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Leeds AI Week 2026

Monday, 9 February 2026

00:00 UTC

Leeds University Union venues across campus: Maurice Keyworth SR (G.31), Helix (Level 7), EC Stoner Building

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Leeds University Union (LUU) in collaboration with LUU AI Hub, LUU societies and student leaders

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Leeds AI Week 2026 is a student-led, week-long exploration of artificial intelligence across business, education, climate, software architecture, engineering and healthcare. Hosted by Leeds University Union (LUU) and coordinated with LUU AI Hub, LUU societies and student leaders, this event brings together students, researchers and local AI practitioners to showcase how AI is applied across disciplines. The season runs Monday 9 February to Sunday 15 February 2026, with a mix of executive panels, expert talks, hands-on workshops and a full AI MedTech conference. Expect a vibrant in-person program across campus venues including Maurice Keyworth SR (G.31), Helix (Level 7), and the EC Stoner Building, designed to connect theory with practical, hands-on experimentation. What to expect: - In-depth panels on AI’s impact across sectors (business, education, environment, healthcare) and its implications for employability and society. - Developer-focused sessions exploring LLMs, agents, and local models, including practical workshops. - Hands-on workshops that demonstrate applied AI concepts like Fine-Tuning (PEFT) and Digital Twins for engineering. - A dedicated AI MedTech Conference day focused on patient care, diagnostics and drug discovery powered by AI. - A student-led, collaborative atmosphere with opportunities for networking, project demonstrations and peer learning. Program snapshots by day: - Monday – AI in Business: Executive Panel exploring how AI reshapes the corporate landscape and what it means for future employability. - Tuesday – AI in Education: Expert Panel on integrity and the evolving academic experience in an AI-enabled classroom. - Wednesday – Climate & Environment: Insight into how AI intersects with sustainability and environmental challenges. - Thursday – AI for Developers: Workshop track on deep dives into LLMs and agents; Workshop: Fine-Tuning (PEFT) – 18:00–19:30, Maurice Keyworth SR (G.31). - Friday – AI in Engineering: Workshop on Digital Twins – 18:00–19:30, Helix (Level 7). - Sunday – AI in Healthcare: AI MedTech Conference – 09:00–17:00, Helix (Level 7). Who should attend: - University students, early-career researchers and educators curious about practical AI applications. - Software developers and engineers looking to deepen their hands-on AI skills. - Organisers aim to foster cross-disciplinary dialogue and collaborative projects. Format and venue: - In-person across Leeds University Union spaces: Maurice Keyworth SR (G.3

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