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Latent Labs CEO, CTO of IBM, and Leading Computational Neuroscience and Computer Vision Researcher to Headline CVPR 2026

Keynotes to unveil new developments in programmable biology, quantum-centric supercomputing, and neuro-inspired AI

Los Alamitos, Calif., 14 May 2026 — Today, the 2026 Conference on Computer Vision and Pattern Recognition (CVPR) General Chairs announced the keynote speakers for this year’s event: the Chief Executive Officer & Founder of Latent Labs, the Chief Technology Officer for Quantum-Centric Supercomputing at IBM, and Professor of Cognitive & Psychological Sciences at Brown University. During the event, taking place 3-7 June at the Colorado Convention Center in Denver, Colo., U.S.A., the keynotes will unveil the newest developments and breakthroughs in programmable biology with generative artificial intelligence (AI), quantum-centric supercomputing, as well as the intersection of human vision and machine learning. These talks will complement a robust technical program that will explore the latest in AI for computer vision, novel AI architectures, agentic AI, embodied AI and robotics, multi-modal AI, wearable AI, spatial computing, generative AI, AI for science, and much more.

“The strength of CVPR lies in the depth, rigor, and breadth of its program, which continues to set the global standard for excellence in computer vision and AI research,” said Chandra Kambhamettu, Professor, Bellini College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity, and Computing at the University of South Florida, and CVPR 2026 General Co-Chair. “This year’s technical program and keynotes reflect the remarkable pace of innovation across the field, and the Program Committee is excited to bring together the latest breakthroughs and emerging ideas for the community to experience, engage with, and build upon.”

Co-sponsored by the IEEE Computer Society (CS) and the Computer Vision Foundation (CVF), CVPR 2026 keynotes will include:

  • Simon Kohl, AlphaFold co-developer and CEO & Founder of Latent Labs, on Programmable Biology: Generative AI for Molecular Design, which will explore the programmable nature of biology given the underlying advances in all-atom generative modelling, multi-modal conditioning, and agentic reasoning, and what that means for science when the starting point is no longer a library, but a prompt. (5 June, 14:45 - 15:45)
  • Jerry Chow, Chief Technology Officer for Quantum-Centric Supercomputing at IBM, speaking on Transforming Computing with Quantum-Centric Supercomputing, which will detail how quantum-centric supercomputing brings together quantum, HPC, and AI to unlock a new computational frontier beyond the reach of any technology alone. (6 June, 10:30 - 11:30)
  • Thomas Serre, Professor of Science and Professor of Cognitive & Psychological Sciences and Computer Science at Brown University, speaking on Scaling Laws vs. Neural Laws: Toward More Natural Artificial Vision, which will present new research that argues that the path to more natural artificial vision lies not in pushing scaling laws further, but in a deeper engagement with the neural laws of biological vision. (7 June, 10:30 - 11:30)

“Each year, CVPR explores and goes beyond the boundaries of what is possible in computer vision, pattern recognition, and AI,” said Dimitris N. Metaxas, Distinguished Professor of Computer Science and Biomedical Engineering at Rutgers University, and CVPR 2026 General Co-Chair. “CVPR 2026 is no exception, but this year, through its multifaceted and rigorous program, we have the opportunity to examine and witness how the intersection of AI science, computer vision, algorithms and computation begin to shape and impact scientific discovery, the future fabric of our own life, and the world. It’s these types of advances that signal a new era of discovery and innovation poised to transform industries, accelerate progress, and redefine what is possible for the world.”

For more information about the CVPR 2026 keynotes, please visit https://cvpr.thecvf.com/virtual/2026/eventlistwithbios/Invited%20Talk. To register for CVPR 2026 as a member of the press and/or request an interview with keynotes or CVPR 2026 General Chairs, visit https://cvpr.thecvf.com/Conferences/2026/MediaPass or email media@computer.org. For more information on the conference, visit https://cvpr.thecvf.com/. 

About CVPR 2026

The Conference on Computer Vision and Pattern Recognition (CVPR) is the preeminent computer vision event for new research in support of artificial intelligence (AI), computer vision, multi-modal AI, wearable AI, novel AI architectures, spatial computing, agentic AI, AI for science, embodied AI and robotics, and much more. Sponsored by the IEEE Computer Society (CS) and the Computer Vision Foundation (CVF), CVPR delivers the important advances in computer vision and pattern recognition that are expanding the frontiers of computer vision and defining the next generation of intelligent, interactive technologies. With a first-in-class technical program, including tutorials and workshops, a leading-edge, immersive expo, and robust networking opportunities, CVPR, which is annually attended by more than 10,000 scientists and engineers from across the globe, creates a one-of-a-kind opportunity for networking, recruiting, inspiration, and motivation.

CVPR 2026 takes place 3-7 June at Colorado Convention Center in Denver, Colo., U.S.A., and participants may also access sessions virtually. For more information about CVPR 2026, visit cvpr.thecvf.com.

About the Computer Vision Foundation

The Computer Vision Foundation (CVF) is a non-profit organization whose purpose is to foster and support research on all aspects of computer vision. Together with the IEEE Computer Society, it co-sponsors the two largest computer vision conferences, CVPR and the International Conference on Computer Vision (ICCV). Visit thecvf.com for more information.

About the IEEE Computer Society

Engaging computer engineers, scientists, academia, and industry professionals from all areas of computing, the IEEE Computer Society sets the standard of excellence and champions global advancements to benefit humanity.

As the IEEE Computer Society celebrates its 80th anniversary in 2026, it continues to build on its rich legacy. Through conferences, publications, and programs that bring together computer science and engineering leaders at every stage of their careers, the IEEE Computer Society empowers, shapes, and guides the future of its 375,000+ community members, as well as the greater computing community, enabling new opportunities to better serve our world. Visit computer.org for more information.