The BRICS Science Academies Forum 2026 concluded at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Hyderabad, focusing on Artificial Intelligence (AI) for sustainable development and Global South cooperation.
The forum was organised by the Indian National Science Academy (INSA).
The theme was “Harnessing Artificial Intelligence (AI) for Sustainable Development and Strengthening Global South Cooperation.”
The forum discussed ethical, inclusive, and human-centric AI approaches for global challenges.
It identified five AI priority areas: advanced manufacturing, healthcare, climate change, agriculture, and disaster prediction & management.