Thursday 20 November until Friday 21 November, 2025at 09:00 - 16:00
Vardagsrummet, Umeå University
TAIGA Days 2025
20–21 November 2025 | Umeå University
This November, we invite you to two days of open and collaborative discussions on how AI could and is shaping society, industry, education, and the Arctic region. TAIGA Days bring together researchers, students, policymakers, and partners to spark ideas, share perspectives, and build connections across disciplines.
Day 0 – November 19
19:30–21:30 | Rotundan
Special Screening: Humans in the Loop
Kick-off the TAIGA days together with AI Policy Lab Days finale with this powerful and acclaimed documentary. Humans in the Loop offers an intimate portrait of a young data annotator in India and reveals the hidden human labor behind today’s AI. Snacks and warm drinks will be served. The 72-minute screening will be followed by a discussion on the unseen role of data workers in the AI industry. Registration is required and places are limited (via AI Policy Lab).
Day 1 – November 20
8:30–16:00 | Vardagsrummet
Each day: 8:30-9:00, Mingel and registration | 10:00–10:15, Coffee | 12:00–13:00, Lunch & Networking | 14:00–14:15, Coffee
9:00–12:00 | AI, Power, and Democracy
How does AI influence power and democracy, and how can we as researchers shape its role in society?
This session invites colleagues from across the university to take part in an open conversation, where ideas and perspectives are shared rather than just presented. The aim is to connect curious researchers and spark small initiatives that can grow into future collaborations. Register
13:00–16:00 | AI and the Arctic
How can AI help us understand and address the unique challenges and opportunities of the Arctic?
This interactive session invites researchers from across the university to share perspectives, spark new connections, and explore ideas that could grow into future collaborations. Registrer
Day 2 – November 21
8:30–16:00 | Vardagsrummet
Each day: 8:30-9:00, Mingel and registration | 10:00–10:15, Coffee | 12:00–13:00, Lunch & Networking | 14:00–14:15, Coffee
09:00–12:00 | Industry and Regional Collaboration
Parallel Sessions
How can AI support the needs of industry, healthcare, and public actors in the Umeå region?
This session brings together researchers and external partners for an open exchange of ideas, with the goal of identifying needs, building connections, and inspiring future collaborations. Registrer
09:00–12:00 | Doctoral Researchers and AI (HUM.F.214)
Parallel Sessions
This session is for students at all levels—bachelor, master’s, and PhD—who want to explore AI research at Umeå University and its connection to TAIGA’s themes. It’s a chance to meet researchers, share ideas, and discover opportunities for collaboration. The event is hosted by the TAIGA S4S (Students for Students) group. Registrer
13:00–16:00 | AI and Education
What role does AI literacy play in shaping the future of learning and skills development?
This interactive session invites voices from education and beyond to share perspectives, highlight local needs, and explore new opportunities for collaboration. Registrer
About TAIGA Days
TAIGA Days is hosted by TAIGA – Umeå University’s Centre for Transdisciplinary AI. Our goal is to foster AI research and collaboration across disciplines and sectors for the benefit of society.
Participation is free, but please register to selected sessions or the whole program.
More details will be added to this event page as the program develops.
