Gecco 2026: Evolutionary Computation in Practice

Welcome to Evolutionary Computation in Practice (ECiP)

Bridging Academia and Industry in Evolutionary Computation


The Evolutionary Computation in Practice (ECiP) track at GECCO brings together world-renowned experts from academia and industry to share their insights on real-world optimization and successful collaborations. ECiP is the place to learn how evolutionary computation is applied beyond textbooks, with a focus on practical, impactful projects and industrial partnerships.


🧠 Learn from the best

Hear from speakers with decades of experience in both academic and industrial settings.

🌍 Real-world impact

Discover how evolutionary computation solves real optimization problems for clients and industry partners.

📈 Project management

Gain valuable tips for managing and executing successful projects.

🤝 Networking

Connect with experts and peers in a hybrid event format.

About GECCO

GECCO is sponsored by the Association for Computing Machinery Special Interest Group on Genetic and Evolutionary Computation (SIGEVO).

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