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AI4LAM Fantastic Futures 2026 CFP now open, theme "Trust in the Loop"

  • 1.  AI4LAM Fantastic Futures 2026 CFP now open, theme "Trust in the Loop"

    Posted Mar 23, 2026 02:09 PM
    Hi all, sharing this on behalf of the folks at AI4LAM. If you're working on something that explores how libraries, archives and museums can build trustworthy, accountable, and human-centered AI ecosystems, consider submitting a proposal by April 6. Details below:
     
    AI4LAM Fantastic Futures 2026 - Submission Portal Now Open
    The AI4LAM community is invited to submit proposals for Fantastic Futures 2026: Trust in the Loop, co‑hosted by the Library of Congress, the National Gallery of Art, and the Smithsonian Institution.
    This year's theme explores how libraries, archives, and museums can build trustworthy, accountable, and human‑centered AI ecosystems.
    🗓 Key Dates
    • March 6, 2026 - Submission portal opens
    • April 6, 2026 - Proposals due
    • June 1, 2026 - Notifications to authors
    • July 6, 2026 - Conference schedule released
    • September 16–17, 2026 - Fantastic Futures 2026 Conference
    For Proposal Topics check our Call for proposals!
    Visit the conference page and follow the submission instructions.
    Stay tunned for our further announcements on AI4LAM Futures Challenge Announcement and Innovation Awards. 


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    Peter Musser
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