Association for the Advancement of Knowledge Solutions (AAKS)

Overview

The Association for the Advancement of Knowledge Solutions (AAKS) is a premier international society dedicated to uniting researchers, engineers, and scientists in the fields of artificial intelligence (AI) and knowledge engineering (KE). Since its founding in 2001—originally as Knowledge Solutions—AAKS has championed the development and deployment of knowledge-based capture technologies, knowledge-driven automation, and innovation worldwide.

Mission and Objectives

  • Foster collaboration across academia, industry, and government to advance AI and KE research.
  • Promote best practices in knowledge capture, reuse, and intellectual property management throughout the product life cycle.
  • Accelerate time-to-market for new products by reducing resource requirements and minimizing manual intervention.
  • Advocate for knowledge-based decision making and lean engineering opportunities that enhance productivity and innovation.

Publications

AAKS disseminates cutting-edge research through multiple channels:

  1. International Journal of AI and Knowledge Engineering (JAIKE)
    A quarterly, open-access, double-blind peer-reviewed journal featuring original research, application papers, and book reviews in AI, knowledge mining, acquisition, processing, and distribution.
  2. Conference Proceedings and Technical Reports
    Edited volumes showcasing the latest scientific breakthroughs and practical implementations in knowledge engineering and AI applications.

Programs and Engagement

AAKS offers a spectrum of programs designed to bridge theory and practice:

Industry Workshops and Tutorials
Hands-on sessions that guide organizations through the deployment of custom KE solutions and digital knowledge-capture tools.

Research Collaborations
Partnerships with corporate sponsors, academic institutions, and policy-making bodies to define lean engineering opportunities and conduct joint R&D projects.

Technical Sponsorships
Alliances with professional associations—such as the European Association for Artificial Intelligence (EurAI)—to extend our global reach and technical expertise.

Knowledge Transfer and Advocacy

As a leading advocate for knowledge engineering and AI technologies, AAKS promotes:

  • The critical role of digital knowledge capture in preserving intellectual assets and fostering continuous learning.
  • The integration of knowledge-capture and reuse (KCR) solutions into product life-cycle management (PLM) to drive competitiveness.
  • Management awareness of how knowledge-based decision-making enhances economic performance and innovation.

AAKS also provides forums for scientists, engineers, and policymakers to collaborate on solving pressing global challenges through knowledge-driven solutions.

Whether you are a researcher, educator, policymaker, or industry professional, AAKS invites you to join our community. Explore our programs, contribute to our publications, and help shape the future of AI and knowledge engineering.