ML Theory Workshop (SOLT 4th edition)

Wednesday, November 4, 2026 9:30 am - 4:30 pm EST (GMT -05:00)

You are invited to attend the fourth Southern Ontario Learning Theory Workshop, held at the University of Waterloo. This full-day event brings together researchers specializing in the mathematical foundations of machine learning, fostering collaboration and community among learning theorists from various institutions.

The full-day program will include:

  • Talks by Vector faculty and faculty affiliates
  • Poster session featuring students and postdoctoral researchers

Don’t miss this opportunity to connect and exchange ideas. RSVP by Monday, October 26 to secure your spot.

Tentative agenda for the day

9:00 – 9:20 a.m.
Check-in and breakfast

9:20 a.m.
Opening remarks

9:30 – 10:00 a.m.
Talk by Sivan Sabato, McMaster University

10:00 – 10:30 a.m.
Talk by Murat Erdogdu, University of Toronto

10:30 – 11:00 a.m.
Sepehr Assadi, University of Waterloo

11:00 – 11:30 a.m.
Coffee break

11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Student talks

12:30 – 2:00 p.m.
Lunch and poster session

2:00 – 3:00 p.m.
Invited keynote talk: Steve Hanneke, Purdue University

3:00 – 3:30 p.m.
Coffee break

3:30 – 4:30 p.m.
Panel discussion: Theory research in the time of AI


This workshop is open to all Vector faculty members, postdoctoral fellows, students, faculty affiliates, and researchers at Vector-affiliated universities and institutions.

Individuals outside these groups who wish to attend are welcome to email the organizers, Dr. Ruth Urner and Dr. Shai Ben-David, for more information.

Register to attend.