Big Data 2026
On 24–25 September, the Linnaeus University Centre for Data Intensive Sciences and Applications (DISA) will host the 12th edition of the Big Data Conference. This year’s conference will feature several engaging satellite events, including an AI literacy workshop, a SAT symposium, and a joint track together with the Digital Transformations knowledge environment and their International Symposium on Digital Transformation.
During the conference, topics such as large language models, applied use cases, forestry, and visualization will be covered, along with plenty of opportunities to network and exchange ideas.
We welcome everyone with an interest in artificial intelligence, big data, and data-intensive applications across natural sciences, humanities, engineering, and data/IT to participate in this event!
The Big Data Conference aims to inspire you and provide an up-to-date overview of current and ongoing research within DISA, academia, and industry.
Information and the programme will be updated on an ongoing basis, so be sure to check back for the latest updates.
Registration will open in begin of May, stay tuned!
More information about the International Symposium on Digital Transformation on this webpage.
Programme
Keynotes/Speakers
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Satellitaktiviteter
SAT Symposium – Skeleton Avatar Technique for Movement Analysis in Health Promotion and Rehabilitation
Date: September 23rd
Place: Växjö
Throughout the day, researchers and experts from computer science, medicine, physiotherapy, sports science, and health technology will explore how Skeleton Avatar Technique (SAT) for movement analysis can be translated into clinical practice, prevention, and modern healthcare systems.
Programme Committee
Travel to Växjö
Check Smaland Airport's website to find a suitable flight connection.
You can reach Växjö via flights to Copenhagen Airport/Kastrup and a connecting direct train to Växjö station (approximately 2.5 hours). Travelling by train will take you to Växjö station situated in the city centre.
For travelling between Växjö Småland Airport and Linnaeus University, or Växjö city centre and Linnaeus University, taxi or bus is recommended.
Bus to campus
Bus no 4 takes you from Växjö Småland Airport to Växjö city centre where you change bus for Linnaeus University.
There are several alternatives for travelling by bus between Växjö city centre and Teleborg, where campus is situated. The best option is bus no 3 that goes directly to the university. Other alternatives are to take bus no 1 or bus no 5 to Teleborg centrum, which is located an 8–10 minute walk from the university.
All bus routes are operated by Länstrafiken Kronoberg, see link for timetables.
Accommodation
If you require accommodation during your stay in Växjö, we recommend contacting one of the hotels or hostels listed below to make a reservation.
Elite Stadshotellet
Kungsgatan 6, Box 198
352 33 Växjö
Book by email: reservation.vaxjo@elite.se
or by phone: +46 470 – 134 00
Website: Elite Stadshotellet
Elite Park Hotel
Västra Esplanaden 10
352 31 Växjö
Book by email: reservation.vaxjo@elite.se
or by phone: +46 470 – 70 22 00
Website: Elite Park Hotel
Clarion Collection Hotel Cardinal
Bäckgatan 10
352 30 Växjö
Book by email: cc.cardinal@choice.se
or by phone: +46 470 – 72 28 00
Website: Clarion Collection Hotel Cardinal
Quality Hotel Royal Corner
Liedbergsgatan 11
352 32 Växjö
Book by email: q.royalcorner@choice.se
or by phone: +46 470 – 70 10 00
Website: Quality Hotel Royal Corner
Teleborgs Slott
Slottsallén
351 96 Växjö
Book by email: info@teleborgsslott.com
or by phone: +46 470 – 34 89 80
Website: Teleborgs Slott
Hotel PM & Vänner
Västergatan 10
352 31 Växjö
Book by email: reservations@pmhotel.se
or by phone: +46 470 – 75 97 00
Website: Hotel PM & Vänner
Hotel Esplanad
Norra Esplanaden 21 A
352 31, Växjö
Book by email info@hotelesplanad.com
or by phone: +46 470 – 70 22 00
Website: Hotel Esplanad
Hotel Värend
Kungsgatan 27
352 33, Växjö
Book by email: info@hotellvarend.se
or by phone: +46 470 – 77 67 00
Website: Hotel Värend
Hotel Scandic
Hejaregatan 19
352 46 Växjö
Book by email: vaxjo@scandichotels.com
or by phone: +46 470 - 73 60 00
Website: Hotel Scandic
Öjaby Herrgård
Öjabyvägen 113
352 50 Växjö
Book by email: info@ojabyherrgard.se
or by phone: +46 470 – 70 16 20
Website: Öjaby Herrgård
Are you looking for more affordable accommodations we suggest following hotels below:
Toftastrand Hotel & Konditori
Lenhovdavägen 72
352 71 Växjö
Book by email: hotell@villavik.se
or by phone: +46 470 – 652 90
Website: Toftastrand Hotel & Konditori
Växjö Vandrarhem Evedal
L J Brandts väg 1
352 63 Växjö
Book by email: info@vaxjovandrarhem.se
or by phone: +46 470 – 630 70
Website: Växjö Vandrarhem Evedal
Skäraton
Väluddevägen 1
352 51 Växjö
Book by email: skaraton@skaraton.com or mattias@skaraton.com
or by phone: +46 70 378 00 95
Website: Skäraton
Bed and Breakfast Södra Lycke
Hagagatan 10
352 35 Växjö
You can book by a registration form via the website
or by phone: +46 70 676 65 06
Website: Bed and Breakfast Södra Lycke
A sustainable event
This conference is a sustainability-assured meeting in accordance with Linnaeus University’s guidelines for sustainable events. These guidelines are linked to the 17 global goals in Agenda 2030 and comprise the three dimensions of sustainable development: the economic, the social, and the environmental.
Learn more about Linnaeus University's sustainable events here.