Atoms to Bits: The AlphaBet of Intelligence v2.0

Wed Feb 25 2026 at 01:00 pm to 10:00 pm

The Whitworth | Manchester

The University of Manchester
Publisher/HostThe University of Manchester
Atoms to Bits: The AlphaBet of Intelligence v2.0
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Join us for invited talks, panels, networking, and collaborations!
About this Event

Welcome to our 2-day Brain-Inspired Computing Workshop, a University of Manchester organised event dedicated to connecting the worlds of emerging materials research, memristive device engineering, and the development of hybrid memristive-CMOS neuromorphic computing systems. By focusing on technological applications, we aim to spark conversations and collaborations that can help shape the next generation of intelligent computing.


WHAT TO EXPECT

  • Invited Talks: Hear from leading researchers and practitioners on the latest breakthroughs in spintronics, memristive devices, and neuromorphic chips and architectures.
  • Panel Discussions: Engage with a diverse panel of experts as they examine the role of neuromorphic computing in the UK and internationally, highlight key barriers to adoption, and envision paths forward for academia and industry.
  • Networking & Collaboration: Connect with leading experts in neuromorphic AI hardware from universities, spinouts, and industrial R&D labs.

CONFIRMED SPEAKERS:

  • Tamalika Banerjee - University of Groningen / IMChip
  • Giovanni Fionocchio - University of Messina
  • Hidekazu Kurebuyashi - University College London
  • Damien Querlioz - Univeristé Paris-Sarclay
  • Maxence Ernoult - Google DeepMind

SCHEDULE - Please note the schedule is tentative and will be updated

25th February:

  • 13:00 - 13:30: Registration & Welcome
  • 13:30 - 17:30: Talks & Panels
  • 17:30 - 22:00: Networking Event

26th February:

  • 09:00 - 09:30: Welcome
  • 09:30 - 16:45: Talks & Panels - Lunch Provided


NETWORKING EVENT:

  • We would be delighted if you were able to join us for a networking event in the Whitworth Café on the evening of 25th February.


For accesibility or dietary requirements, please email [email protected].

Please be advised that this event will be filmed and photographed, by attending the event you will be giving your permission to be filmed. If you have any concerns, please email [email protected]


This event is (co-)organised by the SkyANN project, co-funded by the European Union. Views and opinions expressed are, however those of the author(s) only and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union. Neither the European Union nor the granting authority can be held responsible for them.

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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

The Whitworth, Oxford Road, Manchester, United Kingdom

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