The explosion of Large Language Models, particularly auto-regressive as agents serving as chatbots, generative search and work automating tools, has also brought with it inherent limitations. We posit that efforts to alleviate these LLM challenges – hallucinations, unpredictability outputs, lack of transparency and difficulties in customization cannot be solved through algorithmic improvements alone, but requires elevated mixed-initiative interface design that is at the heart of the IUI community. We aim to bridge the gap between agent-driven automation and direct manipulation by exploring mixed-initiative interaction models that blend the strengths of both paradigms to empower end-users that seek to harness LLMs. 

Submission Guidelines

All papers must be original and not simultaneously submitted to another journal or conference. The following paper categories are welcome:

Papers & Demos

Please format your paper or demo submission using the CEUR single-column template. The submission must be a minimum of 5 pages and a maximum of 10 pages for publication in CEUR. Please check the below link for detailed formatting guidelines.

CEUR Guidelines  CEUR Template

Poster

We also welcome submissions of two-page extended abstracts for our poster session. Please note that these abstracts will not be included in the CEUR proceedings. Formatting should follow the same CEUR guidelines as outlined above.

List of Topics

We particularly welcome contributions that explore innovative approaches combining agent-based interfaces with direct manipulation techniques. This includes, but is not limited to, work in areas such as: 

• Mixed-Initiative Interaction Design for LLMs
• Explainable and Transparent AI (XAI) for LLMs 
• Human-AI Collaboration and Control in Creative Tasks 
• Adaptive and Personalized Interfaces for AI Systems 
• Evaluation of Mixed-Initiative LLM Interfaces 

Organizers

• Karthik Dinakar, Pienso Inc 
• Henry Lieberman, MIT CSAIL 
• Meng-Hsin Wu, Pienso Inc 

Publication

Accepted papers will be published according to the ACM IUI 2025 Workshop and tutorial publication rules (CEUR-WS in previous years). 

Contact

All questions about submissions should be emailed to sonia@pienso.com