Industry Calls
Industry spotlights and tutorials — bridging research and practice.
The IEEE International Conference on Responsible Artificial Intelligence (IRAI 2026) invites industry organisations, practitioners, and experts to contribute through two complementary formats: the Industry Spotlight and the Tutorial. Both tracks are designed to bridge research and practice, bringing real-world expertise to a global audience.
Sponsored by the IEEE Industrial Electronics Society (IES) and La Trobe University, IRAI 2026 brings together researchers, industry leaders, policymakers, and students to exchange knowledge and foster collaboration on AI safety, fairness, transparency, accountability, and more.
Both formats — submissions due 15 June 2026
Submit by email to irai2026 [at] ieee-ies [dot] org with the materials listed in Submission Requirements below.
Submission Formats at a Glance
Choose the format that best matches your expertise and goals. Both formats are open to industry organizations of all sizes and sectors.
| Industry Spotlight | Tutorial | |
|---|---|---|
| Format | 25-min presentation + 5-min Q&A | 2-hour interactive session (with pre-recorded video) |
| Who Should Apply | Organizations, practitioners, and cross-sector teams with real-world AI deployment experience | Leading industry experts with deep expertise in a focused RAI topic or tool |
| Focus | Share concrete case studies, lessons learned, and implementation insights from the field | Deliver hands-on training and skill-building on tools, frameworks, and emerging techniques |
| Key Deliverable | 250–400 word abstract + speaker bio(s) | 600-word description + 45–60 min pre-recorded video + presenter bios |
| Speakers | Up to 2 speakers per submission | Tutorial chair + co-chair |
| Benefits | One complimentary registration. Additional benefits will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis. | One complimentary registration. Additional benefits will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis. |
| Deadline | June 15, 2026 | June 15, 2026 |
| How to Submit | Email the required information to irai2026[at]ieee-ies[dot]org | Email full proposal + video link to irai2026[at]ieee-ies[dot]org |
What We’re Looking For
We seek submissions that go beyond theory to demonstrate concrete, grounded experience from the field. We especially welcome submissions aligned with the conference’s core themes, including:
AI Safety & Security — Practical red-teaming, adversarial testing, incident response, and risk management frameworks
Predictive & Explainable AI — Implementations of XAI in regulated or high-stakes environments
AI Ethics & Regulation — Governance frameworks, internal audit processes, model cards, or compliance strategies
Fairness, Transparency & Accountability — Approaches to identifying and reducing algorithmic bias across products, hiring, lending, or public-sector applications
Industrial Applications of AI — Responsible deployment in manufacturing, energy, logistics, or infrastructure
AI Agents & Bots — Responsible design, oversight, and governance of autonomous agents in real-world contexts
Physical AI & Robotics — Safety and accountability in AI-driven physical systems
AI in Education — Responsible integration with attention to equity, privacy, and pedagogical impact
Multidisciplinary & Human-Centred Practice — Meaningful human oversight, stakeholder engagement, or interdisciplinary collaboration in AI workflows
Emerging Topics — Industry perspectives on quantum AI, AGI safety, neuro-symbolic approaches, and other frontier areas
Submission Requirements
Title (max 15 words)
Topic Area — select the IRAI 2026 theme that best aligns with your submission
Abstract (250–400 words)
Speaker Bio(s) (150 words per speaker, max 2 speakers)
Relevant Links — published work, blog posts, open-source tools, or press coverage
For Tutorials:
- Video Demo – A 45–60 minute pre-recorded video uploaded to Google Drive with public access enabled
- Code – link to the repository with the code for the tutorial
For Spotlight:
- Stage of Work — completed, in progress, or early exploration
How to Submit
Submit your proposal by emailing the organising committee at irai2026 [at] ieee-ies [dot] org. Please check the IRAI 2026 website for updates.