A three-day multi-track academic and practitioner conference in Dubai bringing together AI researchers, data scientists, and practitioners from across the MENA region and internationally for 70+ sessions on AI, machine learning, data science, and generative AI.
The International Conference on Artificial Intelligence and Data Science (ICADS) is an annual multi-track academic conference organised by Aver Conferences, running its third edition in Dubai in February 2027. The programme spans 70+ tracks across artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, generative AI, AI ethics, cybersecurity, and fintech applications. The format combines keynotes, panels, workshops, poster sessions, and an exhibition, with peer-reviewed abstract submissions accepted for presentation.
February is a favourable month in Dubai, with moderate temperatures and no conflict with the autumn/spring conference season. ICADS positions Dubai as a neutral academic-practitioner meeting point drawing international researchers from Kuwait, Norway, the UAE, Russia, and the USA. The hotel conference format at the Crowne Plaza Deira suits the 400-attendee scale.
The 2027 programme spans 70+ tracks grouped around:
The multi-track format allows parallel sessions across all three days, with separate workshop and poster session tracks. An exhibition component runs alongside the scientific programme.
Confirmed speakers for the 2027 edition include:
Primarily academic in structure: abstract submission is peer-reviewed and the format follows a research conference model. However, practitioners from industry are welcome and the programme includes applied tracks. The speaker mix reflects both academia and industry.
Abstracts are submitted via the official site (datascience.averconferences.com). The preliminary abstract deadline for 2027 was 2 May 2026. Accepted abstracts are presented in the conference programme and may be published in proceedings.
Yes. A Student Edition pass is available from $499-$649 USD, making the event accessible for graduate researchers.
The Crowne Plaza Dubai Deira by IHG is located on Salah Al Din St in the Deira district of Dubai. The hotel conference facility provides meeting rooms, exhibition space, and hotel accommodation in one location. Deira is the historic commercial district of Dubai, well connected by metro (Salah Al Din Metro Station on the Green Line).
Aver Conferences is an international academic conference organiser running multi-track scientific events across technology, engineering, and business fields globally, including in Dubai, Europe, and North America. The organisation manages abstract submission, peer review logistics, and full conference production for events of 300-500 participants.
ICADS Dubai is a mid-size academic conference with a broad multi-track scope covering the full AI and data science research spectrum; it is primarily relevant for researchers and advanced practitioners seeking peer-reviewed presentation opportunities in the MENA region during the February window.
Registration is available at datascience.averconferences.com. Tiers for 2027:
Early registration offers the lower end of each tier's price range.
Abstract submission is accepted at datascience.averconferences.com. The preliminary abstract deadline was 2 May 2026. Check the official site for updated submission deadlines for the 2027 edition.
Citizens of many countries receive a visa on arrival in the UAE, or can obtain an e-visa in advance. GCC nationals do not need a visa. Check the UAE government's visa portal for your nationality.
The hotel is approximately 10-15 minutes from Dubai International Airport by taxi. The Salah Al Din Metro Station (Green Line) is nearby, connecting to the airport at Union and BurJuman interchange stations.
Aver Conferences typically publishes conference proceedings. Check the official site for publication details for the 2027 edition.
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