2026 Workshop on World Models
Hosted by Chicago Booth, WM@Booth brings together researchers from computer science, economics, finance, and physical sciences to explore how world models can transform decision-making.
2026 Workshop on World Models
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AIE Summer Institute
Our third annual AI and Economics Summer Institute brings together researchers and graduate students to push forward cutting-edge research ideas at the intersection of AI and economics.
AIE Summer Institute
AIE Summer Conference
The AIE Summer Conference concludes the AIE Summer Institute, presenting research on applying AI methods to existing economic queries. Submit your paper for consideration.
AIE Summer Conference
Conference on Frontiers in Machine Learning and Economics
The goal of this annual conference is to explore research across fields at the intersection of machine learning and the social sciences.
Conference on Frontiers in Machine Learning and Economics
AI Workshop
Faculty and invited speakers present current AI and machine learning research. Open to faculty and current PhD students.
AI Workshop2026 Workshop on World Models
Hosted by Chicago Booth, WM@Booth brings together researchers from computer science, economics, finance, and physical sciences to explore how world models can transform decision-making. The three-day event at the end of August features keynote talks from Yann LeCun and Diyi Yang, deep-dive sessions on finance and economics applications, poster sessions, and a hands-on coding workshop.
Call for Papers: Submissions are open through June 12, 2026. The workshop welcomes work in any form: new architectures, empirical studies, theoretical analyses, benchmarks, or novel applications. Papers are non-archival.
AI Fellowship
The CAAI AI Fellowship provides funding and support for Booth students pursuing AI-related conferences, events, and initiatives that expand engagement with artificial intelligence across the Booth community.
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The center works with a variety of industry and academic partners to accomplish its work through the exchange of knowledge and data. Visit our Research page to learn more. If you or your organization is interested in partnering with us, please reach out.
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