AI: From Code to Consequences | Murphy-Tulane Research Symposium
This 2-day event brings together experts, thought leaders, and policy planners from across the country to explore the current state of AI across society, law, science, and policy.
Day 2 (Saturday, April 18) - Steven and Jann Paul Hall for Science and Engineering, Tulane University.
A.B. Freeman School of Business
Tulane School of Architecture and Built Environment
Tulane Law School
Tulane School of Professional Advancement
Tulane's Connolly Alexander Institute for Data Science
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The Murphy Institute is thrilled to announce the Spring 2026 research symposium, “AI: From Code to Consequences,” on Friday, April 17 and Saturday, April 18. This two-day event is free and open to the public and will explore the multidisciplinary aspects of AI across society, law, science, and policy. Featuring keynotes from Michael Littman and Jon Krohn, the symposium will shed light on these transformative technologies and how they are fundamentally (re)shaping our society.
This event is proudly hosted by The Murphy Institute, in partnership with:
- Tulane School of Science and Engineering
- A.B. Freeman School of Business
- Tulane School of Architecture and Built Environment
- Tulane Law
- Tulane School of Professional Advancement
- Tulane's Connolly Alexander Institute for Data Science
Registration is encouraged but not required.
Symposium Details and Registration
For the convenience of Tulane students, staff, and faculty, shuttles are available between the Diboll Parking Garage and NOCHI on Friday.
Description
The emergence of Artificial Intelligence (AI) – including both generative and traditional methodologies – is rapidly transforming the foundations of our daily life. This technology mediates everything from economic policy and scientific discovery to legal frameworks and personal decision-making.
AI, and the broader digital revolution we've been enmeshed in for the last 75 years, has undeniably made us more connected, yet it has also created new challenges and barriers between us. This multidisciplinary symposium will address the essential questions raised by this transformation: "What is the current state of these technologies, and how can we guide their adoption and use toward a more equitable and beneficial future?"
Day One
Friday, April 17, 2026
11:00–5:30 PM (reception to follow)
New Orleans Culinary and Hospitality Institute (NOCHI)
725 Howard Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70130
Keynotes and panel discussions from more than a dozen experts, thought leaders, and policy makers will delve into the latest research.
- Opening Keynote: "The Good, the Bad, and the Ugl-AI" (Michael Littman)
- Closing Keynote: "Agentic AI: Don’t Panic! … But Be Prepared" (Jon Krohn)
- Panel 1: "What is AI? A Multidisciplinary Perspective"
- Panel 2: "AI and the Labor Market"
- Panel 3: "Responsible and Ethical AI"
Day Two
Saturday, April 18, 2026
9:00–12:45 PM
Steven and Jann Paul Hall for Science and Engineering
Tulane University, Uptown Campus (Building #16)
Designed to complement the broader discussions of the first day, these focused sessions bring together an interdisciplinary group of scholars and experts for a deeper dive into selected aspects of AI to foster dialogue across diverse perspectives and disciplines.
- Session 1: "Smart Cities"
- Session 2: " AI and the National Security State"
- Session 3: AI Coding Revolution"
- Session 4: "AI and the Future of Your Mind"
- Session 5: "Do the Boring Stuff to Make Open Source AI Win"
