MLDAS 2026
Machine Learning and Data Analytics Symposium

9-10 February, 2026

About The Symposium

MLDAS is dedicated to fostering connections between researchers, practitioners, students, and industry experts in the fields of machine learning and data science. MLDAS aims to bridge the gap between academic insights and the practical needs of industry.

It focuses on cutting-edge research in AI, including recent developments in large language models (LLMs), AI safety, agentic frameworks, AI in aviation, and system support for scalable AI training and inference.

MLDAS features multiple invited talks by prominent researchers, a panel discussion, and poster sessions by students and junior researchers.

Organizers

Chairs:

Mohamed Hefeeda - Acting Research Director, QCRI
Sanjay Chawla - Chief Scientist, QCRI
Dragos Margineantu - AI Chief Technologist, Boeing

Registration and Local Arrangements Chair:

Keivin Isufaj - Software Engineer, QCRI

Event Details

Where: QCRI, HBKU Research Complex, Qatar

When: 9-10 February, 2026

Speakers

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Event Schedule

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Sponsors

Call for Participation

Join us at MLDAS 2026

MLDAS organizers invite prominent international speakers. Students and junior researchers can participate by submitting their posters here. Additional details will be announced soon for local students, international participants, and funding opportunities.

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Event Venue

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QCRI
HBKU Research Complex
Qatar

Contact Us

Address

QCRI, HBKU Research Complex, Qatar

Phone Number

+974 44540629

Email

mldas@qcri.org

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