Jena, June 1, 2026 – Next Thursday, the Friedrich-Schiller-Universität Jena invites all interested citizens to an interactive dialogue on Artificial Intelligence (AI). The event offers the opportunity to try out state-of-the-art technologies directly in the city center and discuss them critically.
- What: FORUM Generale in Dialogue: “AI – Potentials and Challenges”
- When: Thursday, June 4, 2026, 4:00 PM to 7:30 PM
- Where: jena.digital, Engelplatz 8, 07743 Jena
- Admission: Free of charge, no prior registration required
The Program: Hands-on AI
The meeting combines scientific theory and practical application. The afternoon’s schedule is designed to lower the threshold for this key technology:
- Project Presentations (from 4:00 PM): Presentation of six specific AI projects from the Jena region, focusing on solutions for the environment, health, everyday life, and public administration.
- Interactive Marketplace: At numerous information stands, visitors can experience AI systems in action through posters and live demonstrations and engage in direct conversation with the developers.
- Panel Discussion: A concluding round highlights the ethical boundaries, opportunities, and future challenges of Artificial Intelligence.
Significance of the Technology for Jena as a Location
In recent years, Jena has developed into a significant center for digitalization and AI research in Thüringen. Through the close linking of traditional optics and photonics expertise with modern software development, innovative applications are emerging in the Saalestadt, which are used, for example, in medical diagnostics or environmental monitoring. Events like the FORUM Generale help to make these developments transparent and tangible for the city’s society.
🎭 Culture & City Life: Engelplatz as a Stage for Innovation
With the choice of the venue at jena.digital at Engelplatz, science moves into the heart of Jena’s urban life. The jena.digital network acts as an important interface between the Friedrich-Schiller-Universität, regional companies, and the city administration to actively shape digital change in Jena.
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Uni Jena lädt zum Dialog über Künstliche Intelligenz ein
Transparency Note: This article was created automatically, editorially reviewed, and expanded with AI support.