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SDGs Symposium 2026 – AI and Sustainability: Opportunities and Challenges for a Sustainable FutureUTokyo IFI

The 12th Asia-Pacific International Symposium on Advanced Reliability and Maintenance Modelinghttps://aparm2026.comThe 12th Asia-Pacific International Conference on Advanced Reliability and Maintenance Modeling (APARM 2026) will be held from July 1–4, 2026, in Singapore. As a premier biennial event in the Asia-Pacific region, APARM serves as an important forum for sharing the latest advancements and research findings in reliability and maintenance engineering.Reliability and maintenance technologies play a crucial role across a wide range of fields — including power systems, communication networks, transportation, cloud computing, electronic systems, buildings and infrastructure, medical and healthcare technologies, aviation, and railway systems. These technologies form the backbone of a safe, efficient, and sustainable society.The aim of APARM 2026 is to bring together researchers, engineers, and professionals from academia, industry, and government to exchange ideas, discuss challenges, and explore innovative solutions that enhance system reliability and sustainability in an increasingly complex world.We warmly invite you to join us in Singapore — a vibrant global hub known for its innovation, cultural diversity, and technological excellence — to engage in fruitful discussions and build lasting collaborations at APARM 2026.Key DatesSubmission Deadline: March 31, 2026Notification Deadline: April 30, 2026Registration Deadline: May 15, 2026Camera Ready: June 10, 2026VenueShaw Foundation Alumni House, National University of SingaporeAddress: 11 Kent Ridge Drive, Singapore 119244Call for PapersAPARM2026 (The 12th Asia-Pacific International Symposium on Advanced Reliability and Maintenance Modeling) is the biennial reliability conference in the Asia-Pacific region. Its purpose is to share advanced knowledge and information related to reliability and maintenance. Reliability and maintenance is the technology required in various fields such as power systems, communication networks, transportation, cloud computing, electronic systems, buildings and infrastructure, medical and healthcare, aviation and railway systems. It is also the foundation of a sustainable society. The goal of this symposium is to bring together reliability researchers from the Asia-Pacific region to discuss and explore solutions to the various reliability challenges facing society. Topics of interest include (but are not limited to)Manufacturing System ReliabilitySoftware Reliability & TestingCommunication SystemsReliability ModelingHuman ReliabilityBayesian ReliabilityFuzzy ReliabilityNetwork Reliability & OptimizationSafety & Risk AssessmentCyber SecuritySecurity IssuesInternet Reliability EngineeringService & ReliabilityEstimation & Statistical TestingSurvival AnalysisWarranty AnalysisResilienceComputer Systems ReliabilityDesign for Six SigmaFault Tolerant ComputingMaintenance OptimizationMaintainability & AvailabilityReliability PhysicsAccelerated Degradation TestingAccelerated Life TestingBig DataData Mining & AnalyticsDiagnosticsPredictionRemaining Life EstimationCondition MonitoringEngineering Asset ManagementMachine Health Assessment

SDGs Symposium 2026 - AI and Sustainability: Opportunities and Challenges for a Sustainable FutureWe are pleased to announce that the SDGs Symposium 2026 - Al and Sustainability: Opportunities and Challenges for a Sustainable Future will be held on 17th February 2026. The event will take place in a hybrid format, both onsite at the University of Tokyo and online. We look forward to your participation.https://www.springernature.com/gp/researchers/campaigns/sdg-symposium-2026?lid=w1nflj8nra5y&utm_source=braze&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=ACPG_NONE1_AWA1_W7_CEEV_06I8H_UTokyoSDGs25%20(SN_EN)_Variant%202&cep-id=68b66e22120a3c04ea90573aDate: Tuesday 17 February 2026Time: 14:00-17:10 JST (Symposium) 17:20-19:00 JST (Student poster session, Networking event)Venue: Ito International Hall, The University of Tokyo and Online (Zoom Webinar)Language: English (simultaneous Japanese translation)The event registration is free of charge.If you would like to request accommodations due to a disability, etc., please contact us here.Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming how we create, analyze, and act on information, driving innovation across industries and academia. It holds promise for creating sustainable solutions for optimizing resource use, improving inclusivity , and planning smart cities . Yet, AI also raises concerns . Its environmental footprint, including high energy and water consumption , remains poorly understood. Its societal risks such as widening inequalities , job losses, and biased decision-making demand urgent attention. This event aims to examine how AI can support the transition to a sustainable future and the achievement of the SDGs , while minimizing negative impacts. Discussions will focus on how to leverage AI’s potential to tackle sustainability challenges and create sustainable solutions, but also how to ensure transparency, inclusivity, and equity.Join leading researchers and students to engage in dynamic dialogue on AI’s role in shaping a sustainable and equitable society.

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