What is the IEEE Computational Intelligence Society?
by Stephen M. Walker II, Co-Founder / CEO
What is the IEEE Computational Intelligence Society?
The IEEE Computational Intelligence Society (CIS) is a professional society within the IEEE that focuses on computational intelligence, a collection of biologically and linguistically motivated computational paradigms. These include the theory, design, application, and development of neural networks, connectionist systems, genetic algorithms, evolutionary programming, fuzzy systems, and hybrid intelligent systems.
Originally known as the IEEE Neural Network Council, the society changed its name to the IEEE Computational Intelligence Society to reflect the inclusion of fuzzy systems and evolutionary computation paradigms along with neural networks. This change was formally approved by the IEEE Board of Directors in February 2004.
The society sponsors various conferences, including the bi-annual IEEE World Congress on Computational Intelligence, and publishes a range of transactions and magazines. Some of the publications include the IEEE Transactions on Neural Networks and Learning Systems, IEEE Transactions on Emerging Topics in Computational Intelligence, and IEEE Transactions on Cognitive and Developmental Systems.
The society also provides scholarships for deserving undergraduate, graduate, and Ph.D. students who need financial support to carry out their research during an academic break period. It offers membership at a reduced dues rate for individuals who reside in developing countries.
The society is governed by its Constitution, Bylaws, and Operations Manual, and its activities are organized and managed by various committees. The society has a strategic planning committee with members from various universities and institutions around the world.
IEEE Computational Intelligence Society Overview
The IEEE Computational Intelligence Society (IEEE-CIS) is a branch of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) dedicated to the field of computational intelligence, a subset of artificial intelligence focusing on the creation of intelligent algorithms and systems. Since its inception in the early 1990s, IEEE-CIS has grown to include over 3,000 members across more than 100 countries.
The society's objectives include developing AI technologies to assist and augment human capabilities, solving complex problems, and enhancing our understanding of intelligent entities. To achieve these goals, IEEE-CIS engages in research to advance AI knowledge, develops new AI technologies and applications, and applies these innovations to address real-world challenges.
IEEE-CIS is known for its sponsorship of conferences and workshops, notably the International Conference on Computational Intelligence and Games (CIG), which serves as a platform for experts to share insights and foster advancements in the field.
Publications and Conferences
IEEE-CIS contributes to the AI community through various publications, including the International Journal of Artificial Intelligence, the Journal of Artificial Intelligence Research, the Artificial Intelligence Journal, and IEEE Transactions on Artificial Intelligence. These publications disseminate research findings and developments in AI.
In addition to its own events, IEEE-CIS members often participate in conferences organized by the Association for the Advancement of Artificial Intelligence (AAAI), such as the AAAI Conference on Artificial Intelligence, a leading forum for AI research. AAAI also hosts specialized conferences like the Innovative Applications of Artificial Intelligence Conference and the Symposium on Educational Advances in AI, alongside workshops and tutorials that offer a collaborative environment for researchers.