Beyond Silicon 2026: The Future of Computing
On April 28, 2026, the conference Beyond Silicon 2026 – The Future of Computing will take place in Nuremberg at the Fraunhofer-Institut für Integrierte Schaltungen IIS. The one-day event focuses on emerging computing paradigms that go beyond classical silicon-based architectures and explores how these technologies could shape the future of computing.
As conventional silicon-based data processing increasingly approaches its physical and economic limits, new approaches are gaining momentum. Beyond Silicon 2026 provides an interdisciplinary perspective on several promising directions in next-generation computing, including:
Through expert presentations and interactive panel discussions, the conference will explore current developments, remaining technological challenges, and possible future scenarios for these computing paradigms. The event aims to stimulate innovation, encourage strategic thinking, and create a platform for discussion around the next generation of computing technologies.
A featured presentation will be given by Dr. Axel von Arnim, Head of Neuromorphic Computing at fortiss. His talk will present recent developments in neuromorphic computing and spiking neural networks. With the emergence of commercial neuromorphic hardware, this energy- and latency-efficient technology is increasingly enabling practical applications. The presentation will highlight selected project results with strong relevance for fields such as automotive systems, robotics, telecommunications, space applications, sports, and art.
In addition, the organizers invite participants to contribute to the “From Problem to Partnership: Industry Challenge Sessions.” Organizations have the opportunity to present concrete technological or strategic challenges in short 1–2 minute pitches (maximum two per topic block). These sessions allow participants to introduce real-world problems and connect directly with experts from research and industry to exchange ideas, discuss potential solutions, and explore opportunities for collaboration.
