INTERNATIONAL SUMMER CONFERENCE 2025 (ISC25)

“Intelligent Systems & Decision Making:
Human Insights in the Era of AI”

june 19-20, 2025
UNIVERSITY OF CATANIA, SICILY (IT)
 Department of Economics and Business

Corso Italia 55, 95129 Catania (Italy)

REGISTRATION AVAILABLE SOON

EXPAND YOUR NETWORK

PUBLISH YOUR RESEARCH

Showcase your applications

BOOST YOUR COMPANY’S REPUTATION

GROW YOUR TALENT POOL

GAIN VALUABLE INSIGHTS

ATTRACT NEW COLLABORATIONS

Innovate with AI-driven decisions

Present Your Use Case

Adapt for AI and change

Boost decisions with data

Reduce risks, enhance quality

ISC MISSION
The INTERNATIONAL SUMMER CONFERENCE mission is to share knowledge and experiences in AI-driven decision-making, promote advanced research and business best practices, bridge the gap between industry and academia, and enhance strategic networking and collaboration.

WHO IT’S FOR
The ISC is designed for individuals and organizations who are eager to explore the latest advancements in decision science and technology, and understand how these innovations can influence their industries and practices. The audience includes decision-makers, industry professionals, professors and researchers, companies, public administration, academia, other organizations, as well as PhD and master’s students.

ISC25 STRUCTURE 
The event will feature a 3 roundtable discussions, 5 keynote speeches, and 3 workshops, including approximately 60 to 80 presentations. These will be complemented by 5 parallel sessions with multiple presentation stages. The sessions will cover a wide range of topics, including scientific paper presentations, as well as industry use cases and best practices.

WHAT ATTENDEES WILL LEARN 
Drive innovation in decision-making with AI-powered strategies.
Adapt organizational structures to tackle AI challenges and change management.
Enhance decision-making with data-driven insights and optimized processes.
Minimize risks, boost adaptability and improve sustainability, safety and service quality.
Gain a competitive edge and excel in risk management.

TOPICS
Mathematical Optimization
Operational Research
AI & Machine Learning
Management Science
Statistics
Robotics & Automation
Simulation & Emulation
Decision Processes Analysis and Design

SECTORS
Retail, Fashion & Luxury
Finance, Banks & Insurance
Healthcare, Pharma & Hospitals
Sustainability, Energy & Waste
Smart Cities & Communities
Production, Manufacturing & CPG
Transportation & Aviation
Logistics & Supply Chain
Marketing & Business

ISC25 ORGANIZERS

ISC25 MEDIA PARTNERS

ISC25 COMMITTEES

GENERAL COMMITTEE

Vincenzo Cutello,
University of Catania, Italy

Salvatore Greco,
University of Catania, Italy

Raffaele Cerulli,
University of Salerno, Italy

PROGRAM CHAIRS

Mario Pavone,
University of Catania, Italy

Carlos A. Coello Coello,
CINVESTAV-IPN, Mexico

El-Ghazali Talbi,
University of Lille, France

Angel A. Juan,
Universitat Politècnica de València, Spain

Giovanni Righini,
University of Milan, Italy


PROCEEDING CHAIRS

Salvatore Corrente,
University of Catania, Italy

STEERING  COMMITTEE

Raffaele Maccioni,
Decision Science Alliance, Italy

Raffaele Cerulli,
University of Salerno, Italy

Maria Cristina Caracciolo,
Decision Science Alliance, Italy

Giovanni Righini,
University of Milan, Italy

Emanuele Carpanzano,
SUPSI, Switzerland

Angel A. Juan,
Universitat Politècnica de València, Spain

Alice Noris,
SUPSI, Switzerland

Luca Lisci,
BAX Group AG, Italy

Maddalena Mazzali,
Decision Science Alliance, Italy

ORGANIZING COMMITTEE

Maddalena Mazzali,
Decision Science Alliance, Italy

Matteo Panero,
Decision Science Alliance, Italy

Mario Lepore,
University of Salerno, Italy

Elvira Plenzich,
University of Salerno, Italy

Carmine Sorgente,
University of Salerno, Italy

Francesco Zito,
University of Catania, Italy

Claudia Cavallaro,
University of Catania, Italy

Carolina Crespi,
University of Catania, Italy

Alessio Mezzina,
University of Catania, Italy

Angelo Cavallaro,
University of Catania, Italy

Silvano Zappalà,
University of Catania, Italy

Vincenza Piera Bonanno,
University of Catania, Italy

PROGRAM  COMMITTEE

Emanuele Carpanzano,
SUPSI, Switzerland

Raffaele Cerulli,
University of Salerno, Italy

Raffaele Maccioni,
Decision Science Alliance, Italy

Angel A. Juan ,
Universitat Politècnica de València, Spain

Alice Noris,
SUPSI, Switzerland

Maddalena Mazzali,
Decision Science Alliance, Italy

Alberto Ceselli,
University of Milan

Fatos Xhafa ,
Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya, Spain

David López López,
ESADE, Spain

Gian Luca Di Tanna,
SUSPSI, Switzerland

Patricia Rodrigez,
GCO Ventures

Carmine Cerrone,
Genova University

Francesco Carrabs,
Salerno University

Federico Santoro,
University of Catania, Italy


Waiting for confirmation on other nominees.

Key Takeaways: What You’ll Discover

Drive innovation in decision-making with AI-powered strategies.

Adapt organizational structures to tackle AI challenges and change management.

Enhance decision-making with data-driven insights and optimized processes.

Minimize risks, boost adaptability and improve sustainability, safety and service quality.

Gain a competitive edge and excel in risk management.

1

CALL FOR SCIENTIFIC PAPERS

If you are a researcher, industry professional or academic with innovative work in data analytics or artificial intelligence, we invite you to submit your proposal!

To submit a paper and partecipate as a speaker, purchasing a conference ticket is required.

We encourage submissions in the following paper categories:

Full Paper

NOVEL AND ORIGINAL RESEARCH CONTRIBUTIONS OF 12-15 PAGES

Short Paper

EXTENDED ABSTRACT OF NOVEL RESEARCH WORKS OF 6-11 PAGES

Abstract

EXTENDED ABSTRACT OF NOVEL RESEARCH WORKS OF 1-3 PAGES

MARCH

25

SUBMISSION
DEADLINE

MAY

15

ACCEPTANCE
NOTIFICATION

planneD tOpics & tracks
DECISION SCIENCE (DS) IN

  • Business Analytics & Artificial Intelligence

    Chair: Angel A. Juan – Universitat Politècnica de València, Spain

  • Internet of Things for Decision Science (DS)

    Chair: Fatos Xhafa – Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya, Spain and
    Federico Santoro – University of Catania, Italy

  • DS IN Marketing & Business

    Chair: David López López – ESADE, Spain

  • DS INRetail, Fashion & Luxury

    Chair: TBD

  • DS IN GENERATIVE AI

    Chair: TBD

  • DS IN Healthcare, Pharma & Hospitals

    Chair: Di Tanna Gian Luca – SUSPSI, Switzerland

  • DS IN Sustainability, Energy & Waste

    Chair: TBD

  • DS IN Risk Analysis

    Chair: TBD

  • DS IN Logistics & Supply Chain

    Chair: TBD

  • DS IN Transportation & Aviation

    Chair: TBD

  • Decision Science (DS) & Complexity

    Chair: TBD

  • AI in Corporate Strategy

    Chair: Patricia Rodrigez, GCO Ventures Manager

  • DS IN Health Care & Life Style

    Chair: TBD

  • DS IN Finance, Banks & Insurance

    Chair: TBD

  • DS IN Smart Cities & Communities

    Chair: TBD

  • DS IN Production, Manufacturing & CPG

    Chair: TBD

  • DS IN Procurement

    Chair: TBD

  • DS IN Complex Networks Management

    Chair: TBD

  • Automation & Robotics

    Chair: TBD

  • Methods and Tools

    Chair: TBD

2

CALL FOR INDUSTRIAL SPEAKERS

If you’re an industrial professional and would like to share a best practice or use case from your company, we’d love to have you as a speaker! Simply email us at [email protected] with your proposal, including a title and a brief abstract (max 10 lines).

To participate as a speaker, purchasing a conference ticket is required.

TICKETS

ACADEMICAL FEE

Reserved for professors and researchers.

  • 2 Days Conference Entry
  • Workshop Entry
  • Gala Dinner

460€

EARLY BIRD discount.

360€

INDUSTRIAL FEE

Reserved for business professionals.

  • 2 Days Conference Entry
  • Workshop Entry
  • Gala Dinner

610€

EARLY BIRD discount.

510€

STUDENT FEE

Reserved for Master Student & PhD’s.

  • 2 Days Conference Entry
  • Workshop Entry
  • Gala Dinner

270€

EARLY BIRD discount.

200€

ACCOMPANYNG FEE

Reserved for accompanying guests only.

  • 2 Days Conference Entry
  • Workshop Entry
  • Gala Dinner

260€

GALA DINNER FEE


The Gala Dinner is a highlight event designed to foster networking and provide a relaxed environment for attendees to connect outside of the conference sessions.

In addition to enjoying exquisite food and entertainment, attendees can deepen partnerships, explore new collaborations, and discuss the future of the industry in a more informal, social setting.

60€

ISC25 SPONSOR OR DSA MEMBER FEE

  • 2 Full Tickets (2-Day Conference + Workshops + Gala Dinner)
  • Access top students and PhDs for streamlined recruitment.
  • Showcase your brand with a stand and engage with professionals.
  • Display your logo on the DSA website, flyers, and social media.
  • Be a roundtable or keynote speaker at IS Conference 25.
  • Join the advertising program with IDA throughout 2025 (DSA’s official house organ).
  • … and so much more!

BECOME A SPONSOR

A 2-day event! 48 hours where you’ll be at the center of attention for professionals in the decision science market. 

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