MUJ Hosts ACIFFS-2026 International Conference on Computational Intelligence and Fuzzy Systems
Manipal University Jaipur begins ACIFFS-2026, a three-day international conference on computational intelligence and fuzzy systems featuring global experts, research presentations and academic collaborations.
Organised by the Department of Mathematics and Statistics, the conference is being held in association with IIT Guwahati, the Nelson Mandela African Institution of Science and Technology (NM-AIST), Tanzania, and the African Mathematical Union (AMU), with financial support from the Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF).
The inaugural ceremony featured eminent academicians from across the globe. Renowned researcher Prof. Ali J. Chamkha of Kuwait College of Science and Technology joined virtually as the Chief Guest, while Prof. Verdiana Grace Masanja of NM-AIST, Tanzania, attended as the Guest of Honour. The event was also graced by Prof. Swaroop Nandan Bora of IIT Guwahati and Cdr. (Dr.) Anil Rana, Pro President, Manipal University Jaipur, along with distinguished researchers, faculty members and students.
During the inaugural session, speakers highlighted the transformative role of computational intelligence, artificial intelligence and mathematical sciences in addressing complex scientific and engineering challenges. They emphasised the importance of interdisciplinary research and stronger international collaborations to advance innovation and sustainable development.
A key highlight of the ceremony was the release of the ACIFFS-2026 Conference Souvenir, which features the conference theme, scientific programme, messages from dignitaries and details of participating researchers and invited speakers.
Presenting the conference overview, Prof. Reema Jain, Program Chair of ACIFFS-2026, said the conference received an overwhelming response from the global research community, with 645 abstracts submitted from across the world. After a rigorous peer-review process, 300 high-quality research papers were selected for oral presentation during the three-day conference.
The inaugural session witnessed enthusiastic participation from researchers, academicians, industry professionals and students from India and abroad, reflecting the growing global interest in computational intelligence and fuzzy systems.
The conference highlights Manipal University Jaipur’s commitment to fostering world-class research, promoting interdisciplinary innovation and strengthening international academic partnerships. The inaugural session concluded with a vote of thanks proposed by Dr. Abdul Haseeb Ganie, Convener of ACIFFS-2026.

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