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AI+ EXPO
2026

Exploring the Future of Technology
with GW's Leading Innovators

May 7 – 9, 2026
9:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Walter E. Washington Convention Center
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18K
Attendees
3
Days
13
GW Groups
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About the Event

What is the
AI+ EXPO?

Join 18,000 innovators from across industry, academia, and government to build the future of technology. Hosted by the Special Competitive Studies Project (SCSP), the AI+ EXPO is a premier convening space for the next generation of AI leaders.

Google Microsoft Meta OpenAI DOD DOE NSF + more exhibitors
  • 01
    Discover Cutting-Edge Tech Leading sponsors will exhibit exciting new projects across AI, defense, and research.
  • 02
    Network Meet the people shaping AI in industry, policy, and research.
  • 03
    Explore Applications See real-world AI across healthcare, defense, and society.
  • 04
    Advance Your Career Find collaborators, internships, and career pathways.
  • 05
    Engage Locally Connect with the GW Trustworthy AI Initiative and see what student and faculty innovators are building.
GW Innovator Showcase

Schedule

Come support local research. Below is the full schedule of GW laboratories and organizations demonstrating their technologies across all three days.

Day 1 — Thursday, May 7th
Time
Lab / Organization
Activity
Contact
9:00–10:00 AM
CSPRI
Forum
TBD
Costis Toregas
[email protected]
10:00–11:00 AM
CSPRI
Forum
AI Forum Poll
Costis Toregas
[email protected]
11:00 AM–1:00 PM
Flight Dynamics & Control Lab
Demo
Research Demo — Dr. Taeyoung Lee
Ben & Maneesha
[email protected]
[email protected]
1:00–2:00 PM
GW Trustworthy AI Institute
Q&A
Director Zoe Q&A
Aidan Furlong
[email protected]
2:00–4:00 PM
LeBlanc Lab
Showcase
Printer Showcase
Sumner Gubisch
[email protected]
4:00–5:00 PM
Nagel Lab
Talk
Nuclear Power Talk
David Nagel
[email protected]
Participating Labs & Organizations

Who You'll Meet

Thirteen GW labs, institutes, and student organizations are exhibiting across the three days — spanning AI, robotics, energy, surgery, policy, and law.

13 Groups
01
CSPRI
Cyber Security and Privacy Research Institute
Promotes interdisciplinary research, dialogue, and education around cybersecurity, privacy, cyber risk, and technology policy. At AI+EXPO, CSPRI will help frame AI as both a cybersecurity opportunity and a governance challenge.
Visit site
02
Flight Dynamics & Control Laboratory
Dr. Taeyoung Lee
Studies dynamics, control, learning, robotics, and aerospace systems. Their booth will highlight how engineering, computation, and control theory support advanced autonomous and aerial systems.
Visit site
03
GW Trustworthy AI Institute
Trustworthy AI in Systems & Society
Brings together researchers, students, industry partners, and practitioners to advance trustworthy AI. Their Q&A sessions showcase GW's interdisciplinary approach to building AI that is reliable, responsible, and grounded in real-world deployment.
Visit site
04
LeBlanc Lab
Advanced Materials, Energy Conversion & Nanomanufacturing
Creates energy conversion technologies using advanced materials and manufacturing techniques, including scalable nanomanufacturing and energy systems research. Their printer showcase connects hands-on manufacturing with sustainable energy.
Visit site
05
Nagel Lab
Dr. David Nagel — Nuclear Power & Emerging Energy
Research includes low energy nuclear reactions, solar cell noise, and clean energy technologies. The nuclear power talk introduces attendees to emerging energy systems and the scientific challenges behind next-generation power production.
Visit site
06
Assistive Robotics & Tele-Medicine Lab
Dr. Chung Hyuk Park (ART-Med)
Develops human-centered robotic intelligence by integrating machine learning, computer vision, haptics, telepresence, and human-robot interaction. Robotics and EEG demos show how AI supports healthcare, rehabilitation, and medical assistance.
Visit site
07
Systems Modeling Laboratory for Economic Decisions
Dr. Ekundayo Shittu
Uses systems engineering, optimization, decision science, and economic modeling to study energy, climate, technology adoption, and policy under uncertainty. Their poster shows how quantitative models help leaders make better technology decisions.
Visit site
08
The Catalyst Magazine
Student-Run STEM Magazine, Washington D.C.
Tells stories about science, technology, engineering, medicine, and innovation. Our showcase highlights how student journalists make research more accessible and connect scientists with the broader public.
Visit site
09
GW AI Law Forum
Law, Policy & the Future of Legal Practice
Brings students and professionals together to explore AI tools, legal regulations, policy frameworks, and the future of legal practice. Interactive ethics and debate sessions help attendees think through legal and moral questions raised by AI.
Visit site
10
Surgical AI & Analytics
Dr. Daniel Donoho
Focuses on pediatric neurosurgery, surgical data science, computer vision, machine learning, and surgical training innovation. Suturing and demo sessions connect hands-on surgical skills with AI-enabled medical education and surgical analytics.
Visit site
11
GW LAiSER
Program on Skills, Credentials & Workforce Policy
Studies how skills, credentials, and workforce data can connect education and employment systems. Their showcase highlights how AI and data tools can map skills, improve workforce pathways, and support the future of work.
Visit site
12
Cao Lab
Dr. Weidong Cao — ML, Quantum & Computer Architecture
Research spans machine learning, quantum computing, VLSI design, emerging computer architecture, electronic design automation, and security for ML and quantum systems. Their poster shows how next-gen hardware will power future AI.
Visit site
13
Rau Lab
Multiphase Flow Transport — Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering
Studies how fluids move small particles through complex systems, with applications in sustainability, biology, oceanography, and environmental transport. The AI+EXPO demo features algae aggregation and harvesting — connecting fluid mechanics to biotechnology and sustainable manufacturing.
Visit site
Media Partnership

Partner with
The Catalyst

As an independent, student-run publication, The Catalyst Magazine amplifies the voices of STEM innovators. Exhibiting at the AI+ EXPO? We offer an exclusive Expo Media Sponsorship Package — covering your research to thousands of readers across GW and DC.

Aidan Schurr
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01
Feature Article
A dedicated write-up covering your lab's research and expo demo, published on The Catalyst Magazine website.
02
Exclusive Interview
An in-depth conversation with your lead researchers or founders, edited and published by our editorial team.
03
Social Media Spotlight
Dedicated posts across our Instagram and digital channels to boost your visibility and reach.
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