(Topics include but are not limited to)
Topic 1: Algorithms
computational intelligence 
Algorithm optimization
Edge computing
mobile computing 
High performance and grid computing
software engineering
distributed system 
genetic algorithm
neural network
Ant colony
Computability theory
evolutionary algorithms
Graph exploration algorithm
numerical analysis
Quantum computing
Sorting algorithm
search algorithm 
Fuzzy computation
Topic 2: Image Processing
Image and video encoding and transmission
Deep Learning for Images and Videos
Computational imaging
visualization
Optical signal processing
Image acquisition
Pattern recognition and analysis
image compression 
Image processing architecture
Document Image Processing
Real time signal processing
Image restoration and enhancement
Facial recognition
Cloud and edge computing Security
image transmission 
Range image processing
three-dimensional reconstruction
Image segmentation and region recognition
Image storage, retrieval, and authentication
Image and video perception and quality model
digital signal processing 
Deep Learning and Neural Networks
Topic Three: Virtual Reality
System components
Virtual Reality Platform
AI platform for VR/AR
Data generation, manipulation, analysis, and validation
Generation/optimization of immersive environments and virtual worlds, and rendering of reality
VR modeling and simulation technology
VR display, tracking, and sensing technology
Perception and Cognitive Technologies in VR
Graphics Technology in VR/AR/MR
Multi channel technologies such as tactile and auditory senses
Virtual avatar and behavior modeling
3D interface modeling technology
Distributed Virtual World