Workshop on Theory of Neuromorphic Computing

About

Neuromorphic computing is a computing paradigm inspired by biological neural systems. It is based on spiking, event-driven architectures in which memory and computation are closely integrated. Neuromorphic chips have already shown several promising advantages over conventional von Neumann architectures, particularly in terms of energy efficiency.

This workshop will explore the theoretical foundations of neuromorphic computing, with a focus on algorithms and computational complexity. Although the hardware has developed rapidly, the theory has not kept pace. Our aim is to create a forum for discussion on rigorous models of neuromorphic systems, allowing researchers to study their computational power and compare them with classical models of computation. These models must capture not only time and space, but also energy-related resources such as spikes and synaptic operations.

Venue

All talks will be held in the Ashton Lecture Room which is on the First floor of the Ashton Building, The University of Liverpool, Brownlow Street, Liverpool, L3 3GJ

The venue is a 15 minute walk from Liverpool Lime street (main train station).

Catering

There are tea/coffee and lunch is provided to registered participants.

There will be a conference dinner on the evening Time/Location TBC. All participants are welcome to attend, however non-speaking participants will have to cover the cost of their own meal.

Funding for Students

We urge all students to keep receipts for expenses as we may be able to refund some expenses after the conference.

Registration

Attendance at the Workshop on Theory of Neuromorphic Computing is free of charge. However, registration is required (deadline 3rd June 2026) to help us with logisics, and to ensure adequate arrangements for the coffee/tea breaks.

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Speakers

James B. Aimone (Sandia National Laboratories)
Online Talk

Johan Kwisthout (Radboud University Nijmegen)

Johanna Senk (Sussex)

Eleni Vasilaki (Sheffield)

Schedule

Talk Abstracts

TBC

Organisers

David Purser

John Sylvester

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