Curiosity,

Information Seeking,

& Exploration

About

Curiosity, information seeking, and exploration (CISE) are central aspects of cognition, driving learning, decision-making, and creativity. Although this has long been recognized, how we seek information has only recently become a topic of scientific research. Recent advances in experimental design, modelling, and generative AI present a unique opportunity to address fundamental questions about the mechanisms and dynamics of information-seeking behavior. Now, the field is expanding rapidly across fields including psychology, neuroscience, ecology, economics, and computer science.

The CISE conference aims to establish a community of researchers at the cutting edge of developments in a range of approaches to understanding curiosity, information seeking and exploration. This event will bring together interdisciplinary researchers through talks and poster presentations, to catalyze knowledge exchange and integration across disciplines.