Overview
This editorial highlights the upcoming Multimodal Algorithmic Reasoning Workshop (MAR) at NeurIPS 2025, scheduled for December 6 or 7, 2025, in San Diego. This workshop aims to explore the intersection of multimodal machine learning and cognitive science, focusing on the reasoning capabilities of AI systems. As large AI frameworks continue to evolve, this workshop serves as a platform for discussing their implications and limitations in achieving human-like understanding.
Background & Relevance
The field of multimodal algorithmic reasoning is crucial as it addresses how AI systems can integrate and reason with information from various modalities. This area is gaining traction due to the rapid advancements in AI capabilities that challenge traditional notions of intelligence. Understanding how these systems can solve complex problems through multimodal reasoning is essential for the future of AI development and its applications across various domains.
Key Details
- Workshop Dates: December 6 or 7, 2025
- Location: San Diego, California
- Submission Deadline: August 31, 2025 (AoE)
- Final Decision Notification: September 22, 2025
- Camera Ready Submission: November 3, 2025 (tentative)
- Website: MAR Workshop
Eligibility & Participation
This workshop invites contributions from researchers and practitioners in the field of AI and machine learning. It targets individuals interested in advancing the understanding of multimodal reasoning and its applications. Participants are encouraged to submit original, high-quality research papers that contribute to the workshop’s themes.
Submission or Application Guidelines
- All submissions must be original and unpublished works.
- Submissions should be made via the workshop’s CMT website: CMT Submission.
- Papers must be in PDF format and adhere to the provided submission style, which can be found here.
- The length of submissions should not exceed four pages, excluding references.
- An optional appendix may be included, with a maximum size of 50MB, submitted by the same deadline.
- All submissions should maintain author anonymity and follow NeurIPS guidelines for double-blind review.
- Accepted papers will be presented in various formats, including oral, spotlight, or poster presentations, with at least one author required to present in person.
- Accepted papers will be publicly accessible on the workshop website after the camera-ready deadline but will not have archival proceedings.
- Authors are expected to serve as reviewers for other submissions if needed.
More Information
The MAR workshop is positioned at the forefront of research exploring the capabilities and limitations of AI in multimodal contexts. This workshop will delve into topics such as algorithmic reasoning, comparisons between AI and human cognition, and the development of new architectures for visual reasoning. Engaging with these themes is vital for advancing the field of AI and understanding its implications for future technologies.
Conclusion
Researchers and practitioners in the AI community are encouraged to participate in this workshop by submitting their contributions. This is an excellent opportunity to engage with leading experts and explore the critical challenges in multimodal algorithmic reasoning. For further details, please visit the workshop website and consider submitting your work by the deadline.
Category: CFP & Deadlines
Tags: multimodal ai, algorithmic reasoning, neurips 2025, machine learning, artificial intelligence, cognitive science, deep learning, computer vision, nlp, human-computer interaction, neuroscience, agentic ai
