AI + Mindfulness Symposium (2nd Edition)
AI+Mindfulness Symposium . ETH Zürich
Human consciousness and the science of human-AI interaction.
📍 In person: Alumni Pavillon (MM C 78.1), ETH Zurich — a paid ticket (Full Day, Morning or Afternoon) is required for in-person attendance.
💻 Online: via Zoom, free with registration (Online Access ticket). The joining link is available to registered guests on Luma.
Part of the Zurich AI Festival 2026, this is the 2nd edition of the AI + Mindfulness Symposium, bringing together researchers, practitioners and contemplative communities to explore how AI and mindfulness can support a healthier, more connected society and planet.
The day opens with a guided tea ceremony and grounding meditation, followed by keynote talks, research sessions, and a panel on "AI, Mindfulness & Planetary Health" co-created with UZH.ai, the Center for Law and Economics at ETH Zurich, the World Meditation Foundation, and The BRIDGE Lab.
Organized by World Meditation Foundation, in partnership with ETH Zurich, University of Zurich (UZH.ai), and Mindful Peace International.
The day will also launch Light Up the World with mindfulness and meditation, inviting people everywhere to gather in meditation on 21 December 2026, the United Nations' World Meditation Day. One of the venues will be at ETH Zurich.
Programme highlights
Human Rights, Well-Being and Contemplative Practices in the Age of AI — Mara Arizaga, Head, OHCHR Well-Being Unit, with reflections from OHCHR’s United & Present – Global Solutions from Within initiative
The Difference between AI and Human Intelligence: A Perspective from the Practice of Meditation — Dr. Zhenbao Jin, World Meditation Foundation
Panel: AI, Mindfulness & Planetary Health — hosted by the University of Zurich · UZH.ai Center
Research Paper Session — speakers from Universitat de Barcelona, Bocconi University, Brown University, UCSF, Stanford University and the University of East-West Medicine
White Paper Introduction — Prof. Dr. Elliott Ash (ETH Zurich) & Dr. Zhenbao Jin
Tickets: choose a morning session, afternoon session, or full-day pass (lunch included). Regular and student pricing available - see ticket options above.
Full Agenda (PDF)