Summer School1 - Blockchain for Trusted Data Ecosystems

The summer school and doctoral symposium aim to provide an immersive learning experience at the intersection of human behavior and artificial intelligence by bringing together students, researchers, and professionals to explore innovative approaches to designing ethical, transparent, and impactful AI systems. Through a rich program of keynote lectures, interactive workshops, hands-on sessions, and panel discussions, the event will foster collaboration, spark creative research, and equip participants with the practical skills needed to address real-world challenges in AI—ranging from scientific workflows and data visualization to decision-making and sustainability.

AGENDA

Day 1: Welcome and Foundations of Human-AI Interactions ( Monday, September 22 )

Kick off the Summer School with inspiring keynotes, a doctoral symposium, and an interactive workshop exploring the opportunities, challenges, and ethical dimensions of Human‑AI collaboration.

Registration and Welcome Session : 09:00–10:00

The Future of Human-AI Interaction: Opportunities and Challenges: 10:00–11:30

Doctoral Symposium – Student Posters Session : 11:30–13:00

Interactive Workshop: Designing AI Systems with Real-World Impact : 14:00–16:00

Panel Discussion: AI Across Sectors – Ethics, Transparency, and Societal Impact : 16–17:30

Day 2: AI in Science and Visualization ( Tuesday, September 23 )

Discover how AI is transforming scientific workflows and data visualization. Engage in hands-on sessions using real-world tools to bridge the gap between data and human insight.

Scientific Workflows and AI – The ExtremeXP Experience: 09:00–11:00

Hands-on with ExtremeXP for Scientific Data Visualization: 11:00–13:00

Data Visualization as a Bridge between AI and Human Understanding : 14:00–15:00

Hands-on Session: Building Intuitive Visualizations for Complex Data : 15:00–17:00

AI Visualization in Art and Science : 17:00–18:00

Day 3: Excursion to the Slovenian Seaside (Wednesday, September 24 )

On Wednesday, September 24, participants will embark on an excursion to the Slovenian seaside. The day will start early with a bus trip to Izola for a guided tour, followed by lunch by the Adriatic Sea. In the afternoon, there will be a visit of Piran, which will include a discussion on the role of AI in promoting sustainability within coastal ecosystems. After some free exploration in Piran, the day will end with a return journey to Ljubljana. 150 EUR per participant.

Day 4: AI and Decision-Making (Thursday, September 25 )

Explore how AI systems model, support, and enhance human decision-making processes. Engage in simulations and workshops to investigate real-world industrial applications.

Circular Decision-Making in Nature and AI : 09:00–10:30

Decision Simulations using Markov Models : 10:30–12:30

Translating data into decisions, presented by an AI: 13:30–15:00

Risks and Opportunities in AI Decision-Making : 15:00–16:30

Designing an AI-Enhanced Decision Framework : 16:30–17:30

Day 5: Final Projects and Closing (Friday, September 26 )

Celebrate the learning outcomes of the week through team project presentations. Receive feedback, earn your participation certificate, and network with peers and experts during the closing session.

Human-AI Interaction Frameworks : 09:00–11:00

Feedback Session + Award Ceremony (Best Project) : 11:00–12:00

Distribution of Microcertificates : 12:00–13:00

Closing Remarks and Networking Session: 13:00–14:00

Instructions to Join

Registration Fee:

Participation is **FREE OF CHARGE**. Coffee breaks are covered!

Application Materials:

Extended Abstract: Participants are required to upload a 1000-word extended abstract detailing their research work.

Curriculum Vitae (CV): A current CV must also be submitted along with the abstract.

Submission Process:

Visit the designated registration portal on the summer school website to complete your registration.

Upload your extended abstract and CV as part of the application process.

Deadlines:

Applications for the Summer School are open. Please note the following cut-off dates for submitting your application:

June 20, 2025 — Early consideration deadline
July 10, 2025 — Standard application deadline
August 10, 2025 — Final deadline (subject to availability of places)

We recommend applying early, as participation is limited and places will be allocated on a rolling basis.

Confirmation:

Once your submission is complete, you will receive a confirmation email with further details about the event, including the schedule, venue, and additional instructions.

We look forward to your participation in this engaging summer school, where you will have the opportunity to connect, learn, and collaborate on the latest trends and challenges in Human-AI interactions.

Enquiries:

Prof. Dr. Vlado Stankovski, email: vlado.stankovski@fri.uni-lj.si

Subject: “Human-AI Summer School”