The Sixth International Knowledge Graph and Semantic Web Conference (KGSWC 2024) concluded on a high note in the beautiful city of Paris, France, hosted by Université Paris Cité. This year’s conference reaffirmed its reputation as a premier platform for advancing research, fostering collaboration, and sharing cutting-edge developments in knowledge graphs and the semantic web.
Highlights from KGSWC 2024
Inspiring Keynotes
We were privileged to host five renowned keynote speakers:
- Philipp Cimiano
- Sven Groppe
- Nathalie Aussenac-Gilles
- Pascal Hitzler
- Fabien Gandon
Their thought-provoking talks set the stage for engaging discussions on the latest trends and challenges in the field.
Outstanding Contributions
Over 20 research papers were presented, showcasing novel methodologies, tools, and applications in knowledge graphs and semantic web technologies. The diversity of topics reflected the depth and breadth of innovation in this space.
Best Paper Awards
This year’s competition was particularly strong, but two papers stood out for their excellence:
- Rie Hasegawa & Ryutaro Ichise (Tokyo): CoKGLM: Detecting Hallucinations Generated by Large Language Models via Knowledge Graph Verification
- Michael Freund, Rene Dorsch, Sebastian Schmidt, Thomas Wehr, & Andreas Harth: Enriching RDF Data with LLM-based Named Entity Recognition and Linking on Embedded Natural Language Annotations
Collaborative Networking
The event brought together participants from academia and industry, with sponsors like Ultipa, AFIA, Building Digital Twin Association, and Inria supporting the conference’s mission to bridge research and practical applications.
Unwavering Support
Special thanks to our local organizing team, led by Soror S., Sonia Guehis, and Mourad Ouziri, along with invaluable contributions from Dr. Ronak Panchal and Fatiha Saïs, for ensuring a seamless experience for all.
Looking Ahead: KGSWC 2025
While this year’s conference has ended, the journey continues. We invite you to join us for KGSWC 2025, where we’ll further explore the intersections of knowledge graphs and the semantic web.
Stay tuned for updates: kgsw.org
Let’s continue to innovate, collaborate, and shape the future of semantic technologies together.