2026 International Conference on Intelligent Design and Computing (IC-IDC 2026)
wrapped up successfully in Wuhan!
From May 15 to 17, 2026, the 2026 International Conference on Intelligent Design and Computing (IC-IDC 2026) was grandly convened in Wuhan, China. Sponsored by Hubei University of Technology and organized by its School of Arts & Design, School of Digital Art Industry, School of Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence, School of Big Data and Artificial Intelligence Industry, and Hubei Design and Research Center of Cultural and Creative Industry, the conference received support from leading institutions including Zhejiang University, University of Science and Technology Beijing, Soochow University, Macau University of Science and Technology, Pusan National University, Asia Design Week, and AEIC Academic Exchange Information Center, among others.
Prof. Rao Jian delivered the welcome address
Subsequently, the conference transitioned to the keynote session. The first half of the morning program was chaired by Prof. Rao Jian, with three distinguished speakers delivering their presentations.
Prof. Jingyan Qin, Beijing University of Science and Technology
Title: Narrative Design of Interactive Generative Artificial Intelligence
Prof. Hao Tan, Hunan University
Title: Machine Behavior Design — Human Factors and Interaction Design of Intelligent Machines Oriented to Safety and Experience
Prof. Yi Lu, Beijing University of Technology
Title: Virtual-Real Symbiosis: Innovation Design Driven by Digital Intelligence
Following the tea break, the second half of the morning session was chaired by Prof. TingCai, Assistant Dean of the School of Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence at Hubei University of Technology, with three distinguished speakers delivering their presentations.
Prof.Ting Cai chaired the second half of the Keynote session.
Prof. Akos Hutter, University of Pécs
Title: Research-Led Architectural Design in Rural Heritage Contexts: Integrating Protected Built Heritage and High-Quality Natural Environments
Prof. Zhichuan Tang, Zhejiang University of Technology
Title: Research on Design Innovation of Age‑Friendly Rehabilitation Products in the Era of Artificial Intelligence
Prof. Lingyun Sun, Zhejiang University
Title: Opening the Second Golden Age of Design
On the afternoon of May 16, the conference hosted a Young Researchers Session themed "Artificial Intelligence and Generative Design." Ten young scholars from Shenyang Aerospace University, Hubei University of Technology, Zhejiang Normal University, Beijing Institute of Technology, Xi'an Polytechnic University, Jiaxing University, and the New Academy of Fine Arts delivered outstanding academic presentations on cutting-edge topics in intelligent design and generative AI, demonstrating solid research competence and innovative potential.
Subsequently, a PhD Session was held. Six doctoral candidates and PhD holders from City University of Macau, Hanyang University (Korea), Jiangnan University, Wuhan University of Technology, and Hubei University of Technology presented their latest research findings in intelligent design and computing.
During the conference, an award ceremony was also held. Following rigorous review by the organizing committee experts, the Outstanding Young Researcher Award was presented to recognize young scholars with exceptional academic innovation. AiScholar provided comprehensive technical support and service assurance throughout the event, contributing solid momentum to the smooth running of the conference.