The Bridging Agentic AI and Quantum Computing Symposium offers participants a comprehensive update of both AI and Quantum near term technology readiness and the status of coupled AI-Quantum relevant applications. In addition, we will summarize the research challenges and future directions, and specify potential application areas that offer near term scientific and commercial benefits.

This event is a joint effort of the Center for Accelerated Realt Time Analytics (CARTA), UMBC Quantum Science Institute (QSI), and Artificial Intelligence at UMBC (AI).

Details:

• When: September 10, 2026
• Where: University Center, Room 312
• Who: UMBC faculty and external collaborators

Event Highlights:

• Keynotes & Technical Talks: Insights from UMBC academic leaders.
• Federal Panel: A comprehensive view on challenges and adoption needs.
• Collaborative Breakout Sessions: Exchange ideas and identify new research directions.
• Networking: Connect with peers across UMBC and government sectors.

More information, including the symposium agenda and registration, is available on the Center for Accelerated Real Time Analytics (CARTA) website. 

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We thank our sponsors: UMBC’s Office of Research and Creative Achievements (ORCA), the College of Computer, Mathematical, and Natural Sciences (CNMS), the Information Systems Department, and the CSEE Department.

UMBC will host the Third IEEE Baltimore Technical and Professional Development Colloquium on Nov. 7, 2026. The theme this year is "Creativity in an Era of AI." Abstract submissions are due by August 31 , 2026

This year, four tracks are available. 

• Track 1: AI Applications in Biology and the (Bio)medical Field
• Track 2: AI Software Systems: Design, Engineering, and Deployment
• Track 3: AI Meeting Physical Reality
• Track 4: AI and the Future of Work: Skills, Talent, and Workforce Transformation

More information and registration information is available on the IEEE Baltimore Technical Colloquium website.