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International Research and Innovation Seminar IRIS

Analytics and AI for Africa's Future

June 19-20, 2025
UM6P Benguerir Campus, Morocco
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Shaping Africa's Future

Through Analytics & AI Innovation

About IRIS

The International Research and Innovation Seminar brings together researchers, industry professionals, and entrepreneurs to explore cutting-edge research and foster collaboration.

International Research and Innovation Seminar
A platform for knowledge exchange and collaboration

The International Research and Innovation Seminar (IRIS) is a premier academic event that brings together researchers, industry professionals, and entrepreneurs from around the world to share knowledge, explore cutting-edge research, and foster collaboration.

This year's theme, "Analytics and AI for Africa's Future," focuses on leveraging advanced technologies to address challenges and opportunities across the African continent in healthcare, agriculture, renewable energy, and computational science.

2+
Days of Knowledge Exchange
10+
Expert Speakers
200+
Expected Attendees

Themes & Topics

Explore the key focus areas of IRIS, centered around analytics and AI applications for Africa's future development.

Artificial Intelligence
Exploring the latest advancements in AI, machine learning, and deep learning with a focus on applications relevant to African contexts.
Healthcare Analytics
Leveraging data analytics and AI to improve healthcare delivery, disease prediction, and public health management across Africa.
AgriTech Solutions
Innovative applications of analytics and AI in agriculture to enhance productivity, sustainability, and food security in African regions.
Renewable Energy
Data-driven approaches to optimize renewable energy deployment, management, and integration into existing infrastructure in Africa.
Economic Development
Applying analytics to drive economic growth, financial inclusion, and sustainable development across African economies.
ML Theory & Applications
Theoretical advancements in machine learning and their practical applications in solving complex problems in the African context.

Featured Speakers

Learn from leading experts in AI, analytics, and innovation who are shaping Africa's technological future.

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Program & Schedule

Explore the comprehensive program for IRIS, featuring keynotes, panels, workshops, and networking opportunities.

Foundations of AI and Technological Innovation for Africa's Economic Growth

2025-06-19

09:30–10:30
Conference Opening
Opening
Main Auditorium
10:30–12:00
Opening Remarks and Talk
Panel
Main Auditorium
Speakers:
  • Hicham El Habti (President, UM6P)
  • Rachid El Fatimy (Professor of Cell and Molecular Neuroscience; Dean, Faculty of Medical Sciences, Head Smart Health Care City; Director, UM6P Center for Doctoral Studies)
  • Tarik El Fehri (General Secretary, Fondation Ibn Rochd FIRSI)
  • Dr. Munther Dahleh (Head of LIDS, Massachusetts Institute of Technology)
Chairs:
  • Abdellah Aznag
  • Marouane Ibn Brahim
12:00–14:00
Lunch Break and Poster Session
Break
Dining Hall & Poster Area
14:00–15:30
Research Session on Algorithms for AI-Based Decision Making
Research Session
Main Auditorium
Speakers:
  • Dr. Rim Hariss (McGill University)
  • Dr. Omar El Housni (Cornell University)
  • Dr. Canberk Ucel (Essec Business School)
Chairs:
  • Ayoub Fossoul (Columbia University)
Workshop on Entrepreneurial Thinking: How to Make the Transition from the Research Lab to a Venture?
Workshop
Workshop Room
Moderators:
  • Dr. Jinane Abounadi (Massachusetts Institute of Technology)
Requirements: Application required, subject to availability
15:30–16:00
Coffee Break and Networking
Break
Networking Area
16:00–17:30
Keynote session: Analytics and Operations to Inform Africa's Economic Development
Panel
Main Auditorium
Speakers:
  • Dr. Abdoulaye Ndiaye (New York University)
  • Dr. Kamalini Ramdas (London Business School)
Chairs:
  • Abdellah Aznag (Columbia University)