The International Foundation for Autonomous Agents and Multiagent Systems (IFAAMAS) is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting and facilitating research and education in the field of autonomous agents and multiagent systems.
As the digital and physical worlds become increasingly interconnected, our mission is to foster a global community of scientists, engineers, and practitioners who are defining the future of agents and agentic systems.
Our Mission
IFAAMAS serves as the primary governing body for the AAMAS Conference, the flagship international event for the agents research community. Our core objectives include:
Promoting Excellence
Supporting the highest quality research in agent-based computing, from theoretical foundations to real-world applications.
Global Collaboration
Providing a platform for researchers across the globe to share insights, debate ethics, and bridge the gap between academia and industry.
Nurturing Talent
Supporting the next generation of AI researchers through doctoral consortiums, scholarships, and mentorship programs.
Standards & Advocacy
Acting as a unified voice for the multiagent systems community in the broader landscape of Artificial Intelligence.
What We Do
Beyond organizing the annual AAMAS conference, IFAAMAS plays a pivotal role in the scientific ecosystem through:
The AAMAS Conference
Managing the premier scientific conference for the multiagent systems community.
Awards & Recognition
Honoring breakthroughs with the Victor Lesser Distinguished Dissertation Award and the Influential Paper Award.
Community Support
Funding student travel grants and supporting regional agent-related workshops.
Resource Curation
Maintaining the archives of cutting-edge research and ensuring open access to foundational knowledge.
Our Community
We represent a diverse, interdisciplinary field that draws from computer science, game theory, economics, sociology, and robotics. Our members are pioneers in:
Decentralized Problem Solving
How decentralized agents can work together to solve complex tasks.
Mechanism Design
Creating rules for systems where participants act in their own self-interest.
Human-Agent Interaction
Ensuring autonomous systems are helpful, safe, and aligned with human values.
Agent-Based Modeling
Simulating complex social and economic phenomena to better understand our world.
Governance
IFAAMAS is governed by a Board of Directors composed of elected leaders and experts from the international research community. Our board members are committed to transparency, inclusivity, and the long-term growth of the field.
