TRAIL Research Camp on AI at UNIL
TRAIL is a unique opportunity to work on multi-institutional projects, bridge the gap between STEM and SSH and develop reusable AI "bricks" with real-world impact. Whether you are looking to apply your expertise or learn new methodologies, there is a place for you.
The TRAIL Research Camp (TReC) at UNIL is fast approaching and it’s time to move from theory to action! We are looking for motivated researchers to join the selected AI projects for a high-intensity, hands-on collaborative experience.
Here is how you can get involved and find your perfect project match:
🔍 1. Explore & Express Interest
All selected TReC projects are published on the TRAIL Website.
Browse: Review the challenges and objectives of each project.
Connect: You have the opportunity to request to join your preferred teams directly through the platform. This is your chance to secure a spot in a project that aligns with your expertise.
🎤 2. Project Pitches & Team Building (June 8, 9:00 to 12:30 CET)
Mark your calendars for the morning of June 8! We will host a dedicated online Matchmaking session where:
Project Leaders will pitch: Hear the vision and goals of each project in person.
Q&A: Ask the leaders specific questions about their methodology and technical stacks.
Team Building: Finalize your team membership and meet your future collaborators.
💡 Why Participate?
TReC is a unique opportunity to work on multi-institutional projects, bridge the gap between STEM and SSH and develop reusable AI "bricks" with real-world impact. Whether you are looking to apply your expertise or learn new methodologies, there is a place for you.
Who can participate ?
Participation is open to PhD students and postdoctoral researchers on a first-come, first-served basis, with priority for applicants from partner institutions (TRAIL, UNIL, CIVIS). Master’s students and non-academic participants are also eligible, subject to remaining capacity.
Save the dates:
- June 8 (9:00 to 12:30 CET): Pitch session and team building.
- June 30 (17:00 CET): final registration deadline.
- August 24 - September 4 : Research Camp at UNIL.
We look forward to seeing the AI research community in action!
NOTA BENE: This activity is not part of CIVIS2 Erasmus+ project, and selected candidates will be required to cover the costs of their mobility to Lausanne using their own funds.
Depending on funding availability, the TRAIL organisers could provide partial support for the accommodation costs of two CIVIS researchers.
Practical Details
- Hosting university: Université de Lausanne
- Organising Universities: Université libre de Bruxelles, Université de Lausanne
- Course format : On-site
- Course language: English
- Date: From 24/082026 to 04/09/2026
Speakers
TRAIL brings together researchers working on AI within the five universities of the Walloon-Brussels Federation and four Accredited Research Centres and whose research activities are in line with the vision of the TRAIL ecosystem.