Timely AI Advancements and Interdisciplinary Synergies for Intelligent Modeling

Dear Colleagues,

This joint Special Issue, in collaboration with the 27th International Conference on Engineering Applications and Advances of Artificial Intelligence (EAAAI 2026, ex EANN) and the 22nd International Conference on Artificial Intelligence Applications and Innovations (AIAI 2026), aims to consolidate cutting-edge research that bridges AI theory, practical engineering deployment, and interdisciplinary innovation—core themes shared by both prestigious conferences.

Reflecting the scope of both conferences, this issue invites original contributions spanning: (1) theoretical innovations in AI (e.g., graph neural networks, reinforcement learning, optimization algorithms); (2) engineering/Environmental applications of AI (e.g., anomaly detection, smart transportation, cyber security using deep learning, environmental and engineering modeling); (3) interdisciplinary synergies (e.g., bioinformatics modeling, multi-agent systems for complex tasks); and (4) methodological advances in evaluating and scaling AI solutions.

We welcome expanded versions of high-impact papers from EAAAI 2026 and AIAI 2026 that demonstrate novel insights, rigorous validation, and relevance to global AI advancement, with at least a 50% increase.

Additionally, this Special Issue enthusiastically welcomes new and original contributions from researchers, academics, and industry practitioners who did not participate in the conference but whose work aligns with its thematic scope.

Prof. Dr. Lazaros Iliadis
Prof. Dr. Ilias Maglogiannis
Dr. Antonis Papaleonidas
Guest Editors

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