Conference
The event where the future of Artificial Intelligence in Paraná begins, connecting business and education.
Expertise, inspiration, and connections for those who want to lead with AI.
About the Event
IA 360°
IA 360° is the meeting point between market, leaders, academia, specialists, and society to promote the responsible and transformative use of Artificial Intelligence.
Gallery
IA 360° Moments
A selection of moments showing the energy, connections, and knowledge shared during the event.
Panel of specialists on the IA 360° main stage
Attendees in a hands-on AI activity
Opening ceremony of IA 360°
Talk on computer vision and remote sensing
Talk on the historical evolution of Artificial Intelligence
Technical presentation on Transfer Learning with VGG-19
Round table with AI ecosystem leaders
Check out IA 360° 2025
Relive the best moments, talks, and connections from last year. Get inspired for what's coming in 2026.
Objective
Present practical solutions
Real applications developed by leading market and academic references
Promote technological innovation
AI solutions that transform realities
Bring the cutting edge of the market
AI demonstrations applied to business
Showcase research projects
Ongoing research gaining visibility
Target Audience
Who should attend?
Connecting diverse professionals around AI!
Students and Researchers
AI and Data Science
Companies and Industries
from all sectors
Innovation Managers
and Digital Transformation
Entrepreneurs and Investors
Business Opportunities
Funding Agencies
and Institutional Representatives
Speakers
Meet our speakers
Professionals leading AI transformation: CEOs, directors, and researchers, bringing practical insights and success cases.
Márcio Cesar Pereira
Data and Computing Infrastructure: The Foundation for Large-Scale AI in the Public Sector
Leads AI strategy in Goiás and was instrumental in crafting the AI Legal Framework (LC nº 205/2025). Led Goiás to 1st place in the ABEP-TIC digital services ranking in 2024. Former Secretary of Development and Innovation, with BRL 200M in savings on ICT procurement.
Ana Carolina Ricciardi
What Happens When an Algorithm Built for the World Needs to Understand Brazil
PhD candidate in AI at ICMC/USP, with research in explainable AI applied to oncogenetics. AI & Data Science Lead at Grupo Fleury and researcher at A.C. Camargo Cancer Center. Co-author at the San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium 2025.
Marcelo Marques
The Deep Disruption of Business with Agentic Environments and OpenClaw
Marcelo Marques is co-founder of Rankdone, Jedai, and 4Linux, CEO of Rankdone, and a specialist in AI, Machine Learning, and innovation. Passionate about turning artificial intelligence into competitive advantage for businesses, he strategically applies AI across all companies and projects he leads. He holds an executive AI certification from MIT Sloan and works internationally as an AI Strategic Business Advisor at Intellinode.ai (USA).
Rafael Bressan
AI in Industry: From Operational Data to Real-Time Decision Making
Master's in Computer Science from UTFPR and PhD candidate in Computational Intelligence. AI Innovation Supervisor at SENAI Londrina–PR, with 25+ years in IT and 18+ years as a university professor in computing.
Marcos Agnes
The Executive Guide to Modernizing Core Business with AI
AI Strategist and CTO at Junsoft, he decodes corporate complexity to inject innovation into traditional business models. Focused on automation and scale, he transforms rigid architectures into intelligent ecosystems, turning cutting-edge technology into competitive advantage and real-world efficiency.
Alex Canziani
AI and Public Policy: The Role of the State in Digital Transformation
Secretary of SEI/Paraná, with 30 years spanning public management and innovation. Leads the Fábrica de Ideias — Latin America's largest innovation hub. Under his leadership, Paraná was recognized in 2024 as Brazil's most innovative state.
Gabriel Santos
AI in Financial Markets: How Data Is Generating Profit in Practice
Superintendent of Data & Architecture at XP Inc. Master's in AI from UFU and professor of Software Architecture at PUC-SP. Specialist in AI applied to capital markets.
Paulo Mazzoncini de Azevedo Marques
From Diagnosis to Prevention: How AI Is Anticipating Health Risks
PhD in Applied Physics from USP, with a postdoctoral fellowship at the University of Chicago. Associate Professor at FMRP/USP and principal researcher at ciaGsaude. Specialist in AI applied to medical imaging and Radiomics.
Gabriela Karoline Michelon
AI in Industry: Strategy and Adoption at Scale
PhD in Computer Science from Johannes Kepler University Linz (Austria), with a master's degree from UTFPR and a research period at UC Davis (USA). AI Program Manager at Marquardt, leading strategy, AI adoption initiatives, governance, and development of AI-based solutions to optimize internal processes. Over 10 years in project management and 20+ articles published internationally.
Alejandro C. Frery
Beyond Deep Learning: How Statistical Models Elevate AI on Complex Imagery
IEEE Fellow and professor at Victoria University of Wellington (New Zealand). Researcher in statistical modeling and complex image processing, with applications in remote sensing and medical imagery.
Alan Mössinger
AI in Critical Environments: Real Applications in Healthcare, Energy, and Regulated Industries
Specialist in deploying AI in operationally complex environments, with a focus on energy, healthcare, and regulated industries.
Joel Enrique Serey Araneda
AI in Latin American Agribusiness
PhD from USACH, researcher in precision agriculture systems using AI for smallholder farmers. Works with deep learning and Industry 4.0 technologies applied to the field.
Rodrigo Ternero Saavedra
AI in Latin American Agribusiness
PhD from USACH in Industrial Engineering, with research in dynamic systems, supply chain management, and artificial intelligence applied to agribusiness.
José Ismael Soto Gómez
AI in Latin American Agribusiness
PhD in Advanced Technology and Computer Science from Staffordshire University (UK). Professor in the Sustainable Energies Doctoral Program at USACH, with research in digital communications and signal processing.
Sebastián Aldo Gutiérrez Lillo
AI in Latin American Agribusiness
PhD in Management Sciences and researcher in IoT and AI. Professor at Universidad Mayor with 37+ publications and projects funded by ANID and CORFO.
Rafael Nicolas Fermin Cota
Building Real Enterprise Systems
Strategist with over 15 years of leadership at the intersection of Asset Management and Technology. Starting his career at the Royal Bank of Canada, he consolidated his expertise in Singapore by founding Deep Mind Capital and Euclid Technologies, integrating fundamental analysis with Data Science. Most recently, he co-led the investment in Sygnum Bank — the world's first fully regulated digital asset bank.
José Eduardo Padilha
AI in the Real World: What Is Working (and What Is Not Yet)
AI Director at SEIA/Paraná. PhD in Physics from USP with a postdoctoral fellowship at UCSB and Adjunct Professor at UFPR. Leads Transforma Paraná — the State's AI and Data Governance Ecosystem.
+ Speakers
Paper Submission
IA 360° Call for Papers
Undergraduate and graduate students are invited to submit their work for presentation at IA 360°. The best papers will be selected for oral presentation and special recognition.
Submission Tracks
Detailed description including objectives, methodology, preliminary results, and partial conclusions.
Description of practical AI applications in real-world scenarios, success cases, and innovative implementations.
Timeline
until April 30, 2026
May 10, 2026
May 14, 2026
- Undergraduate and Graduate students
- Oral presentation
- Certificate of participation
Areas of Interest
Emerging Technologies
- - Machine Learning
- - Computer Vision
- - Natural Language Processing
- - Intelligent Robotics
Practical Applications
- - AI in Healthcare
- - Industrial Applications
- - AI Ethics
- - Innovation and Business
Questions about the submission process? Get in touch through the official IA 360° channels.
Schedule
How to make the most of the event
Check out the full IA 360° schedule. Two days packed with talks, workshops, and panels with renowned AI specialists. Get ready for a transformative experience!
Day 1 — May 21, 2026
Science, Health and International Collaboration
Day 1 — May 21, 2026
Science, Health and International Collaboration
Day 2 — May 22, 2026
Market, Industry and Public Policy
Day 2 — May 22, 2026
Market, Industry and Public Policy
Tickets
Choose your Experience
Attend one or both days of IA 360. Choose the ticket that best fits your schedule — or get the Full Pass for the best value.
Day 1 Ticket
Academic focus with scientific presentations, conferences, and specialized round tables
- Conferences on AI in Industry and Healthcare
- Talks by national and international specialists
- Round table: AI in science and international collaboration
- Academic networking and coffee breaks
Day 2 Ticket
Business focus with success cases, funding opportunities, and business networking
- Round table: AI in Latin American Agribusiness
- Success cases: financial market and industry
- AI and public policy
- Innovation pitches and Hackathon awards
Full Pass
Complete experience combining academic knowledge and practical business applications
- Full access to both days
- All talks and round tables
- Academic and business networking
- Best value
2 Full Days
May 21 and 22 — access to the entire program
Networking
Connect with AI leaders, researchers, and companies
Premium Content
Talks, round tables, and real cases with specialists
Organizers
Our Partners
Meet the companies and organizations that support and make IA 360 possible, contributing to the development of the Artificial Intelligence community.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Find quick answers to the most common questions about IA 360. If you don't find your question here, please get in touch.
How can I register for the event?
Registration can be done through our official website or by contacting us directly.
What is the deadline for paper submission?
The final deadline is April 30, 2026. We recommend submitting in advance.
Does the event offer certificates?
Yes, all attendees receive a digital certificate of participation at the end of the event.
Do accepted authors get free registration?
Yes! The first author of any accepted paper receives full registration fee exemption.
Get in touch with us
How can we help you?
Have questions or need more information about the IA 360 Conference? Our team is ready to help!
Phone
(45) 2036-3601
eventos@biopark.com.br
Venue
Av. Max Planck, 3796 - Biopark, Toledo - PR (UFPR Auditorium)
