The AI-Driven Linguistics, Neuroscience and Rehabilitation Science and Macao International Association of Artificial Intelligence (MIAIA) conference successfully concluded its two-day event from 24 to 25 October 2026 at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, drawing over 80 prominent scholars, researchers, and professionals from around the Greater Bay Area.
Centred around the theme of cutting-edge innovations at the intersection of technology, linguistics, neuroscience, and medical rehabilitation, the event served as a dynamic platform for interdisciplinary exchange. Throughout the conference, participants engaged in stimulating discussions on how artificial intelligence is transforming modern diagnostics, cognitive science, and therapeutic applications, bridging theoretical breakthroughs with real-world clinical and linguistic practices.
A major highlight of the conference featured an impressive lineup of keynote presentations by leading experts and scholars, sharing groundbreaking insights into the fusion of artificial intelligence, neuroscience, and language studies:
- Dr. Tai Wa Hou (Centro Hospitalar Conde de São Januário) on "Construction and Application of the Macau Artificial Intelligence Language Rehabilitation Cloud Platform"
- Prof. Zhuo-Ming Chen (The First Affiliated Hospital of Jinan University) on "Development of Domestic Diagnostic and Therapeutic Devices for Language Disorders"
- Prof. Zhuo Wang (Harbin Institute of Technology) on "Intelligent Diagnosis and Treatment Technologies and Practices for Autism"
- Prof. Hualou Liang (The Hong Kong Polytechnic University) on "Predicting Dementia from Speech using Large Language Models"
- Prof. Ping Li (The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology) on "Neural Mechanisms of Language, Cognition, and Learning in the Era of Artificial Intelligence"
- Prof. Changsheng Wu (National University of Singapore) on "Physiological Intelligence at the Human-Machine Interface"
- Prof. Yang Zhang (University of Minnesota) on "Language, Cognition, and the Brain in the Age of AI: From Computational Psycholinguistics to Neurotechnology"
The organizing committee extends its heartfelt gratitude to all keynote speakers, presenters, and attendees whose enthusiastic participation and insights made the event a resounding success. The conference concluded with a shared vision for future collaborations, paving the way for continued advancements in AI-driven innovation and human well-being.
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