A full-day exploration of AT Protocol for science, education, and open knowledge. A side event to AtmosphereConf 2026 @ Vancouver, March 27, 2026
Join us for a full-day of scientific explorations on the AT Protocol.
Taking place as a side event to AtmosphereConf 2026 in Vancouver (March 27, 2026), this gathering will bring together researchers, developers, and builders who are using ATProto for science, education, and open knowledge work.
The event will feature presentations, panel discussions, project demos and an unconference. From academic researchers using Bluesky in innovative ways to new infrastructure for collaborative research and credentialing, we’ll explore how ATProto can support transformative new science applications.
Event Info
March 27, 2026
AMS Student Nest
6133 University Blvd,
Vancouver, BC V6T 1Z1,
Canada
Buy an AtmosphereConf 2026 ticket to attend ATScience 2026 in-person.
The conference pass grants access to all official main and side events, including ATScience 2026.
Want to present your work, lead a discussion, or demo your project? We’re looking for contributors across all areas of science on ATProto, from academic research to new knowledge tools or grassroots citizen science.
The call for proposals closes at the end of January. We will review and notify speakers on a rolling basis.
Do I need a ticket for ATmosphereConf to participate in the ATScience event?
Yes, for in-person attendance, a ticket to the main ATmosphereConf event is required. However, we’re planning to offer free remote attendance options for ATScience. Stay tuned for more details!
Can I present remotely at ATScience even if I’m not attending the in-person event?
Unfortunately not. We're prioritizing in-person presenters, to best take advantage of in-person time at the event.
What topics will be covered at the event?
We’ll explore a wide range of science applications on ATProto, including:
Academic research and scholarly communication on Bluesky
Infrastructure for collaborative research and peer review
Credentialing and reputation systems for researchers
Open knowledge sharing and citizen science
ATProto integrations with knowledge tools and reference managers (Obsidian, Notion, Zotero, etc)
Integrated AI and social media applications for science
Can I present my project or research?
Absolutely! We're planning presentations, panel discussions, project demos and an unconference. If you're working on science-related topics using ATProto (see question above for example relevant topics), please submit a proposal!
I'm not an academic researcher - can I still attend?
Of course! We interpret "science" broadly to include citizen scientists, independent researchers, tool builders, and anyone engaged in systematic inquiry. Whether you're developing infrastructure, building apps, or just curious about the intersection of research and decentralized protocols, you're welcome.
Will sessions be recorded?
We plan to record sessions and make them available to the community after the event. Details on recording and distribution will be announced closer to the event date.
How can I stay updated about the event?
When you register to the event, we will add you to the event mailing list for important updates. You can also follow @atproto.science on Bluesky, subscribe to our ATProto Science feed, or join the discussion on our Discourse forum.
