AIRi@UTCN Joins Novembre Numérique 2026: “From Human to AI: Between the Lines”

AIRi@UTCN is pleased to partner with the Institut français de Cluj-Napoca for Novembre Numérique 2026, taking place from 12 to 22 November under the theme “From Human to AI: Between the Lines.”

Bringing together artists, researchers, and creative practitioners, this year's edition explores the evolving relationship between human creativity and artificial intelligence through immersive installations, generative art, audiovisual performances, and interdisciplinary discussions.

At the heart of the programme is Soft Signals, a collective exhibition curated by Gabriela Moldovan and Laurence Levasseur, featuring works by Mélanie Courtinat, Benoît Challand, Andreea Mircea, Cezar Mocan, Teodor Buruiană, and the Unda Obscura collective.

AIRi@UTCN and the Crystallize Project

A highlight of AIRi@UTCN's involvement is the presentation of Crystallize, an artistic and technological project developed through an ongoing collaboration between French artist Benoît Challand and researchers at the Technical University of Cluj-Napoca.

On Saturday, 14 November, at 17:00, Benoît Challand and Anca Mărginean, AIRi@UTCN Researcher & TUCN Professor, will present a live demonstration of Crystallize, exploring how human emotions can be translated into data, visual representations, and sculptural forms through the intersection of artistic expression and artificial intelligence.

The session will also feature Anca Goron, TUCN Alumna, who will introduce AI research activities at AVA Research.

The presentation offers an opportunity to discover how collaboration between artists and AI researchers can open new possibilities for creative experimentation and interdisciplinary research.

A Programme Connecting Art, Technology, and Society

Beyond the Crystallize presentation, Novembre Numérique features a series of events examining the creative, ethical, and social dimensions of artificial intelligence.

The programme includes the Soft Signals exhibition, an immersive audiovisual performance by Belgian artist Antoine De Schuyter, roundtable discussions on women in new media and AI's role in creative practice, as well as workshops and guided exhibition tours.

Through its participation, AIRi@UTCN supports interdisciplinary dialogue between scientific research and artistic practice, encouraging new perspectives on how artificial intelligence influences creativity, expression, and human experience.

Event Information

Dates: 12–22 November 2026 Venue: Institut français de Cluj-Napoca AIRi@UTCN Featured Session: 14 November, 17:00 – Crystallize Live Demonstration

Full programme and registration information: https://institutfrancais.ro/cluj-napoca/evenimente/de-la-om-la-ia-printre-randuri/

Novembre Numérique 2026 is organised by the Institut français de Cluj-Napoca, with support from the Institut français Paris and Orange.

Event partners include the Technical University of Cluj-Napoca, AIRi@UTCN, AVA Research, the University of Art and Design Cluj-Napoca, Edison House of Music, Asociația Fapte, Digital Interactive Arts, and the Faculty of Theatre and Film at Babeș-Bolyai University.