NexSymp Summit 2026, organized by MMU Press, is a premier virtual symposium showcasing cutting-edge research in Artificial Intelligence (AI), innovation, and interdisciplinary applications driving a sustainable and intelligent future.

The symposium provides a platform for academics, researchers, industry professionals, policymakers, and students worldwide to:

• Present original research and technological innovations
• Exchange ideas across academia, industry, and government
• Foster interdisciplinary collaboration
• Engage with emerging trends shaping AI, innovation and digital transformation

Building on the success of NexSymp 2025, the 2026 edition introduces multiple publication tracks, providing opportunities for journal consideration or symposium proceedings publication.

The symposium will also feature the launch of selected MMU Press books, showcasing the university’s latest scholarly contributions.