forum where the collegium from the three universities and all possible partners meet and discuss cooperation in research, projects, and education. The three founding universities are:

  • Metropolitan College, Boston University, USA
  • University of Applied Sciences in Fulda, Germany
  • New Bulgarian University, Bulgaria

Due to this good cooperation, we also participate together in many other activities such as:

  • Teaching at partnering universities under internal projects support or EU programme Erasmus
  • Participation in EU programs like Horizon and COST actions.
  • Cooperative research and tutoring PhD students.

2. Looking back, are there any editions of CSECS that hold a special place in your heart—maybe because of the people, the challenges, or even unexpected surprises?

EAI CSECS 2024 in Sofia attracted many participants not only from the three universities but also from other countries. It was also the 20th edition of the conference and the 3rd edition together with EAI. Local students participated in the forum and demonstrated promising results.

EAI CSECS 2010 in Fulda and Munich was interesting, with many participants from Germany and the US. There was a special session for PhD students, and there were very promising results from this session.

EAI CSECS 2013 was organized in Wuerzburg, and many students participated in the event.

EAI CSECS 2023 in Boston was a broad open forum for many bachelor’s, master and PhD students.

3. Over 21 years, the tech world has changed dramatically. What’s it been like watching the conference grow and evolve alongside those shifts?

The forum was changing a lot under the umbrella of common naming “Computer Science and Education in Computer Science”. There was always a session on new trends in the theory of computation, software development, a session for computer science implementation in different sectors such as medicine, health care, forest fire detection, agriculture, industry, artificial intelligence, new technologies in education, and so on.

4. From your perspective as General/Program Chair, what makes CSECS unique compared to other computer science conferences in the region or globally?

The EAI CSECS conference is unique because it allows many people from all around the World to get together, present, and discuss their ideas. At a certain point, the conference is like a bridge between the USA, the West, and Eastern Europe. The way of teaching and working in the partnering universities is rather different, and the exchange of ideas has a very positive impact on the quality of work.

The applications for EAI CSECS 2025 came from North America, Europe, Australia, Asia, and Africa.

5. If you could speak directly to a young researcher attending CSECS for the first time, what advice or encouragement would you offer them?

Young colleagues need to understand that the sector changes every 2-3 years, and they have to keep their eyes open for the new trends and technologies. We encourage them to study new technologies and pay attention to the fundamental courses during their studies.

Dr. Rossitza Goleva

Dr. Rossitza Goleva of New Bulgarian University, Bulgaria, has over 30 years of experience in research and academia, with more than 100 publications and contributions to over 30 projects in communication networks, cloud computing, IoT, and performance analysis. She is now the Editor-in-Chief of EAI Endorsed Transactions on e-Learning.

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Leadership Update: EAI’s Creative Technologies Journal Welcomes New Editor-in-Chief https://eai.eu/blog/matthias-woelfel-eai-creative-technologies-editor/ Thu, 21 Aug 2025 12:21:55 +0000 https://eai.eu/blog// Professor Matthias Wölfel has assumed the role of Editor-in-Chief of EAI Endorsed Transactions on Creative Technologies, bringing his innovative expertise to guide the journal’s interdisciplinary trajectory. Matthias Wölfel is a Professor of Intuitive and Perceptive User Interfaces at Karlsruhe University of Applied Sciences, with an affiliation at the University of Hohenheim. His research spans interaction […]

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Professor Matthias Wölfel has assumed the role of Editor-in-Chief of EAI Endorsed Transactions on Creative Technologies, bringing his innovative expertise to guide the journal’s interdisciplinary trajectory.

Matthias Wölfel is a Professor of Intuitive and Perceptive User Interfaces at Karlsruhe University of Applied Sciences, with an affiliation at the University of Hohenheim. His research spans interaction design, human–computer and human–computer–human interaction, artificial intelligence, augmented and virtual reality, and digital culture. Recognized in 2017 as one of Germany’s top professors by UNICUM, he studied at Karlsruhe Institute of Technology, University of Massachusetts Dartmouth, and Carnegie Mellon University, before holding professorships in interactive media and intermedia design in Germany.

Outside academia, Prof. Wölfel leads as CEO of ColorfulBit, a Karlsruhe-based studio that integrates cutting-edge technologies. His media art contributions have appeared at prominent venues like the Venice Biennale of Architecture, and his entrepreneurial work has earned numerous innovation awards and e-learning nominations.

We are pleased to welcome Professor Wölfel as EiC of EAI Endorsed Transactions on Creative Technologies, a peer-reviewed, open-access journal published by the European Alliance for Innovation. The journal showcases bold, interdisciplinary research at the nexus of creativity and technology—including interactive media, immersive experiences, AI-driven art and design, and novel human–technology interfaces—reflecting his leadership and vision.

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Call for Series Editors: Lead EAI’s New Conference Proceedings in Key Research Areas https://eai.eu/blog/eai-series-editor-application/ Wed, 20 Aug 2025 09:32:35 +0000 https://eai.eu/blog// After years of success with our CORE and CCER proceedings series, we are launching three new series focused on business, education, and artificial intelligence. Each will provide a dedicated platform for conferences in these rapidly evolving fields. We are inviting experienced academics to apply for the Series Editor role, where you will play a key […]

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After years of success with our CORE and CCER proceedings series, we are launching three new series focused on business, education, and artificial intelligence. Each will provide a dedicated platform for conferences in these rapidly evolving fields. We are inviting experienced academics to apply for the Series Editor role, where you will play a key part in ensuring the quality and relevance of the series by selecting outstanding conferences for publication.

The EAI Intelligent Solutions with AI (ISAI) series will showcase conference proceedings that push the boundaries of artificial intelligence in delivering impactful, practical solutions. It invites research that blends technical innovation with ethical, human-centered approaches, addressing challenges across industries and society.

Key fields include machine learning, explainable AI, AI ethics, human–AI collaboration, and applied AI in domains such as healthcare, smart cities, and finance, among others.

The EAI Innovation in Education Systems (INES) series will publish conference proceedings that examine how education evolves through innovation, technology, and cultural exchange. It welcomes research that rethinks teaching and learning, addresses global and local challenges, and promotes inclusive, sustainable, and high-quality education for all.

Key fields include educational technology, curriculum development, language and cultural studies, inclusive education, innovative teaching practices and other education-related topics.

The EAI Smart Business Systems (SBS) series will focus on exploring how modern business and economic systems adapt to technological change, sustainability demands, and evolving market dynamics. It welcomes research that connects theory with practice, addresses global and regional challenges, and offers innovative strategies to improve performance, resilience, and inclusive growth across industries and sectors.

Key fields include accounting and finance, economics, management, marketing, sustainability, and digital business.

 

Note: After establishing an editorial board of each series, the exact topics will be set by the board, which may result in some slight variations.

Are you ready to take on a new role and become a Series Editor of one of these series?

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Dr. Lam on Vehicles as Energy Hubs: The Next Frontier in Sustainable Transportation https://eai.eu/blog/evs-as-energy-hubs/ Mon, 18 Aug 2025 12:43:41 +0000 https://eai.eu/blog// The future of transportation is being reshaped by electric vehicles (EVs), autonomous vehicles (AVs), and advanced energy integration technologies. Innovations such as dynamic wireless charging (DWC), vehicle-to-grid (V2G), and dynamic wireless discharging are transforming vehicles into mobile energy hubs, enabling Vehicular Energy Networks (VENs) that enhance energy efficiency and sustainability in urban mobility ecosystems. Dynamic […]

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The future of transportation is being reshaped by electric vehicles (EVs), autonomous vehicles (AVs), and advanced energy integration technologies. Innovations such as dynamic wireless charging (DWC), vehicle-to-grid (V2G), and dynamic wireless discharging are transforming vehicles into mobile energy hubs, enabling Vehicular Energy Networks (VENs) that enhance energy efficiency and sustainability in urban mobility ecosystems.

Dynamic Wireless Charging (DWC): DWC enables EVs to charge while moving, using electromagnetic coils embedded in roadways. This reduces the need for large batteries and eliminates frequent charging stops, improving operational efficiency. Pilot projects in Oslo have demonstrated DWC powering electric buses, with plans to extend this infrastructure to AV fleets by 2035.

Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G): V2G allows EVs to serve as distributed energy storage, feeding surplus energy back to the grid during peak demand. In Denmark, V2G programs enable EV owners to supply energy during renewable energy shortages, stabilizing the grid and creating revenue opportunities. With smart chargers and grid integration, V2G is projected to become widespread by 2040.

Vehicular Energy Networks (VENs): VENs advance energy sharing through dynamic wireless discharging, allowing vehicles to transfer energy wirelessly to other vehicles or infrastructure in real time. In an envisioned 2045 smart city, an autonomous electric taxi, charged via DWC, detects a nearby delivery drone low on power and wirelessly transfers energy mid-journey, ensuring seamless operation. Enabled by 5G connectivity and AI, VENs optimize energy distribution across fleets, minimizing waste. Pilot projects in Sweden, such as those in Gothenburg’s ElectriCity initiative, suggest energy-sharing networks could improve fleet efficiency by reducing recharging downtime in urban bus fleets. Challenges such as energy transmission losses and cybersecurity risks persist, but advancements in coil efficiency and encryption are addressing these issues.

A Vision for an Energy-Optimized Future: By 2050, the integration of DWC, V2G, and VENs will create a dynamic ecosystem where AVs power each other and the grid, reducing emissions and operational costs. While infrastructure investment and standardization remain hurdles, the potential for sustainable, resilient energy networks is transformative.

Dr. Albert Y.S. Lam

Editor‑in‑Chief of EAI Endorsed Transactions on Energy Web and Chief Research Officer at Fano, focusing on speech and language AI. He holds adjunct roles at The University of Hong Kong and previously conducted postdoctoral research at UC Berkeley. Recipient of the Croucher Fellowship and listed among the world’s top 2% scientists, with active contributions to several leading IEEE journals.

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Leadership Update: EAI’s e-Learning Journal Welcomes New Editor-in-Chief https://eai.eu/blog/eai-elearning-new-editor-in-chief-dr-goleva/ Thu, 14 Aug 2025 09:48:35 +0000 https://eai.eu/blog// The position of Editor-in-Chief of EAI Endorsed Transactions on e-Learning is now held by Dr. Rossitza Goleva, marking a new chapter in the journal’s leadership. Dr. Goleva holds a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from the Technical University of Sofia. With over 30 years of academic and research experience, she has worked at the Telecommunications Research […]

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The position of Editor-in-Chief of EAI Endorsed Transactions on e-Learning is now held by Dr. Rossitza Goleva, marking a new chapter in the journal’s leadership.

Dr. Goleva holds a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from the Technical University of Sofia. With over 30 years of academic and research experience, she has worked at the Telecommunications Research Institute, the Technical University of Sofia, and since 2017 at New Bulgarian University, where she became Associate Professor in 2022.

 

Her research focuses on communication networks, QoS, cloud and fog computing, IoT, and performance analysis. She is an author of 100+ publications, led and contributed to over 30 research projects, and played key roles in EU initiatives such as COST Action AAPELE and the Erasmus+ “INHABITAT” program. An active Vice Chair of IEEE-Bulgaria, she also consults for major tech companies and European Commission programs.

 

We are pleased to welcome Dr. Goleva as EiC of EAI Endorsed Transactions on e‑Learning, a peer‑reviewed, open‑access journal published three times a year by the European Alliance for Innovation. It covers the evolving e‑learning landscape—including online, mobile, cloud, hybrid and virtual lab environments.

Additionally, Dr. Goleva recently served as Program Co-Chair of the 4th EAI Conference on Computer Science and Education in Computer Science (EAI CSECS 2025) conference.

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EAI Conference Pass: Your 2025 Research Access Simplified https://eai.eu/blog/eai-conference-pass-2025/ Thu, 07 Aug 2025 12:19:35 +0000 https://eai.eu/blog// Academic conferences are a powerful way to follow the latest research, build professional connections, and explore new directions in your field. But for those who are not submitting a paper, gaining access to multiple events can be both expensive and logistically complex. The EAI Conference Pass solves that problem. It offers non-authors a flexible and […]

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Academic conferences are a powerful way to follow the latest research, build professional connections, and explore new directions in your field. But for those who are not submitting a paper, gaining access to multiple events can be both expensive and logistically complex.

The EAI Conference Pass solves that problem. It offers non-authors a flexible and cost-effective way to attend multiple EAI research conferences in 2025—without the need to present or publish.

What do you get from EAI Conference Pass?

Whether you are a researcher, student, or industry professional looking to learn, network, or explore new fields, the EAI Conference Pass makes it easier to attend events without the burden of paper submission. Here is what makes it stand out:

🎟 Join multiple academic conferences under one purchase—without submitting a paper

💰 Save on registration fees compared to paying for individual events

⏳ Choose your events now—or decide later until September 15, 2025

🌐 Gain exposure to top research in ICT and beyond, including cybersecurity, AI, blockchain, health tech, and more

🤝 Participate fully in all conference activities: technical sessions, networking events, and social programs including gala dinners

This is not a speaker or presenter pass—it is designed specifically for observers, participants, and professionals who want to attend and engage without presenting.

 

Boost Your Team’s Reach at EAI Conferences

Empower your team to attend multiple EAI conferences with one flexible pass. The All Pass allows your organization to transfer access between employees, so different team members can attend different events throughout 2025.

Purchase two or more and become an official event partner—with logo visibility and added recognition across the conferences you attend. Contact us at registrations@eai.eu for more information.

What Conferences Can You Attend?

The pass gives access to eight eligible EAI conferences in 2025:

BlockTEA 2025 – Blockchain, Trust and Transparency

4th EAI International Conference on Blockchain Technology and Emerging Applications

📅 September 18–19, 2025 | 📍 Venice, Italy

 

Pervasive Health 2025 – Future of Digital Healthcare

19th EAI International Conference on Pervasive Computing Technologies for Healthcare

📅 October 15–17, 2025 | 📍 Eindhoven, The Netherlands

 

ArtsIT 2025 – Creativity Meets Technology

14th EAI International Conference: ArtsIT, Interactivity & Game Creation

📅 November 7–9, 2025 | 📍 Dubai, United Arab Emirates

 

MobiQuitous 2025 – Mobile and Ubiquitous Systems

22nd EAI International Conference on Mobile and Ubiquitous Systems: Computing, Networking and Services

📅 November 7–9, 2025 | 📍 Shanghai, China

 

ICDF2C 2025 – Digital Forensics & Cybercrime

16th EAI International Conference on Digital Forensics & Cyber Crime

📅 November 17–19, 2025 | 📍 Miami, Florida, USA

 

SmartSP 2025 – Smart Cities, Security, and Privacy

3rd EAI International Conference on Security and Privacy in Cyber-Physical Systems and Smart Vehicles

📅 December 1–2, 2025 | 📍 Salt Lake City, USA

 

BODYNETS 2025 – Body Area Networks and Wearable Tech

20th EAI International Conference on Body Area Networks

📅 December 2–4, 2025 | 📍 Okayama, Japan

 

Valuetools 2025 – Modeling, Analysis, and Simulation

18th EAI International Conference on Performance Evaluation Methodologies and Tools

📅 December 11–12, 2025 | 📍 Glasgow, United Kingdom

 

How to Choose the Right Journal for Your Research

Ideal for Individual Researchers, Professionals, and Institutions

The EAI Conference Pass is tailored for:

  • Researchers and academics not planning to submit a paper, but who want to follow developments and connect with peers
  • PhD students looking to explore different domains and build a network
  • Industry professionals seeking insight into academic research and building a viable network
  • Labs and institutions sending staff to observe and engage across multiple events, looking for talents and prospects

Read more:

Why You Should Attend an Academic Conference (Even Without Presenting)

Explore the EAI Conference Pass

If you are planning your 2025 conference calendar and want more flexibility, better value, and broader access—without the pressure of paper submission—the EAI Conference Pass is the easiest place to start. Whether you are attending one event or several, on your own or with a team, it gives you the freedom to engage on your terms.

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