As Xunzi once said, "When the source is clear, the stream is clear." Early-career scholars are the wellspring of scientific and technological innovation. With their courage to explore the unknown and wisdom to create new knowledge, they deliver countless inspiring breakthroughs that drive the world forward.

Staying true to its original vision and setting sail anew, the Chinese Association for Artificial Intelligence (CAAI) launched the first "Qingyuan Scholars" Forum in 2025 to foster original thinking among young scholars, create a premier platform for sharing outstanding achievements, and promote the application of cutting-edge technologies. From nearly 200 outstanding early-career scholars representing more than ten countries and regions worldwide, the inaugural forum selected fifteen "Qingyuan Scholars."

This year, the CAAI will further strengthen its support for young scholars and officially open the second call for "Qingyuan Scholars." Organized by the CAAI Youth Work Committee, the call invites outstanding early-career scholars who have achieved groundbreaking results, driven widespread applications, and demonstrated international influence to gather together. They will discuss interdisciplinary frontiers, tackle industry challenges, and foster original innovation, writing a new chapter of "AI+" with the energy of youth. The forum will also bring together seasoned scholars and industry experts who have excelled in cross-disciplinary exploration, foundational innovation, and industrial application to engage in dialogue with young scholars and share invaluable career insights.

Pursue knowledge to discover the new, and master skills to act with agility. This year's "Qingyuan Scholars" Forum solicits innovations in two categories: first, "Discovering the New" - theoretical, technical, paradigmatic, and applied innovations in AI and related interdisciplinary fields; second, "Acting with Agility" - innovations tackling practical challenges in AI deployment. Whether you come from a university, research institution, or industry, the "Qingyuan Scholars" Forum offers you a dedicated stage to present your intellectual achievements, showcase your youthful talent, and enhance your international impact.

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