This volume presents the proceedings of the 18th International Symposium on Intelligent Data Analysis (IDA 2020), focusing on advancements in the field of intelligent data analysis. The book compiles research papers that explore novel methods and applications in data mining, machine learning, and knowledge discovery. It serves as a platform for researchers and practitioners to share their latest findings and discuss future directions in intelligent data analysis.

The proceedings of the International Symposium on Intelligent Data Analysis are typically regarded as a valuable resource for researchers and academics in the field. They offer a snapshot of current research trends and emerging methodologies. The collection of papers presented at IDA 2020 likely reflects the ongoing progress and challenges in making data analysis more intelligent and automated.