PhD Reflect & Connect - Artificial Intelligence
As part of the first edition of PhD Reflect & Connect (formerly known as PhDrinks) on November 26, 2024 the doctoral schools of UHasselt are hosting a keynote by Jeroen Baert, on the topic of 'Artificial Intelligence'.
Are you a young researcher eager to dive into the world of Artificial Intelligence? This keynote, organized with the valued support of VAIA, is designed just for you! UHasselt professor dr. Valkenborg, will start with a brief introduction on AI in Flanders. After his introduction, he will pass the floor to science communicator and comedian Jeroen Baert.
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Get ready for a captivating journey through the fascinating landscape of AI, where you'll gain deep insights into what AI truly is—and what it isn’t. Discover the essence of Artificial Intelligence and generative AI, and learn how neural networks, ChatGPT, and Dall-E function. We will explore the strengths, weaknesses, and boundaries of these powerful tools, and delve into AI's impact on society, work and information gathering. Critical issues like copyright, ecological impact, and potential dystopian scenarios will be discussed, providing a comprehensive view of AI's ethical considerations.
Uncover the future of AI, new developments, and upcoming challenges. With a perfect blend of humor and critical analysis, Jeroen aims to both inform and entertain, making complex concepts accessible and enjoyable. Whether you’re a novice or someone who works with AI daily, this keynote offers valuable insights and predictions that will enhance your understanding and inspire your research. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to expand your horizons and engage with the cutting edge of AI technology! Secure your spot and prepare to be amazed!
The fact that this keynote is part of PhD Reflect & Connect has two implications:
- There will be a reception afterwards!
- Attending the lecture cannot be acknowledged in fulfilment of the doctoral school requirements. This is a general agreement between doctoral schools.
Teachers / speakers
Jeroen Baert
Jeroen Baert graduated as a Computer Scientist and did research in the Computer Graphics lab of the KU Leuven. As a comedian (Belgian Improv League) and science communicator he’s part of Lieven Scheire’s Nerdland project, known from the popular Belgian science podcast. He’s a regular contributor for radio and TV and is currently touring with critical keynotes on Artificial Intelligence and other topics. Jeroen likes to tackle these new technologies with a healthy dose of skepticism and humor, aiming to entertain ànd inform.
Dr Dirk Valkenborg has an extensive academic and research background. He received his M.Sc. in Electrotechnical and Mathematical Engineering in 2004 from K.U.Leuven and his Ph.D. in Mathematics and Statistical Bioinformatics from the University of Hasselt in 2008, followed by an M.Sc. in Biostatistics in 2009. He worked as a postdoctoral researcher at K.U.Leuven and later joined VITO as a corporate scientist. He co-founded the Center for Proteomics at the University of Antwerp and focuses on statistical bioinformatics and data analysis in 'omics' research. Since 2015, he has been a professor at the University of Antwerp and is currently a professor in bioinformatics at Hasselt University, specializing in computational methodologies for 'omics' data analysis and data integrity.
