Wuhan University recently held the 16th Global TechMining Conference (GTM 2026), marking the first in-person GTM event held in Asia and attracting 438 paper submissions and over 320 experts and scholars from 17 countries and regions.

Keynote speakers included Professor Wolfgang Glanzel from KU Leuven, Belgium, who explored scientific research evolves over time and how artificial intelligence is changing research evaluation and the assessment of originality.

Professor Kazuyuki Motohashi from the University of Tokyo presented innovative measurement methods utilizing text mining to assess the impact of geopolitical factors on technological innovation and industrial collaboration.

Professor Scott Cunningham from the University of Strathclyde delved into current challenges in research evaluation paradigms, examining the core mechanisms of academic communities, knowledge dissemination, and the evolution of academic culture.

The conference featured a series of specialized forums focusing on patent data application, the frontiers of technology mining, and the construction of technology maps.

Experts and scholars from international organizations, academic journals, universities, and industries discussed theoretical innovation, methodological advancements, and policy practices.

Participants also shared insights and practical experiences in digital governance, main path analysis of technology, and corporate basic research, fostering interdisciplinary and cross-sector collaboration.

The conference organized 20 parallel sessions, featuring both long and short paper presentations, covering AI-enabled technology mining, technology convergence, and the interaction between science, technology, and policy. Over 100 academic reports and research presentations were delivered.

GTM plays a crucial role in scientometrics, technology intelligence analysis, and technology management, aiming to foster exchange and collaboration on cutting-edge technology mining, artificial intelligence, and scientometrics.