2018 IEEE International Work Conference on Bioinspired Intelligence (IWOBI): Conference Report.

Area of Science:

• Bioinspired Intelligence
• Transdisciplinary Research
• Computational Science

Background:

• The International Work Conference on Bioinspired Intelligence (IWOBI) aims to foster young researchers in bioinspired intelligence.
• IWOBI 2018 emphasized a transdisciplinary approach, integrating engineering, computer science, life, and health sciences.
• The conference focused on areas relevant to Costa Rican researchers and early-career scientists.

Framework:

• IWOBI 2018 introduced parallel tracks for the first time, including a regular track, a biocomputation track, and a high-performance computing (HPC) track.
• The HPC track specifically addressed applications in life and health sciences.
• The conference structure aimed to enhance knowledge exchange and research development.

Implementation:

• Two practical workshops were implemented: one on COPASI software and another on Message Passing Interface (MPI) parallel programming.
• These workshops served as key tools for training young researchers.
• Direct networking opportunities with international researchers were facilitated.

Implications:

• IWOBI 2018 successfully fostered young researchers through specialized tracks and hands-on workshops.
• The event highlighted the importance of transdisciplinary approaches in bioinspired intelligence.
• The conference provided a platform for skill development and international collaboration in computational science and life sciences.