Overview

Join us at the 16th annual Swiss Conference, hosted by the HPC-AI Advisory Council and the Swiss National Supercomputing Centre (CSCS). It's a unique opportunity to meet with industry leaders, innovative startups, and tech pioneers to discuss how the latest tools and technologies are merging research communities and sparking new ideas. This year, we shine a brighter light on artificial intelligence — the heart of today's tech revolution. AI is more than just a topic; it's the main thread connecting our talks and workshops, revealing how it's reshaping research and industry applications. We'll explore AI's exciting possibilities and real-world impacts through a series of in-depth sessions and practical case studies.

Over three days, the Swiss Conference will be your think tank, where experts from all sectors share knowledge and insights. Expect a dynamic mix of speeches, panel discussions, and interactive activities. You'll get to engage with the latest in HPC, AI, Cloud, Containers, and more, preparing you for the next wave of technological breakthroughs and partnerships.

Featured Keynotes:

Siddhartha Mishra

Monday, April 7
Siddhartha Mishra

Full Professor at the Department of Mathematics
Deputy head of Seminar for Applied Mathematics, ETH Zurich

AI for PDEs

Taras Gerya

Tuesday, April 8
Taras Gerya

Professor, Institute of Geophysics
Department of Earth Sciences, ETH Zurich

Computational Biogeodynamics: Deciphering Influence of Plate Tectonics on Life Evolution and Habitability

Torsten Hoefler

Wednesday, April 9
Torsten Hoefler

Professor of Computer Science, ETH Zurich

Next Generation AI and HPC Networking with Ultra Ethernet

Registration:
Registration is required for all participants for all sessions which includes a nominal attendee fee charged in advance, a special group outing (attendance needs to be confirmed via the registration form), and daily break and lunch services. Register today and join us for knowledgeable evaluations, prescriptive best practices along with provocative and shared learnings.

We look forward to seeing you in Lugano!

Location:
Piazza Indipendenza 4
6900 Lugano
Switzerland

Accommodation:
All attendees – including sponsors and presenters – are responsible for the coordination and the costs related to individual/group travels, accommodation, etc.

Participants in the event are invited to book an accommodation at their earliest convenience as Lugano is a destination in high demand in the springtime.

Looking for an accommodation? Participants in this event may refer to the official Lugano Region website.

Ticino Ticket
A personal guest card will be handed to overnight guests when they check in. Ticino Ticket includes free use of public transport and discounts on the most popular tourist attractions.