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  • Lecture series in the ELLIS network

    Lecture series in the ELLIS network

    Find an overview of the different initiatives below and visit the units’ web pages for more information on upcoming sessions. Many of the talks can be joined online.

    Unit Stuttgart

    The ELLIS Unit in Stuttgart regularly invites outstanding scientists to present their latest research projects. Learn more about past and upcoming sessions and about how to join them here.

    Unit Alicante

    With the Distinguished Speaker Series, ELLIS Alicante invites top AI researchers from around the world to present their work to the team of ELLIS Alicante. In collaboration with the University of Alicante, the event is open to any student and researcher of the university. Find all the details here.

    Unit Cambridge

    The Cambridge ELLIS Unit Seminar Series holds talks by leading researchers in the area of machine learning and AI. Learn more about upcoming sessions here.

    Unit Helsinki

    The distinguished lecture series organized by the ELLIS Unit in Helsinki is open for everyone and can be joined online. Find all information and registration details here.

    Unit Jena

    The ELLIS Unit Jena organizes the AI4Good hosted online webinar series “AI for Earth and Sustainability Science”. The series highlights seminal and recent progress in AI-enabled modelling and understanding of the Earth system from local to global scale and AI-science based diagnosis, prediction, and remedy of environmental crises. Interdisciplinary researchers from academia, industry, UN and government agencies as well as NGOs will talk about tackling systemic real-world challenges with AI, including disaster risk reduction and preparedness, environmental degradation, climate change, societal impacts and dynamics, and the sustainable and responsible use of natural resources such as water and energy. The webinar series is curated by the ELLIS Unit Jena and the ELLIS Program “Machine Learning for Earth and Climate Sciences”.

    Unit Lisbon

    The ELLIS Lisbon & Unbabel seminars on Machine Learning and Natural Language Processing, organised jointly by members of the ELLIS Unit Lisbon & Portuguese translation start-up Unbabel, aim to provide, on a regular basis, an outlet for discussion of the latest research on Machine Learning and Natural Language Processing by researchers and students from all over the world. The seminars are open to all and streamed online. Find all details and information here.

    Unit Munich

    The Munich AI Lectures are a joint initiative of the ELLIS Unit Munich, the Munich Center for Machine Learning (MCML), the Munich Data Science Institute (MDSI) at TUM, the Center for Advanced Studies (CAS) at LMU, and the Konrad Zuse School of Excellence in Reliable AI (relAI). On a monthly basis, they invite top-level AI researchers to give the audience a glimpse into their work and the future of AI. Join them for the next sessions here.

    ELLIS Student & Postdoc Reading Groups

    As part of its educational activities, ELLIS aims to connect PhDs and postdocs in the network and supports them in creating opportunities to discuss science. Currently, two student-led reading groups on machine learning-related topics (Human-Centric Machine Learning & Mathematics of Deep Learning) meet regularly to discuss a paper the group previously voted on. ELLIS Reading Groups are initiated and organized by ELLIS PhD students and postdocs across Europe. Take a look at this page for details and upcoming sessions.

    Artificial Intelligence Doctoral Academy (AIDA)

    AIDA, the Artificial Intelligence Doctoral Academy, has been created to nurture a new generation of AI talent by offering knowledge and expertise in AI through educational and training activities. It’s a joint initiative of the EU-funded projects ELISE, AI4media, VISION, HUMANE AI and TAILOR. ELLIS Fellows often participate in the AIDA AI Excellence Lecture Series. Find a list of upcoming sessions here and an overview of past sessions here.

  • Brave Conversations Stuttgart 2024

    Brave Conversations Stuttgart 2024

    When?

    May 21, 2024, 9:00–13:00 CEST

    Where?

    Room 00.150

    University of Stuttgart

    Universitätsstraße 34

    70569 Stuttgart, Vaihingen

    Germany

    Brave Conversations Stuttgart 2024 takes place within the context of a world undergoing significant social, political, and technological change:

      • 2024 is the year which seems the most number of human beings participating in ‘democratic’ elections, something that has been described as an ‘election extravaganza’. Read more.
      • Technology companies are releasing more and more powerful Large Language Models and Machine Learning systems and Intelligent Agents. Read more.
      • They are also rapidly developing and releasing new ways of interacting with technologies such as Augmented Reality. Read more.
      • Social Media companies are under increasing scrutiny by governments and regulatory authorities around online safety. Read more.
      • Progress on human longevity is becoming increasingly interesting with progress being made on the Science of Ageing. Read more.
      • It is hoped that renewable energy sources will achieve one-third of global power generation in 2024. Read more.

    Within all of these themes perhaps the most important is not the technological advances, but what the implications are for humans and the human systems within which we live. This is what Brave Conversations seeks to explore. We can’t go down every rabbit hole but we can peek into a few and see if we can draw out themes that impact each of us in our daily lives, to explore how we can retain our humanity and our agency in the Age of Smart Machines.

    We will be exploring

      • What is the definition of a human in the Age of the Smart Machine?
      • What is the role of a human in this Age of the Smart Machine?
      • How do we retain our humanity whilst harnessing the power of Smart Machines to improve life for all on Planet Earth?

    For more information please visit Brave Conversations and IRIS.

    Registration is free but mandatory and space is limited. If you would like to join, please register here.

    Organising Committee

    Sierra Kaiser – University of Stuttgart

    Anni Rowland-Campbell, Intersticia and Web Science Trust

  • Women in Science

    Women in Science

    Date

    Friday, March 22, 2024


    Time

    14:00


    Location

    Stuttgart, Heisenbergstr. 3, Copper Lecture Hall (2R04)

  • Tübingen AI Talk Series with Prof Niklas Boers

    Tübingen AI Talk Series with Prof Niklas Boers

     

    The Earth’s climate is a highly complex system and as such many processes and phenomena cannot be resolved in terms of fundamental physical equations, either because they are unknown or because they would be to costly to explicitly include in numerical simulations. While there is a long history of complementary, data-driven modelling approaches, recent developments in deep learning promise substantial advances.

    Here Prof. Boers presents some recent results on machine learning approaches to address several challenges in nonlinear Earth system dynamics, including the prediction of climate phenomena such as monsoon onsets or ENSO, hybrid modelling combining process-based with deep learning model components, as well as bias correction and downscaling of Earth system models with generative machine learning models.

     

    About Prof. Niklas Boers:

    Niklas Boers is professor of Earth system modelling at the Technical University of Munich, leads the Future Lab on Artificial Intelligence at the Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research, and is Honorary Professor of Mathematics at the University of Exeter. He obtained his PhD from Humboldt University Berlin and spent several years at the ENS Paris and Imperial College London. As a physicist and mathematician by training, he studies theoretical climate dynamics with a combination of physical and data-driven approaches. In his research he develops methods rooted in dynamical system theory, complexity, science, and machine learning and applies them to different problems of nonlinear dynamics, with a focus on modelling and predicting extreme events and abrupt transitions in the Earth system.

     

    Date and Time: 25.01.2024 at 11 a.m. sharp
    Location: MvL6 Lecture Hall

     

    1-on-1 Meetings and Dinner:

    Niklas Boers is available for 1-on-1 meetings during the day; sign up here.
    If you're interested in joining for dinner, please indicate your preference in the same form.

     

  • Join the global forum for AI progress at AI House Davos

    Join the global forum for AI progress at AI House Davos

    • AI House Davos will bring together leaders in industry, civil society, government, the investing community, and academics to drive the global conversation on artificial intelligence.

    • Confirmed speakers include: Yann LeCun (VP of Meta), Kay Firth-Butterfield (CEO of Good Tech Advisory), Amy Webb (CEO of Future Today Institute), Arvind Krishna (CEO of IBM), Jonas Andrulis (CEO of Aleph Alpha), Theresa May (former Prime Minister of the UK), and Christian Lindner (Germany’s Finance Minister). 

    • Cyber Valley, contributor to the AI House program, invites you to its sessions. 

    Davos, Switzerland. We are pleased to announce the upcoming opening of AI House Davos during the World Economic Forum (WEF) Annual Meeting from January 15-19, 2024. Registration for a packed calendar of events is now open on the AI House website.

    Understanding AI’s current and future capabilities has never been more important. AI will undoubtedly be the dominant discussion at this year’s WEF Annual Meeting, and AI House Davos will be a crucial global forum to bring the deepest discussions on AI to life, from how AI can benefit humankind to how world economies can provide a catalyst for sustainable innovation. 

    The AI House will bring together leaders across diverse sectors — from academics to industry, as well as government, and entrepreneurship — to facilitate deep discussions and collaboration geared toward safeguarding the future of artificial intelligence. The AI House is a dedicated platform with a multidisciplinary and multi-stakeholder approach working to address the challenges and opportunities facing the artificial intelligence ecosyste. This includes conversations surrounding responsible growth, scaling, and regulation. 

    Speakers at AI House include Yann LeCun (VP of Meta), Kay Firth-Butterfield (CEO of Good Tech Advisory), Amy Webb (CEO of Future Today Institute), Arvind Krishna (CEO of IBM), Jonas Andrulis (CEO of Aleph Alpha), Theresa May (former Prime Minister of the UK), Christian Lindner (Germany’s Finance Minister), and many more. Confirmed speakers can be found on the website.

     

    Cyber Valley events at AI House Davos

    AI House Davos events with Cyber Valley contributions

    Five major themes will be covered throughout the week. Monday will focus on the current state of AI. An Opening Ceremony will take place where the AI House initiators will discuss the activities planned for the week. On Tuesday, a dive into AI’s opportunities and risks will take place. Wednesday will focus on applications of AI. Thursday will look toward the next frontier. On Friday, the program will conclude with a review of the week and a look ahead to the future.

    Members of the press should join the waitlists for the specific sessions at AI House they wish to attend. Invitations are at the discretion of the session organizer. Press inquiries about AI House should be sent to steven.perlberg@merantix.com. 

    AI House is a joint initiative led by Merantix, ETH AI Center, Swisscom, UTokyo Institute for AI and Beyond, Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE), and G42. AI House partners and sponsors include the European Commission, European Innovation Council, European AI Forum, Automation Anywhere, EPFL, EY, TÜV AI Lab, Cyber Valley and many more. Forbes, Handelsblatt, and Devex are the media partners. 

    The AI House is perfectly positioned in the heart of the Davos promenade. Just 750 meters from the congress center, this central location ensures seamless access to all the key events in Davos. Find AI House on Promenade 68, Davos Platz.

    Faheem Ahamed, Group CMO of G42, said: “At G42, we embrace a global, inclusive approach to the future of AI. As the Initiator Partner of AI House Davos, we eagerly anticipate engaging with organizations and individuals who share our dedication to leading-edge scientific research, transformative AI applications, and effective regulation. Together, we can accelerate AI's positive impact on society and the global economy, cultivating an ecosystem that fuels innovation while steadfastly upholding ethical standards in the advancement and integration of this transformative technology.”

    Masami Hagiya, Director of UTokyo Institute for AI and Beyond, said: “As AI technologies spread, all aspects of human society are affected and need to change to build a better world. The multi-stakeholder approach of AI House is a suitable framework for discussing issues from different perspectives of human society. The panel on ‘AI Governance and Safety: G7 Hiroshima AI process’ is a typical topic involving multiple stakeholders. Also, UTokyo Institute for AI and Beyond will host ‘AI and Higher Education,’ focusing on how higher education should evolve as generative AI gradually replaces many aspects of human intelligence. ‘Harmony of Coexistence’ will touch on human intelligence and AI from various perspectives.”

    Dr. Rasmus Rothe, CTO and Co-Founder of Merantix, said: “What the AI landscape really needs now in order to thrive is a vibrant community bringing together all the different stakeholders, from investors, startups, academics, regulators, government leaders, and corporates, to discuss AI’s future, learn about AI’s current application in the real world, and create some meaningful new collaborations leveraging AI’s potential. That’s why we initiated AI House, and it’s why Davos is the perfect venue for these discussions.”

    Evan Sparks, Vice President and General Manager for AI Solutions and Supercomputing Cloud, Hewlett Packard Enterprise, said: “AI will have a transformative societal impact. As a fundamental technology, AI will solve complex scientific challenges and make breakthroughs in drug discovery, provide accurate medical diagnosis faster, predict and prevent catastrophic weather events, and advance renewable energy to help us transition to a net-zero world. However, to make AI beneficial to humanity, we must make it accessible, sustainable, and responsible, and the power of collaboration will help us get there. As co-initiators of AI House Davos, we look forward to being a part of an important initiative that will bring together stakeholders across private and public sectors to design, develop, and deliver efficient and ethical AI solutions to benefit the greater good.”

    Dr. Alexander Ilic, Founder and Executive Director of ETH AI Center, said: “In the imminent future, we anticipate many breakthroughs in AI research to catalyze significant advancements towards achieving the Sustainable Development Goals – marking a new era of progress and innovation. From education to healthcare to sustainability, AI is a technology that should be accessible, trustworthy, and safe for everybody. The AI House Davos therefore serves as a central hub, fostering and expediting collaboration between global key stakeholders from academia, industry, NGOs, start-ups, and civil society, all dedicated to realizing our shared vision.”

    Laure Willemin, Executive Vice President of Data, Analytics & AI at Swisscom, said: “The AI House Davos is the start of a joint journey towards a common understanding of AI. Switzerland is the right place to host the AI pioneers from all over the world to meet, connect and shape AI. As one of the most competitive and innovative countries, with its renowned universities, Switzerland plays a leading role in AI research and AI development. Swisscom is excited to be part of this journey and committed to develop trusted AI solutions to the benefit of Switzerland.”

    More information about the AI House and its initiators, partners, and sponsors can be found here. 

    Media contact:
    Steven Perlberg
    Head of Communications at Merantix
    steven.perlberg@merantix.com 

    Media contact for Cyber Valley at AI House Davos:
    Hazel Rowland
    Cyber Valley Media Manager
    Hazel.Rowland@cyber-valley.de