Sponsorship

We are excited to invite you to participate in and sponsor the annual ALIFE (Artificial Life) Conference in 2025, taking place in the heart of Kyoto, Japan from 6-10 October 2025.

This year’s theme is Ciphers of Life, encouraging participants to explore the many ways that life encodes information, creates internal languages, and interacts in encrypted ways with its environment. Artificial life research focuses on understanding, replicating, and extending the fundamental principles of life. Much of this research involves creating artificial systems that exhibit life-like behaviors.

Classically, these endeavors are divided into three categories: Hardware research, wetware research, and software research. At ALIFE25, the newest research in all three categories will be featured alongside artistic expressions, industry vendors, public events, and more.

The conference will feature:

Industry Technology Expo: Showcase your company’s latest technology and advancements related to artificial life. This event is free for participants and open to the public.
Networking Sessions: Connect with leading minds, prominent researchers, and emerging scientists in artificial life. Your sponsorship will showcase your commitment to the advancement of artificial life research.
Workshops & Demos: Your company has an opportunity to host hands-on ALIFE-related demonstrations and workshops.
Branding Opportunities: Visibility through branded conference materials, signage, and digital platforms.

In parallel with the ALIFE25 conference, the World Expo 2025 event will also be in Osaka. The World Expo 2025 is anticipated to bring in 28 million visitors to Osaka, which is only a short train ride away from Kyoto.

There will also be the official launch of the Artificial Life Institute in Kyoto, Japan. The Artificial Life Institute will be the only research institute in the world dedicated to solely supporting basic research in artificial life.

Sponsorship Tiers

Special Partner

￥5 million (~ $35K USD)

10 complimentary conference passes
3 x 15-minute presentation slots for software demos, project opportunities, etc. (non-peer-reviewed tracks)
Opportunity to co-host an event with the ERA (Emerging Researchers in ALife) group about careers outside of academia
Opportunity to host a hackathon, workshop, or event
Prominent booth placement
Prominent logo placement on:
– All event materials (program, tote bags, etc)
– Website
– Marketing materials
– Conference slides (for in-person and online visibility)
All public exhibition priority placement opportunity:
– Public technology expo, possibly in collaboration with World Expo Osaka 2025
– Public art exhibits
– Public Alife Worlds Exhibition
Acknowledgment during the opening and closing ceremonies

Platinum Tier

￥3 million (~ $20K USD)

5 complimentary conference passes
1 x 15-minute presentation slots for software demos, project opportunities, etc. (non-peer-reviewed tracks)
Opportunity to co-host an event with the ERA (Emerging Researchers in ALife) group about careers outside of academia
Prominent booth placement
Prominent logo placement on:
– All event materials (program, tote bags, etc)
– Website
– Marketing materials
– Conference slides (for in-person and online visibility)
All public exhibition priority placement opportunity:
– Public technology expo, possibly in collaboration with World Expo Osaka 2025
– Public art exhibits
– Public Alife Worlds Exhibition
Acknowledgment during the opening and closing ceremonies

Gold Tier

￥1 million (~ $7K USD)

1 complimentary conference pass
Opportunity to co-host an event with the ERA (Emerging Researchers in ALife) group about careers outside of academia
Booth placement
Logo placement on:
– All event materials (program, tote bags, etc)
– Website
– Marketing materials
– Conference slides (for in-person and online visibility)
Acknowledgment during the opening and closing ceremonies

Silver Tier

￥0.5 million (~ $3.5K USD)

Logo placement on:
– All event materials (program, tote bags, etc)
– Website
– Marketing materials
– Conference slides (for in-person and online visibility)
Acknowledgment during the opening and closing ceremonies

Volunteer

1 free conference pass to each volunteer
Acknowledgment during the opening and closing ceremonies

Budget Allocation

Conference Logistics: Covering venue arrangements, hybrid setup costs, staffing, and operational expenses to ensure a seamless experience for all attendees.
Diversity and Inclusion Initiatives: Funds will also support initiatives to enhance diversity within the A-Life community, including scholarships for underrepresented groups and dedicated sessions on inclusivity.
Emerging Researchers in Artificial Life: Funds will also support the ERA (Emerging Researchers in ALife) group. This is a formally established group within the International Community of Artificial Life (ISAL) that supports researchers in all fields and career stages who are interested in artificial life. This includes researchers working in academia, industry, or neither. The group provides career exploration education and opportunities within the field. It has experienced 200% growth over the last 2 years and has over 240 members.

Any remaining funds from sponsorships will be directed toward future ALIFE conferences, helping to sustain and expand the community's reach and impact.

For more details, questions, and additional ideas, please contact us at ALIFE.2025.kyoto@gmail.com.