WELCOME TO THE IAS FRONTIERS CONFERENCE ON AI
The IAS Frontiers Conference is a one-day event that brings together internationally renowned researchers to explore the cutting edge of Artificial Intelligence. Hosted by the NTU College of Computing and Data Science, this conference provides a platform for deep discussions on the state of AI, emerging breakthroughs, and the wide-reaching implications of this rapidly evolving field.
Whether you're a student, academic, policymaker, or industry leader, this event is designed to challenge assumptions, provoke new thinking, and offer a rare opportunity to engage with some of the most prominent minds in AI today.
Date: 23 April 2025
Time: 0900 – 1700
Venue: LT1, Nanyang Technological University (NTU), Singapore
SPEAKER SPOTLIGHT
PROGRAMME OVERVIEW
Morning Session | 9.00am - 9.10am | Opening Address |
9.10am - 9.50am | Diyi Yang (Stanford) | |
9.50am - 10.30am | Antoine Bosselut (EPFL) | |
10.30am - 11.00am | Tea Break | |
11.00am - 11.40am | Stephen McAleer (OpenAI) | |
11.40am - 12.20pm | Mengdi Wang (Princeton) | |
Lunch Session | 12.20pm - 1.30pm | Buffet Lunch |
Afternoon Session | 1.30pm - 2.10pm | Yarin Gal (Oxford) |
2.10pm - 2.50pm | Stefano Ermon (Stanford) | |
2.50pm - 3.20pm | Tea Break | |
3.20pm - 4.00pm | Arnaud Doucet (Oxford) | |
4.00pm - 4.40pm | Dawn Song (UC Berkeley) | |
4.40pm - 5.30pm | Panel on "Future Directions of AI" |
*The organisers may adjust the programme or reschedule talks without prior notice. We thank you for your understanding.
CONFERENCE THEMES
Our sessions will span a wide range of timely and critical topics, including:
The Current State of AI: Understanding where we are today in terms of capabilities, applications, and limitations.
What’s Next: Exploring emerging research, future opportunities, and key questions that will define the next decade of AI.
The Impact of AI: Assessing how AI is transforming industries, reshaping society, and challenging ethical and policy frameworks.
AI Advancements: Highlighting cutting-edge developments in machine learning, natural language processing, reinforcement learning, and more.
WHY ATTEND?
Hear from world-renowned AI researchers on where the field is heading.
Engage with cutting-edge ideas that are shaping the future of technology.
Network with fellow academics, industry professionals, and students in a vibrant intellectual setting.
Gain insights into the societal, ethical, and technical dimensions of AI from those leading the charge.
Whether you're looking to spark new research, influence policy, or gain strategic insights for your organization, the IAA Frontiers Conference is a must-attend event.
CONFERENCE CHAIRS

Professor Luke Ong
Vice President (AI & Digital Economy)
Founding Dean, CCDS
