Helmholtz-ELLIS Workshop on Foundation Models in Science

The Helmholtz-ELLIS Foundation Models in Science workshop is an extraordinary gathering of leading minds at the intersection of artificial intelligence and scientific research. The carefully curated lineup of speakers represents a remarkable cross-section of cutting-edge AI research and its transformative potential across multiple scientific domains.

The first day focuses on foundational large language models (LLMs) and multimodal AI, featuring speakers who are literally shaping the future of machine learning. Their talks promise to explore the latest advancements in AI model development, from resource efficiency to multimodal capabilities.

The second day is particularly exciting, showcasing AI's revolutionary applications in specific scientific fields, such as materials science, astronomy, and physics. Each speaker represents an institution at the forefront of integrating AI into their respective domains, demonstrating how AI is not just a technological tool, but a fundamental research methodology transforming scientific inquiry.

With speakers from Meta, Microsoft, ETH Zurich, Simons Foundation, ELLIS, and other prestigious institutions, this workshop represents a pivotal moment in interdisciplinary scientific research, showcasing how artificial intelligence is becoming an indispensable partner in understanding and solving complex scientific challenges.
The full line-up of speakers will be announced soon on this website.

If you are interested, kindly complete your application by clicking on the Register button below. The deadline for registration is 14 February 2025 at 23:59 CET. After approval of your application you will be asked to pay the registration fee, which is:

• MSc and PhD students: 150€
• Other participants: 250€

The fee coverslogistic costs, coffee breaks, lunch and the conference dinner. Travel and accommodation are self-organized. The workshop dinner on March 18 will take place at the Natural History Museum.”