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Call for Abstracts

N-SEA 2026 - National Symposium on Equitable AI

Human-AI Collaboration: Empowerment, Agency, and Belonging

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Call for Research Contributions

Advancing equitable AI through innovative research and collaboration

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Call for Abstracts 2026

The Center for Equitable AI & Machine Learning Systems (CEAMLS) at Morgan State University is pleased to announce its 3rd Annual National Symposium on Equitable AI (N-SEA 2026), to be hosted in Baltimore, Maryland on April 10-11, 2026.

This year's theme is "Human-AI Collaboration: Empowerment, Agency, and Belonging." We invite proposals for talks, posters, workshops, or panel discussions that explore how human agency, empowerment, and belonging can be furthered or threatened by human-AI interactions.

Research Topics

We especially encourage presentations in the following areas

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Human-AI Interaction

  • Human-AI interaction in real application domains
  • Types and models of agents and agency
  • Collaborative intelligence frameworks
  • Human empowerment through AI
  • Preserving human agency in automated systems
02

Healthcare & Diagnostics

  • AI-assisted medical diagnostics
  • Human-AI collaboration in healthcare
  • Patient agency and empowerment
  • Equitable health AI systems
  • Clinical decision support systems
03

Education & Learning

  • K-12, College, and Graduate Education AI
  • AI tutoring and personalized learning
  • Student agency in AI-enhanced education
  • Educational equity through AI
  • Teacher-AI collaboration models
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Legal & Judicial Support

  • Legal landscape of human-AI collaboration
  • Judicial support systems
  • Human rights in AI decision-making
  • Legal frameworks for AI agency
  • Accountability in AI-assisted justice
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Agriculture & Robotics

  • Generative Farming and smart agriculture
  • Human-robot collaboration
  • Agricultural AI for food security
  • Robotics and human agency
  • Autonomous systems in farming
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Arts, Culture & Society

  • AI in the Arts: Authorship and Originality
  • Copyright and creative AI
  • Cultural implications of AI
  • Therapy and Cyberpsychology
  • Fostering belonging through AI

Abstract Submission Guidelines

Submit your abstract for talks, posters, workshops, or panel discussions

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Talks

  • 20-minute presentations
  • Original research or insights
  • Q&A session included
  • Abstract: 300-500 words
  • Include co-authors if applicable
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Posters

  • Visual presentation format
  • Work-in-progress welcome
  • Interactive discussion sessions
  • Abstract: 200-300 words
  • Poster session networking
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Workshops/Panels

  • 60-90 minute sessions
  • Interactive format encouraged
  • Multiple presenters welcome
  • Abstract: 500-750 words
  • Include session objectives
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Submission Requirements

Abstract Components

  • Clear title and presentation type
  • Corresponding author details
  • Co-authors list (if applicable)
  • Abstract text (word limit varies by type)
  • Keywords (3-5 terms)

Important Notes

  • Submissions by corresponding author
  • All correspondence to lead author
  • Acceptances sent to submitter only
  • Questions: jaywilliam.honenberger@morgan.edu
  • Deadline: November 17, 2025 at 11:59pm AOE
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Abstract Submission Portal

Submissions are due by Monday, November 17, 2025 at 11:59pm AOE (Anywhere On Earth)

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Review Process

Rigorous evaluation ensuring quality and impact

01

Double-Blind Review

Each submission reviewed by at least 3 experts in the field

02

Fairness Focus

Special attention to ethical considerations and societal impact

03

Constructive Feedback

Detailed reviews to help authors improve their work

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Best Paper Awards

Recognition for outstanding contributions to equitable AI

Special Tracks

Specialized submission categories for diverse perspectives

01

Student Research Track

Dedicated track for undergraduate and graduate student research with mentorship opportunities

  • Reduced page requirements
  • Student poster session
  • Mentorship matching program
  • Student travel support available
02

Industry Experience Track

Real-world case studies and industry applications of equitable AI

  • Practical implementation insights
  • Lessons learned from deployment
  • Business impact analysis
  • Regulatory compliance experiences
03

Community Impact Track

Community-engaged research and grassroots AI initiatives

  • Community-based participatory research
  • Local AI impact studies
  • Digital divide research
  • Community-driven solutions