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Invitation to attend the Open Panel on “Ten years of ASLERD: supporting the development of smart learning ecosystems and smart societies while looking to the future” at SLERD 2025

by Carlo Giovannella

/Apologize for unintended cross-mailing/ ==================== Dear scholar, to mark the *tenth anniversary* of ASLERD <https://www.aslerd.org/>, SLERD 2025 <https://slerd.org/> will feature an open panel to offer a moment of reflection and projection—retracing key milestones in the evolution of Smart Learning Ecosystems (SLEs) and engaging with future challenges and opportunities. Topics will include the development of a participatory evaluation culture and related analytics as a basis for SLEs accountability and shared educational social responsibility; the “learning by being” paradigma, inspired and sustained by the design thinking; and the creation of inclusive, phygital learning spaces. In particular, the panel will highlight the importance of using technology — especially AI-based applications — with awareness and responsibility, ensuring access as a right rather than a cause of new digital divides.The conversation will also spotlight initiatives such as the Student Design Contest, which exemplify how to support the development of future generations in concrete ways. The open panel can be *freely *attended even by those who are not registered to the conference. The experts involved are: • *Mihai Dascalu *– ASLERD & University Politehnica of Bucharest •*Raffaele Di Fuccio* – Pegaso University • *Blaženka Divjak* – SoLAR & University of Zagreb • *Carlo Giovannella* – ASLERD & University of Roma Tor Vergata • *Seiji Isotani *– AIED & University of Sao Paulo • *Patrizia Marti *– ASLERD & University of SIENA • *Antonio Teixeira* – Universidade Aberta The debate will take place online *on the 12^th of June, 2025, from 14:00 CET to 16:00 CET *in the open conference room. More information, including the link to participate, can be found in the _relevant page of the SLERD2025 Conference website_ <https://slerd.org/programme/online-open-debate/>. Please *feel free to attend and disseminate this invitation among your contacts.* Looking forward to "meet" you at SLERD 2025!

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CFP: RecSoGood @RecSys 2025 - Second International Workshop on Recommender Systems for Sustainability and Social Good

by Francesca Malloci

*** Apologies for cross postings *** RecSoGood Workshop @RecSys 2025 - CALL FOR PAPERS ---------------------------------------------------------------------- International Workshop on Recommender Systems for Sustainability and Social Good (RecSoGood) 22nd–26th September 2025 co-located with RecSys 2025 (https://recsys.acm.org/recsys25/) - Prague, Czech Republic Web: https://recsogood.github.io/recsogood25/index.html Submission: through EasyChair (an updated link will be provided soon on the workshop website) For any information: allegra.defilippo(a)unibo.it ========= HIGHLIGHTS ========= - DEADLINE: July 10, 2025 - Notification to authors: August 6, 2025 - Post-proceedings volume indexed in Scopus and Web of Science ========= ABSTRACT ========= In the rapidly evolving landscape of technology and sustainability, leveraging Recommender Systems has emerged as a powerful tool for driving positive change. With a foundation in AI and data analytics, Recommender Systems can be effective in various domains, from e-commerce to energy management and well-being. By harnessing the power of recommendation algorithms under a holistic perspective, organizations and researchers can guide users towards more sustainable choices and behaviors, contributing to broader environmental and social goals. With this aim, our workshop provides a unique platform for researchers, practitioners, and stakeholders to explore the integration of sustainability principles into Recommender Systems. Through presentations, discussions, and panels, participants will explore the theoretical foundations, practical implementations, and ethical and environmental considerations of sustainable Recommender Systems. By fostering collaboration and knowledge exchange, the workshop aims to catalyze innovation and inspire collective action towards a more sustainable future. ====== TOPICS ====== Topics of interests include but are not limited to: 1)Sustainable Recommender Systems Development: – Multi-criteria Recommender Systems – Multistakeholder Recommender Systems – Energy efficient and low-carbon model learning – Generative AI’s Impact on sustainable Recommendation Systems – User interfaces for sustainable Recommender Systems 2)Sustainable Recommender Systems Features: – Explainability & trustworthy – Privacy and safety – Diversity and inclusion – Behavioural change 3)Evaluation of Sustainable Recommender Systems: – Long-term effect of Recommender Systems – Simulation techniques – Beyond accuracy evaluation 4)Application Areas: – Health – Media and information – Travel and tourism – Agriculture ============ SUBMISSIONS ============ We encourage the submission of original contributions, investigating how Recommender Systems can contribute to a more sustainable and responsible technology ecosystem, aligning with the broader goals of achieving economic, social, and environmental sustainability. In particular, authors can submit: (A) Full papers (max. 12 + references - Springer LLNCS format); (B) Reproducibility papers (max. 12 + references - Springer LLNCS format); (C) Short papers (max 6 pages + references - Springer LLNCS format); (D) Position papers (max. 4 + references - Springer LLNCS format); (E) Extended abstract (max 1 page + references - ORAL PRESENTATION ONLY). To enable potential attendees to articulate their views on the topics of the workshop, share already-published works, bring awareness to ongoing European projects in this area, etc., we will also elicit 1 page-extended abstracts. This type of informal submission will be editorially reviewed by workshop organizers. Accepted contributions will be presented at the workshop, but not published in the proceedings. Submission: through EasyChair (an updated link will be provided soon on the workshop website) All submitted papers will be evaluated by at least two members of the program committee, based on originality, significance, relevance and technical quality. Papers should be formatted according to the Springer LLNCS Style: ( https://www.springer.com/gp/computer-science/lncs/conference-proceedings-gu… ) Submissions should be double blinded. Submissions must be made through the EasyChair conference system prior the specified deadline (all deadlines refer to GMT) by selecting RecSoGood as submission track. At least one of the authors should register and take part at the conference to make the presentation. ================ IMPORTANT DATES =============== * Paper submission deadline: July 10, 2025 * Notification to authors: August 6, 2025 * Camera-Ready submission: TBD for post-proceedings in a volume published by Springer, in the CCIS Series. ================ PROCEEDINGS AND POST-PROCEEDINGS =============== All accepted papers will be published in a proceedings volume indexed in Scopus and Web of Science. ============= ORGANIZATION ============= Ludovico Boratto - Associate Professor - University of Cagliari, Italy E-mail: ludovico.boratto(a)acm.org Allegra De Filippo (main contact) - Assistant Professor - University of Bologna, Italy E-mail: allegra.defilippo(a)unibo.it Elisabeth Lex - Associate Professor - Graz University of Technology, Austria E-mail: elisabeth.lex(a)tugraz.at Francesca Maridina Malloci - Assistant Professor - University of Cagliari, Italy E-mail: francescam.malloci(a)unica.it Noemi Mauro – Senior Assistant Professor – University of Torino, Italy E-mail: noemi.mauro(a)unito.it Francesco Ricci - Senior Full Professor - Free University of Bozen-Bolzano, Italy E-mail: fmr959(a)gmail.com ======================= PROGRAM COMMITTEE (TBD) =======================

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[MUC 2025] Registration is open for Mensch und Computer 2025 | Chemnitz, Germany 31 August - 3 September 2025

by Evropi Stefanidi

📣 Registration Now Open for Mensch und Computer (MuC) 2025 📣 We are excited to announce that registration for Mensch und Computer 2025 is now open! Join us in Chemnitz from 31 August to 3 September 2025 for one of the largest HCI conferences in Europe. Whether you're presenting, attending talks, networking, or exploring the latest in Human-Computer Interaction and related disciplines, MuC 2025 offers four days of inspiration, exchange, and community. 🧾 Register here: https://www.conftool.pro/muc2025/index.php?page=participate 🔗 Registration info: https://muc2025.mensch-und-computer.de/en/registration/ 🎟️ /*Early bird* rates available until *1 July 2025*/ 💡 Why attend? * A packed program of talks, panels, workshops, and demos * Community meetups and networking opportunities * In-person interactions with leading researchers and practitioners in HCI * A vibrant academic and industry presence Secure your spot now and be part of MuC 2025 in Chemnitz! We look forward to seeing you there. 📍 Conference Dates: 31 August – 3 September 2025 📨 Questions? Contact us at registration(a)mensch-und-computer.de

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The 31st Annual ACM Conference on Intelligent User Interfaces (IUI 2026): First Call for Workshop & Tutorial Proposals

by Announce

*** First Call for Workshop & Tutorial Proposals The 31st Annual ACM Conference on Intelligent User Interfaces (IUI 2026) March 23-26, 2026, 5* Coral Beach Hotel & Resort, Paphos, Cyprus https://iui.hosting.acm.org/2026/ We are pleased to invite proposals for workshops and tutorials to be held in conjunction with the 31st International ACM Conference on Intelligent User Interfaces (ACM IUI 2026), Paphos, Cyprus. Workshops aim to provide a venue for presenting research on emerging or specialized topics of interest and to offer an informal forum for discussing research questions and challenges. Potential workshop topics should be related to the general theme of the conference (“Where HCI meets AI”). Tutorials aim to provide fundamental knowledge and experience on topics related to intelligent user interfaces and the intersection between Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) and Artificial Intelligence (AI). We welcome proposals for a wide range of *full-day* or *half-day* workshops and tutorial formats and activities, including but not limited to: • Mini Conferences: Workshops that focus on a specific topic and may have their own paper submission and review processes. • Interactive Formats: Workshops that encourage active participation and hands-on experiences through break-out sessions or group work to explore specific topics. They may have their own paper submission and review process or target a report summarizing the discussions and outcomes. • Emerging Work Sessions: Workshops that foster discussion around emerging ideas. Organizers may raise specific topics and invite position papers, late-breaking results, or extended abstracts. • Project-Centric Formats: Workshops tied closely to a specific existing large-scale funded project(e.g., NSF, EU) with the goal to engage a broader community. • Interactive Competitions: Formats that invite individuals and teams to participate in challenges or hackathons on selected topics relevant to IUI. • Tutorials: Sessions that provide a structured instruction on topics aligned with the conference theme, such as HCI methods, AI techniques, methodological frameworks, or tools for building intelligent user interfaces. Review and Oversight by Workshop and Tutorial Chairs Proposals will be reviewed and evaluated by the Workshop and Tutorial Chairs. It is possible that workshops may be cancelled, shortened, merged, or restructured if there are insufficient submissions. Workshop and Tutorial summaries will be included in the ACM Digital Library for ACM IUI 2026. We will also publish joint workshop proceedings for accepted workshop submissions (through CEUR or a similar venue). Responsibilities of Workshop and Tutorial Organizers • Coordinate the Call for Papers, including solicitation, submission handling, and peer review process. • Create and maintain a dedicated website with Workshop or Tutorial information. The IUI Website 2026 will link to this page. • Prepare and communicate Call for Participation, targeting both IUI and broader relevant communities (e.g., via mailing lists, social media, newsgroups, or offline events) • Facilitate the planned activities, including paper presentations, discussions, and/or interactive elements. • Submit a workshop or tutorial summary for inclusion in the ACM Digital Library. • Collect camera-ready papers and author agreements from workshop participants for the joint workshop proceedings (CEUR or similar). Note that for the joint proceedings (CEUR or similar), submissions should be peer-reviewed and will need to meet publishers’ guidelines. CEUR, for example, requires a 5-page minimum per contribution. Note that not all workshop and tutorial formats listed above may meet these requirements, and we may not be able to include them. IUI 2026 is an in-person event, and we expect workshop organizers to attend, allowing the workshop to be conducted on-site. One author per paper is expected to attend in person to present the work. Proposal Format Workshop or tutorial proposals should be a maximum of four pages long (single-column format). Prepare your submission using the latest templates: Word Submission Template (https://authors.acm.org/binaries/content/assets/publications/taps/acm_submi…), or the LaTex Template (https://authors.acm.org/proceedings/production-information/preparing-your-a…). For Latex, please use “\documentclass[manuscript,review]{acmart}”. The proposals should be organized as follows: • Name and title: A one-word acronym and a full title. Please indicate “(Workshop)” or “(Tutorial)” after the title, as appropriate. • Abstract: A brief summary of the workshop or tutorial. • Description of workshop or tutorial topic: Should discuss the relevance of the proposed topic to IUI and its interest for the IUI 2026 audience. Include a concise discussion of why this workshop or tutorial is particularly relevant for the intended audience and how it will complement and enhance topics covered at the main conference. • Previous history: List of previous workshops or tutorials on this topic, including the conferences that hosted them and the number of participants. If available, report on past editions of the workshop (including URLs), along with a brief statement of the workshop series (e.g., covering topics, number of paper submissions, and participants), as well as post- workshop publications over the years and acceptance statistics. If this is the first edition of the workshop, describe how it differs from others on similar topics (e.g., by including conference names and years). • Organizer(s): Names, affiliations, emails, and web pages of the organizer(s). Provide a brief description of the background of the organizer(s). Strong proposals normally include organizers who bring differing perspectives on the topic and are actively connected to the communities of potential participants. Please indicate the primary contact person and the organizers who will attend the workshop. Also, please provide a list of other workshops or tutorials organized by workshop organizers in the past. • Workshop program committee: Names and affiliation of the members of the (tentative) workshop program committee that will evaluate the workshop submissions. • Participants: Include a statement of how many participants you expect and how you plan to invite participants for the workshop or tutorial. If possible, include the names of at least 10 people who have expressed interest in participating in the workshop or tutorial. • Workshop or Tutorial activities: A brief description of the format regarding the mix of events or activities, such as paper presentations, invited talks, panels, demonstrations, teaching activities, hands-on practical exercises, and general discussion. Please also list here any materials you will make available to tutorial participants, such as slides, access to hardware or software, and handouts. • Planned outcomes of the workshop or tutorial: What are you hoping to achieve by the end of the workshop or tutorial? Please list here any planned publications or other outcomes expected. • Length: Full-day or half-day. Submission Platform • All materials must be submitted electronically to PCS 2.0 http://new.precisionconference.com/~sigchi by the proposal submission deadline. • In PCS 2.0, first click "Submissions" at the top of the page, from the dropdown menus for society, conference, and track, select "SIGCHI", "IUI 2026", and then "IUI 2026 Workshops" or “IUI 2026 Tutorials”, respectively, and press "Go". We encourage both researchers and industry practitioners to submit workshop proposals. To support diverse perspectives in the workshops, we strongly recommend including organizers from varied institutions and backgrounds. Furthermore, we welcome workshops with an innovative structure that can attract diverse types of contributions and foster valuable interactions. Prospective organizers are encouraged to contact the Workshop and Tutorial Chairs in advance (workshops2026(a)iui.acm.org) to discuss ideas, receive feedback, or seek assistance in preparing engaging proposals. Especially for workshop proposals featuring innovative interactive formats, we are happy to help further develop and implement the ideas. Important Dates (AoE) • Workshop Proposals: August 22, 2025 • Decision notification: September 19, 2025 • Tutorial Proposals: October 17, 2025 • Tutorial Decision Notification: Nov 21, 2025 • Camera-ready Summaries: February 6, 2026 Workshop and Tutorial Chairs Karthik Dinakar, Pienso, USA Werner Geyer, IBM Research, USA Patricia Kahr, University of Zurich, Switzerland Antonela Tommasel, CONICET, Argentina

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!!!EXTENDED DEADLINE!!! HAIC 2025 @ECAI 2025 - International Workshop on Human-AI Collaborative Systems (HAIC 2025)

by Michele Braccini

* Apologies for cross postings * ********************************************************************************** *** EXTENDED PAPER SUBMISSION DEADLINE: June 22nd, 2025 *** ********************************************************************************** HAIC Workshop @ECAI 2025 - CALL FOR PAPERS ——————————————————————————————————— International Workshop on Human-AI Collaborative Systems (HAIC 2025) OCTOBER 25-26 2025 co-located with ECAI 2025 (https://ecai2025.org) - Bologna, Italy Web: https://haic-workshop.github.io/haic.github.io/ Submission: https://easychair.org/conferences/?conf=haic2025 For any information: m.braccini(a)unibo.it ========= HIGHLIGHTS ========= - DEADLINE: June 22nd, 2025 (EXTENDED) - CEUR conference proceedings ========= ABSTRACT ========= Human-IA collaborative systems (HAIC) improve problem solving and creativity by combining human intelligence with the computational power of AI. Although there are successful applications in healthcare, creative arts and finance, to name a few, current solutions remain domain-specific, highlighting the need for generalizable approaches. Indeed, effective HAIC systems must address multiple complexities: they must adapt dynamically, integrate human interactions, and address new key challenges such as trust, security and explainability. This workshop provides a forum to explore innovative methodologies, promote interdisciplinary collaboration and advance the development of a unified framework for next-generation HAIC systems. ====== TOPICS ====== Topics of Interest include but are not limited to: - Frameworks and methodologies for designing HAIC systems - Definition of evaluation criteria and methodologies for the evaluation of HAIC systems - Design principles for developing truly adaptive HAIC systems that evolve with user interactions and integrate real-time feedback. - Applications that foster human-AI co-creativity, in music, visual arts, poetry, … - HAIC applications in healthcare, assistive robotics, precision medicine and industry - Ethical issues raised by creative HAIC systems (integrity, bias, …) - Psychological and social implications of the long-term use of HAIC technologies - Critical perspectives on the potential benefits and risks of HAIC systems in education - Collaborative decision-making systems - Future trends in HAIC, including swarm robotics, sustainability, … ============ SUBMISSIONS ============ We encourage the submission of contributions that explore innovative methodologies for building Human-AI collaborative systems. In particular, authors can submit: (A) Regular papers (max. 12 + references – CEUR.ws format); (B) Short/Position papers (max 8 pages + references - CEUR.ws format); (C) Discussion papers of recent works published elsewhere (max 8 pages + references - CEUR.ws format); Submission Site: https://easychair.org/conferences/?conf=haic2025 All submitted papers will be evaluated by at least two members of the program committee, based on originality, significance, relevance and technical quality. Submissions of papers must be in English, in PDF format in the CEUR-WS conference format. Submissions should be single blinded, i.e. authors names should be included in the submissions. Submissions must be made through the EasyChair conference system prior the specified deadline (all deadlines refer to GMT). At least one of the authors should register and take part at the conference to make the presentation. ================ IMPORTANT DATES =============== * Paper submission deadline: June 22nd, 2025 (EXTENDED) (11:59PM UTC-12) * Notification to authors: July 21st, 2025 * Camera-Ready submission: September 1st, 2025 ================ PROCEEDINGS AND POST-PROCEEDINGS =============== All accepted papers will be published in the volume series of CEUR-WS. A selection of the best papers, accepted for the presentation at the workshops, will be invited to submit an extended version for publication on an AI journal. ============= ORGANIZATION ============= Michele Braccini - University of Bologna, Italy Allegra De Filippo - University of Bologna, Italy Michela Milano - University of Bologna, Italy Alessandro Saffiotti - University of Orebro, Sweden Mauro Vallati - University of Huddersfield, United Kingdom ____________________________________ Postdoctoral researcher @ Università di Bologna Dipartimento di Informatica - Ingegneria e Scienze Informatiche Campus di Cesena 47521 Cesena, Italy Latest Publication: "Metasensor: A Proposal for Sensor Evolution in Robotics” (https://www.mdpi.com/3153678) Guest Editor of the Special Issue "Hypothesis-Driven Artificial Intelligence Approaches for Complex Systems Biology”, submissions are open! Details: https://www.mdpi.com/si/233216

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[CFP] AI4HGI @ECAI 2025 - The 1st Workshop on Artificial Intelligence for Human-Game Interaction

by Sabrina Villata

*** Apologies for cross postings *** AI4HGI Workshop @ECAI 2025 *** SUBMISSION DEADLINE EXTENDED: 30th June, 2025 *** ---------------------------------------------------------------------- The First Workshop on Artificial Intelligence for Human-Game Interaction co-located with the 28th European Conference of Artificial Intelligence (ECAI ’25) Bologna, 25th-30th October 2025 Web: https://ai4hgi.github.io/ Submission site: https://easychair.org/my/conference?conf=ai4hgi For any information: sabrina.villata(a)unito.it ========= ABSTRACT ========= Digital games have become one of the most influential forms of entertainment and interactive media, extending their impact beyond leisure into education, health, behavior change, and more. Artificial Intelligence (AI) is playing an increasingly vital role in shaping these experiences, enabling adaptive gameplay, dynamic content generation, and the creation of intelligent non-player characters. AI not only enhances player immersion but also expands the possibilities for storytelling, accessibility, and personalized experiences. The AI4HGI workshop aims to explore the evolving role of AI in human-game interaction by addressing key research questions, including: * How AI can enhance player immersion and engagement in digital games? * How can AI contribute to adaptive storytelling and personalized player experiences? * How can AI systems balance computational efficiency with the complexity of game interactions? * How can generative AI impact game design and creativity? * How should ethical considerations such as transparency, fairness, and data privacy be addressed in AI-driven game development? In answering these questions, the AI4HGI workshop aims to provide a platform for researchers to discuss innovative solutions, share insights, and identify new research directions. By fostering dialogue at the intersection of AI and game development, the workshop seeks to advance the field and contribute to shaping the next generation of intelligent and interactive digital experiences. ====== TOPICS ====== Topics of interest include but are not limited to: - Reinforcement learning in games - Multi-agent systems in games - Procedural Content Generation - AI for game balancing and dynamic difficulty adjustment - AI-enhanced playtesting - Affective gaming - Player modeling - Gameplay dynamic adaptation - Non-Player Characters’ (NPCs) AI - AI-driven serious, educational, and persuasive games - Game-based learning - Natural language processing in games - Generative AI for game design and development - Ethical and responsible AI in games - Explainable AI in games ============ SUBMISSIONS ============ We accept the following submissions: (A) Regular papers (10-12 pages + references - single-column CEURART style) (B) Position, short papers and Demos (5-9 pages + references - single-column CEURART style); (C) Manifestations of interest (max 2 pages including a bio of the participant and a brief statement about why they are interest in the workshop) Submission site: https://easychair.org/my/conference?conf=ai4hgi All papers must be in English and they must be formatted using the single-column CEURART style format. Submitted papers will be evaluated by two members of the Program Committee through a single blind review process. We aim to publish all accepted regular, short, position papers and demos(A, B) in CEUR WS Proceedings as a joint volume. We will also consider relevant papers which were rejected from the main conference based on review transfer; to use this option, authors are invited to submit a request after rejection. We will then make a decision based on the reviews written for the main conference, which will be made available to us in anonymized form. At least one author of each accepted paper must register for the workshop by the main conference registration deadline. Papers must be submitted on EasyChair. The templates and format instructions are available here: https://ceur-ws.org/HOWTOSUBMIT.html ================ IMPORTANT DATES ================ Early submission are strongly encouraged. We adopt a rolling review system: early submissions will be immediately reviewed and the notification will be sent out approximately two weeks after the submission. * Paper submission final deadline: 30 June, 2025 (extended) * Review transfer option for papers rejected from main conference: 15 July, 2025 * Paper notification: 25 July, 2025 (extended) * Camera-ready version deadline: TBC * Registration deadline: TBC * AI4HGI Workshop: 25 or 26 October, 2025 ============= ORGANIZATION ============= Sabrina Villata University of Torino, Italy Amon Rapp University of Torino, Italy David Melhart University of Malta, Malta Matthew Barthet University of Malta, Malta Mike Preuss Leiden University, Netherlands Giulio Barbero Leiden University, Netherlands

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[CFP] AI4HGI @ECAI 2025 - The 1st Workshop on Artificial Intelligence for Human-Game Interaction

by Sabrina Villata

*** Apologies for cross postings *** AI4HGI Workshop @ECAI 2025 *** SUBMISSION DEADLINE EXTENDED: 30th June, 2025 *** ---------------------------------------------------------------------- The First Workshop on Artificial Intelligence for Human-Game Interaction co-located with the 28th European Conference of Artificial Intelligence (ECAI ’25) Bologna, 25th-30th October 2025 Web: https://ai4hgi.github.io/ Submission site: https://easychair.org/my/conference?conf=ai4hgi For any information: sabrina.villata(a)unito.it ========= ABSTRACT ========= Digital games have become one of the most influential forms of entertainment and interactive media, extending their impact beyond leisure into education, health, behavior change, and more. Artificial Intelligence (AI) is playing an increasingly vital role in shaping these experiences, enabling adaptive gameplay, dynamic content generation, and the creation of intelligent non-player characters. AI not only enhances player immersion but also expands the possibilities for storytelling, accessibility, and personalized experiences. The AI4HGI workshop aims to explore the evolving role of AI in human-game interaction by addressing key research questions, including: * How AI can enhance player immersion and engagement in digital games? * How can AI contribute to adaptive storytelling and personalized player experiences? * How can AI systems balance computational efficiency with the complexity of game interactions? * How can generative AI impact game design and creativity? * How should ethical considerations such as transparency, fairness, and data privacy be addressed in AI-driven game development? In answering these questions, the AI4HGI workshop aims to provide a platform for researchers to discuss innovative solutions, share insights, and identify new research directions. By fostering dialogue at the intersection of AI and game development, the workshop seeks to advance the field and contribute to shaping the next generation of intelligent and interactive digital experiences. ====== TOPICS ====== Topics of interest include but are not limited to: - Reinforcement learning in games - Multi-agent systems in games - Procedural Content Generation - AI for game balancing and dynamic difficulty adjustment - AI-enhanced playtesting - Affective gaming - Player modeling - Gameplay dynamic adaptation - Non-Player Characters’ (NPCs) AI - AI-driven serious, educational, and persuasive games - Game-based learning - Natural language processing in games - Generative AI for game design and development - Ethical and responsible AI in games - Explainable AI in games ============ SUBMISSIONS ============ We accept the following submissions: (A) Regular papers (10-12 pages + references - single-column CEURART style) (B) Position, short papers and Demos (5-9 pages + references - single-column CEURART style); (C) Manifestations of interest (max 2 pages including a bio of the participant and a brief statement about why they are interest in the workshop) Submission site: https://easychair.org/my/conference?conf=ai4hgi All papers must be in English and they must be formatted using the single-column CEURART style format. Submitted papers will be evaluated by two members of the Program Committee through a single blind review process. We aim to publish all accepted regular, short, position papers and demos(A, B) in CEUR WS Proceedings as a joint volume. We will also consider relevant papers which were rejected from the main conference based on review transfer; to use this option, authors are invited to submit a request after rejection. We will then make a decision based on the reviews written for the main conference, which will be made available to us in anonymized form. At least one author of each accepted paper must register for the workshop by the main conference registration deadline. Papers must be submitted on EasyChair. The templates and format instructions are available here: https://ceur-ws.org/HOWTOSUBMIT.html ================ IMPORTANT DATES ================ Early submission are strongly encouraged. We adopt a rolling review system: early submissions will be immediately reviewed and the notification will be sent out approximately two weeks after the submission. * Paper submission final deadline: 30 June, 2025 (extended) * Review transfer option for papers rejected from main conference: 15 July, 2025 * Paper notification: 25 July, 2025 (extended) * Camera-ready version deadline: TBC * Registration deadline: TBC * AI4HGI Workshop: 25 or 26 October, 2025 ============= ORGANIZATION ============= Sabrina Villata University of Torino, Italy Amon Rapp University of Torino, Italy David Melhart University of Malta, Malta Matthew Barthet University of Malta, Malta Mike Preuss Leiden University, Netherlands Giulio Barbero Leiden University, Netherlands -- ------------------------ Indirizzo istituzionale di posta elettronica degli studenti e dei laureati dell'Università di TorinoOfficial University of Turin email address for students and graduates

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[CFP] AI4HGI @ECAI 2025 - The 1st Workshop on Artificial Intelligence for Human-Game Interaction

by Sabrina Villata

*** Apologies for cross postings *** AI4HGI Workshop @ECAI 2025 *** SUBMISSION DEADLINE EXTENDED: 30th June, 2025 *** ---------------------------------------------------------------------- The First Workshop on Artificial Intelligence for Human-Game Interaction co-located with the 28th European Conference of Artificial Intelligence (ECAI ’25) Bologna, 25th-30th October 2025 Web: https://ai4hgi.github.io/ Submission site: https://easychair.org/my/conference?conf=ai4hgi For any information: sabrina.villata(a)unito.it ========= ABSTRACT ========= Digital games have become one of the most influential forms of entertainment and interactive media, extending their impact beyond leisure into education, health, behavior change, and more. Artificial Intelligence (AI) is playing an increasingly vital role in shaping these experiences, enabling adaptive gameplay, dynamic content generation, and the creation of intelligent non-player characters. AI not only enhances player immersion but also expands the possibilities for storytelling, accessibility, and personalized experiences. The AI4HGI workshop aims to explore the evolving role of AI in human-game interaction by addressing key research questions, including: * How AI can enhance player immersion and engagement in digital games? * How can AI contribute to adaptive storytelling and personalized player experiences? * How can AI systems balance computational efficiency with the complexity of game interactions? * How can generative AI impact game design and creativity? * How should ethical considerations such as transparency, fairness, and data privacy be addressed in AI-driven game development? In answering these questions, the AI4HGI workshop aims to provide a platform for researchers to discuss innovative solutions, share insights, and identify new research directions. By fostering dialogue at the intersection of AI and game development, the workshop seeks to advance the field and contribute to shaping the next generation of intelligent and interactive digital experiences. ====== TOPICS ====== Topics of interest include but are not limited to: - Reinforcement learning in games - Multi-agent systems in games - Procedural Content Generation - AI for game balancing and dynamic difficulty adjustment - AI-enhanced playtesting - Affective gaming - Player modeling - Gameplay dynamic adaptation - Non-Player Characters’ (NPCs) AI - AI-driven serious, educational, and persuasive games - Game-based learning - Natural language processing in games - Generative AI for game design and development - Ethical and responsible AI in games - Explainable AI in games ============ SUBMISSIONS ============ We accept the following submissions: (A) Regular papers (10-12 pages + references - single-column CEURART style) (B) Position, short papers and Demos (5-9 pages + references - single-column CEURART style); (C) Manifestations of interest (max 2 pages including a bio of the participant and a brief statement about why they are interest in the workshop) Submission site: https://easychair.org/my/conference?conf=ai4hgi All papers must be in English and they must be formatted using the single-column CEURART style format. Submitted papers will be evaluated by two members of the Program Committee through a single blind review process. We aim to publish all accepted regular, short, position papers and demos(A, B) in CEUR WS Proceedings as a joint volume. We will also consider relevant papers which were rejected from the main conference based on review transfer; to use this option, authors are invited to submit a request after rejection. We will then make a decision based on the reviews written for the main conference, which will be made available to us in anonymized form. At least one author of each accepted paper must register for the workshop by the main conference registration deadline. Papers must be submitted on EasyChair. The templates and format instructions are available here: https://ceur-ws.org/HOWTOSUBMIT.html ================ IMPORTANT DATES ================ Early submission are strongly encouraged. We adopt a rolling review system: early submissions will be immediately reviewed and the notification will be sent out approximately two weeks after the submission. * Paper submission final deadline: 30 June, 2025 (extended) * Review transfer option for papers rejected from main conference: 15 July, 2025 * Paper notification: 25 July, 2025 (extended) * Camera-ready version deadline: TBC * Registration deadline: TBC * AI4HGI Workshop: 25 or 26 October, 2025 ============= ORGANIZATION ============= Sabrina Villata University of Torino, Italy Amon Rapp University of Torino, Italy David Melhart University of Malta, Malta Matthew Barthet University of Malta, Malta Mike Preuss Leiden University, Netherlands Giulio Barbero Leiden University, Netherlands

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[CFP] DIS 2025 workshop: “From Data to Transformative Change: Designing Interactive Systems for Citizen Science Empowerment”

by Catia Prandi

************************************************ CALL FOR CONTRIBUTIONS Workshop on “From Data to Transformative Change: Designing Interactive Systems for Citizen Science Empowerment”, organized at ACM SIGCHI Designing Interactive Systems Conference (DIS) 2025, to be held in Funchal, Madeira (Portugal), on July 05, 2025. Website: https://sites.google.com/view/cs-dis-25/home Contact: catia.prandi(a)unibo.it ************************************************ ***Scope*** Citizen Science (CS) is a research approach in which scientists and everyday people collaborate to address a research problem. Advancements in digital technologies have significantly expanded the reach of CS by enabling large-scale data collection and collaboration. In addition to its scientific benefits, CS enhances participants' science literacy, fosters public engagement, and promotes collaborative problem-solving. Despite this being true, we believe that the true potential of CS has not yet been fully explored as a collaborative practice for transformative change. With this in mind, we planned a one-day workshop as a forum for critical discussions and reflections on the role of HCI researchers, designers, and practitioners in designing CS-empowered interactive systems for increasing awareness about social good and societal issues and promoting concrete actions and behavioural change, from data to sustainable futures. ***Submissions*** Participants interested in joining the workshop can submit either a late-breaking work abstract/short paper (2 to 4 pages, plus references, using the ACM single-column template) or a motivation statement (1–2 pages, including references, using the ACM single-column template). The paper should include the authors' names. To submit your contribution, simply send an email to: catia.prandi(a)unibo.it, with the Subject: “CS DIS workshop submission" by June 10 (AoE). You will receive an answer by June 16. ***Workshop format*** A one-day workshop where participants will have the possibility to reflect on and discuss the main open challenges still affecting the design of CS-empowered interactive systems, and to prototype, exploiting data physicalization and co-design, solutions that focus on a specific real-world challenge as presented by experts of the Madeira Island that offers a unique ecosystem to spark reflections on the interplay between sustainability, technology and CS. As for the main conference, the workshop will take place as a full in-person event. ***Important dates*** Contributions submission deadline: June 10, 2025 Notification of acceptance: June 16, 2025 Workshop (at DIS 2025): July 05, 2025 ***Organizers*** Catia Prandi (University of Bologna, Italy) Christothea Herodotou (Open University, UK) Mara Dionisio (University of Madeira, Portugal) Neal Reeves (King's College London, UK) Lizette Reitsma (Malmo University, Sweden) Simone Mora (MIT, USA) ***Venue*** The workshop will be in conjunction with the ACM SIGCHI Designing Interactive Systems Conference (DIS) 2025 to be held in Funchal, Madeira (Portugal) from July 05 to July 09, 2025. _________________________________________ Catia Prandi, PhD. Associate Professor, Department of Computer Science and Engineering, University of Bologna

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Call for Participation: Workshop on Age-Inclusive Interfaces

by Sayan Sarcar

Apologies for the cross-posting Workshop on Age-Inclusive Interfaces: Emerging Mobile, Conversational, and Generative AI to Support Interactions across the Life Span ( https://speech-interaction.org/CUI2025-OA/) - Colocating with ACM Conversational User Interface (CUI) 2025 conference ------------------------------------------------------- This multidisciplinary workshop aims to tackle the significant gaps in theoretical frameworks, methodological approaches, and exploration of new paradigms within the research and design of age-inclusive Mobile, Hands-Free, Conversational User Interfaces, especially those leveraging recent advances in Generative AI and Large Language Models. We also aim to build research capacity by bringing together researchers and practitioners across several disciplines and industries who are actively working or having interest toward understanding the need and role of such interfaces in supporting interactions across the life (e.g. older adults, inter-generational interactions.) We invite researchers from various fields to present their work on and collectively engage in synthesizing and collating findings from different disciplines, and to discuss barriers and approaches to designing age-inclusive CUIs that are usable, adoptable, and culturally relevant. Given the nascent phase of this community, and our goal of encouraging a grassroots approach to defining this space, we welcome position papers, short research papers, or short expressions of interest relevant to the broad space of our workshop. There is no format for the expression of interest - those wishing to participate in the workshop without a submitted paper should simply contact the organizers via email indicating through a short paragraph their prior experience and/or interest as relevant to the workshop, alongside their professional website or scholar page. We welcome position papers, short research papers, and expressions of interest along the focus areas described earlier, as well as open topics suggested by potential attendees (given the nascent phase of this community, and our goal of encouraging a grassroots approach to defining this space). For those interested in submitting a formal paper, we welcome short papers describing e.g. a research study, a novel system, a new theoretical contribution, or position papers that highlight new or ongoing challenges in the field. Submitted papers will be lightly reviewed by the organizing committee within a week of the submission (there is no formal deadline). Accepted papers will be posted on the workshop website. We recommend papers to be no more than 4 pages long, following the CHI Extended Abstract format). For submitting formal papers or an expression of interest, please email at cosmin(a)taglab.ca using "CUI2025 Age-inclusive workshop" in the email subject line. Submissions will be reviewed according to: fit with the workshop topic, and potential to contribute to the workshop goals. Alternate submission arrangements may be possible (such as the showcasing of papers previously accepted at other conferences). Diversity and Inclusion Considerations We want to bring together researchers and experts across the globe from HCI (particularly focused on mobile and conversational design), Computer Science (e.g., voice and language processing), Sociology (Gerontology), and age-inclusive computing. We will welcome research, practitioners from both industry and academia, as well as representative users, ensuring a diverse attendance. We will particularly welcome contributions from students and early career researchers (acknowledging the role conference workshop play in supporting the training and career development needs of these attendees), as well as contributions highlighting the intersectional aspects of our research space, e.g. focusing on dimensions such as gender, socio-economic background, race, etc. as factors that are integral to the aging process. -- Best Regards, Sayan Sarcar Birmingham City University, UK

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