AI, Engineering Biology and Beyond 2026

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Date 14–16 January 2026
Location University of Bristol
Attendance 180
Funding used £1,500

This conference explored the convergence of artificial intelligence and engineering biology, bringing together researchers, innovators, and industry leaders to discuss emerging opportunities, showcase breakthroughs, and stimulate new interdisciplinary collaborations.

Testimonials

“The quality of the speaker line-up was described as inspiring, with talks ranging from highly thought-provoking to genuinely transformative.”

“One attendee described it as the best conference they had attended in recent years.”

Impact and Outcomes

The conference strengthened links between the AI, engineering biology, and robotics communities and generated new interdisciplinary collaborations. A project developed during the associated hackathon is already being taken forward for further development, demonstrating the event's lasting impact.