MLCommons ML & Systems Rising Stars 2026 Application Form

Thank you for your interest in becoming a 2026 MLCommons Rising Star. Please complete this application for consideration.

Personal Information

Name(Required)
Email(Required)

CV or Resume

Accepted file types: pdf, Max. file size: 100 MB.

Background

The following questions are optional and will not be used in the review process. Your responses will be kept confidential and used solely for the purpose of improving our diversity and inclusion initiatives.
Do you identify as Hispanic or Latinx?
What is/are your racial identities? Please mark as many as apply.
Do you identify as an individual with a disability?
Please share any other aspects about your identity and background that may be relevant to this application (to the extent it is comfortable for you), including overcoming significant adversities or marginalization in your academics or career.

Personal Statement

Potential topics you can address include: your personal background and interests; your career path and future career interests; teach and service; your personal experiences engaging with diversity, equity, inclusion, and/or identity in computing.
Max. file size: 100 MB.

Research Statement

Motivations and Goals

Reference

List one reference and their email address who can speak to your research background and/or career interests. Note, your reference letter needs to submit a reference letter by March 18, 2026 AOE. Please request them to submit it via this link: https://forms.gle/RtJM2vw2yFTR5GBT6.
Reference Contact Name(Required)
Reference Email Address(Required)

Employer or Advisor

Employer or Advisors Name(Required)
Employer or Advisors email address(Required)
If selected, would your advisor be able to either fully or partially cover travel expenses?(Required)
Disclaimer: Your responses to this question will be used solely for budgetary planning and will not be considered in the review process.
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