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SUMMARY:Immerse UK x Imagination Virtual Production Series
DESCRIPTION:Between November 2021 and February 2022\, Immerse UK and Imagination will be joined by industry experts in a series of panel discussions and thought-leadership pieces exploring the impact of virtual production and real time content production\, each from a different perspective. \nJoin the organisers as they explore virtual production through three different lenses\, including; \nThe Future of Content\nThe benefits and impact of using a real time workflow to create content. \nThe Future of Live Experiences\nThe emerging advantages\, and challenges\, of using real time content for live experiences. \nDigital Transformation in real time\nExploring what is required to embrace realtime technologies and workflows into your organisation. \nAbout Virtual Production\nVirtual Production is more accurately described as real time content production; The process by which digital objects and environments are generated in real time using video games engines such as Unreal and Unity. The same technology that immerses you in living\, breathing\, photorealistic gaming worlds\, is now being used by filmmakers\, storytellers\, marketers and even product designers\, opening up limitless creative possibilities. \nAbout the Series\nThis series aims to demystify the technology and dig into the practical applications\, and structural\, business and cultural impact of this incredible new world\, which is and will continue to transform industries in much the same way that cloud computing and the Internet before it. \nHear from industry experts and thought leaders at the forefront of Virtual Production\, as they guide you through the latest techniques and possibilities in this exciting new space.
URL:https://matrixni.org/event/immerse-uk-x-imagination-virtual-production-series/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Creative technology
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220201T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220201T130000
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SUMMARY:Innovative Digital Technologies in Predictive Maintenance
DESCRIPTION:This event will explore the emergence of products and services that inform manufacturers as to when their shop floor equipment is likely to require maintenance. These are based on the measurement of various parameters (eg. vibration\, temperature) that show a predictable connection with component life\, combined with AI/machine learning. Benefits include reduced downtime and costs. You will hear from both providers of these services and from manufacturers that have seen the benefits and provide a meeting place for the two communities – technology providers/developers and interested manufacturers.
URL:https://matrixni.org/event/innovative-digital-technologies-in-predictive-maintenance/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Engineering,Innovation
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220201T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220201T153000
DTSTAMP:20260424T013246
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LAST-MODIFIED:20220124T145906Z
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SUMMARY:Northern Ireland Energy Strategy in action
DESCRIPTION:Join RenewableNI for a free webinar to explain the details behind Northern Ireland’s new Energy Strategy.\n\n\nRenewableNI\, the voice of Northen Ireland’s renewable electricity industry is hosting a free workshop on the Energy Strategy on Tuesday 1 February. \nAttendees will hear from Head of RenewableNI\, Steven Agnew\, on what the Strategy means for the renewable electricity industry. \nGuest speaker Meabh Cormacain\, Energy Advisor\, NI Department for the Economy\, will explain her role in the Strategy and explain the details. \nAttendees will have time to ask questions after the presentations.
URL:https://matrixni.org/event/northern-ireland-energy-strategy-in-action/
LOCATION:Northern Ireland
CATEGORIES:Energy
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220208T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220208T130000
DTSTAMP:20260424T013246
CREATED:20220131T112535Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220131T112535Z
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SUMMARY:Innovative Digital Technologies in Net Zero
DESCRIPTION:This event will be look at how manufacturers can gather\, process\, present and analyse data from throughout the factory to enable rigorous management decisions regarding energy reduction. This can be for direct cost reduction through lower energy bills or in order to reduce the carbon footprint of manufactured goods which comes under increasing scrutiny from consumers. Continued measurement and monitoring can support and confirm capex investment decisions over time\, and continued trend analysis will drive further resource savings. \nFeaturing: \n\n\nKaty Davies (Managing Director\, Camden Boss)\, Vanessa Macdougall (Co-Founder\, xtonnes)\, Prof Steve Evans (Director of Research in Industrial Sustainability\, Institute for Manufacturing (IfM))\, Alan Howard (Design and Manufacturing Lead\, IET) and Ravi Gidoomal (Director\, Edge Digital Manufacturing)
URL:https://matrixni.org/event/innovative-digital-technologies-in-net-zero/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Circular Green,Digital,Energy,Engineering,Innovation
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220210T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220210T130000
DTSTAMP:20260424T013246
CREATED:20220117T143004Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220118T113904Z
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SUMMARY:SBRI Public Sector Awareness Webinar
DESCRIPTION:The Small Business Research Initiative provides the public sector with innovative solutions to problems that will drive improvement\, and allows suppliers to develop products and services working collaboratively with the public-sector\, enabling them to develop new skills\, expertise and markets. \nAny public sector organisation may apply for SBRI funding. Projects will only be funded where there is a demonstrable need for an innovative solution or product\, and where there is no suitable product or solution already available on the market. \nIn this information session\, experts from the Department for the Economy will explain the process of developing an SBRI challenge and they types of issues that have been overcome in the past using the initiative\, such as recent projects that have developed optimised the treatment of water and waste water\, provided assistance with post stroke rehabilitation\, improved the monitoring of road condition\, and allowed for the detection of cattle and sheep remotely. \nThis event is open to all public sector bodies in Northern Ireland\, including NICS Departments\, Arm’s Length Bodies and Local Authorities and will be of particular interest to procurement professionals. \nTo register for the event please contact info@matrix-ni.org.
URL:https://matrixni.org/event/sbri-webinar/
LOCATION:Northern Ireland
CATEGORIES:Innovation
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220215T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220215T130000
DTSTAMP:20260424T013246
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SUMMARY:Innovative Digital Technologies in Supply Chain
DESCRIPTION:This event looks at how manufacturers can gather\, process and present data from the factory in sufficient detail to give customers visibility of their orders. Of course\, this level of granularity is also extremely helpful to the factory management team\, to fully understand work in progress and allow management time to be spent proactively maximising customer experience\, rather than spend time on reactive expediting and fire fighting after problems comes to light.
URL:https://matrixni.org/event/innovative-digital-technologies-in-supply-chain/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Climate Change,Creative technology,Digital,Energy,Innovation
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220215T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220215T141500
DTSTAMP:20260424T013246
CREATED:20211013T154056Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211013T154056Z
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SUMMARY:Devolve to Evolve: What role should local communities play in decarbonising homes?
DESCRIPTION:How much of the transition to greener heating should be locally-led – and how much should this be dictated by national government? What would it look like to have a transition that’s completely bottom-up? Join Nesta’s panel of experts as we explore how national and local approaches might work together on the journey to net zero. \nThis event is the fifth in the Making the Switch Towards Cleaner\, Greener Homes event series.
URL:https://matrixni.org/event/devolve-to-evolve-what-role-should-local-communities-play-in-decarbonising-homes/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Climate Change
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220217
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220228
DTSTAMP:20260424T013246
CREATED:20220119T140505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220119T140505Z
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SUMMARY:Northern Ireland Science Festival
DESCRIPTION:From biochemistry to physics\, ecology to geology\, discover how you\, the universe and everything in between behaves as NI Science Festival returns with an interstellar programme of over 120 public events from 17 – 27 February 2022! \nEstablished in 2014\, NI Science Festival has grown to become the largest celebration of its kind on the island of Ireland and in its relatively short lifespan became one of the leading Science Festivals in the whole of Europe. \nOver the years NISF has striven to bring the very best of science communication to Northern Ireland\, including notable names such as Brian Cox\, Alice Roberts\, Jim Al-Khalili\, Jocelyn Bell Burnell\, Liz Bonnin\, Robert Winston\, Chris Hadfield\, Chris and Xand Van Tulleken\, Chris Packham\, Adam Rutherford\, Maddie Moate to name a few. \nThe festival offers a stimulating and wide range of events focusing on the wonders of science\, technology\, engineering\, art and mathematics. These events present some of the best scientists from NI and beyond to discuss their work\, cutting-edge research and what the future might hold. \nDuring the day\, the festival offers a range of workshops\, tours talks and interactive activities for people of all ages. In the evening we present an eclectic mix of experiential events including scientific debate\, talks\, theatres\, comedy\, music\, and film for adults and much more.
URL:https://matrixni.org/event/northern-ireland-science-festival/
LOCATION:Various
CATEGORIES:STEM skills
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ORGANIZER;CN="Northern Ireland Science Festival":MAILTO:info@nisciencefestival.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220217T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220217T141500
DTSTAMP:20260424T013246
CREATED:20220215T112018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220215T112107Z
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SUMMARY:The Future of the European Hydrogen Economy
DESCRIPTION:This seminar will explore the potential of the European hydrogen economy. Hydrogen is expected to play an important role in achieving a carbon-neutral economy in Europe by 2050. Green hydrogen also has many possible applications in the Irish context\, and while currently representing a modest fraction of the global energy mix\, projections indicate that clean hydrogen could meet approximately 25% of the world’s energy demand by mid-century. \nIn recent years\, several European countries\, including Portugal and Germany\, have issued comprehensive national hydrogen strategies. These frameworks provide critical insights for Ireland as policymakers consider the role for green hydrogen in meeting the state’s climate and energy targets. In this session\, three international experts will explore the potential role of green hydrogen as the EU transitions to a carbon-neutral future. \nAbout the Speakers:   \nDr Isabel Cabrita is Professor of Energy Solutions at the Institute of Education and Sciences\, Lisbon. She also serves as a Researcher at CERENA\, a Portuguese research and technological development institute which specialises in innovative and sustainable energy solutions. From 2015-2021\, she was Head of Research Directorate-General of Energy and Geology\, Portugal. In this role\, Dr Cabrita oversaw the implementation of the Portuguese Energy and Climate Plan\, and Portugal’s National Hydrogen Strategy. Dr Cabrita has produced more than 300 publications and served as guest editor of an edition of Energies in 2021. \nFranz Lehner is Head of International Cooperation at NOW GmbH\, the German Organisation for Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Technology. NOW GmbH is responsible for the coordination and management of the German Innovation Programme for Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Technology and the Electromobility Model Regions programme of the Federal Ministry of Transport and Digital Infrastructure of Germany. An engineer by training\, Mr Lehner has more than 10 years of professional experience focusing on hydrogen\, fuel cells\, renewable fuels and electric mobility. Before joining NOW in early 2021\, Mr Lehner was Managing Consultant at the international energy transition consulting firm E4tech in Lausanne\, Switzerland. From 2014-2019\, he co-authored the annual Fuel Cell Industry Review published by E4Tech\, the global benchmark report in this sector. \nShiva Dustdar is Head of Innovation Finance Advisory at the European Investment Bank. A leading innovation finance expert with over 25 years of experience at J.P. Morgan\, Fitch Ratings and now at EIB\, she specialises in identifying future investment opportunities and developing new business and market opportunities to finance the transition to a green and digital economy. Ms Dustdar co-founded the European High Yield Association (EHYA)\, which is now part of the Association for Financial Markets in Europe (AFME). In 2006\, she was listed in the ‘Top 50 Women in Credit’ by Credit Magazine. Ms Dustdar Shiva holds a BA in Economics from Columbia University and an Executive MBA from London Business School.
URL:https://matrixni.org/event/the-future-of-the-european-hydrogen-economy/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Climate Change,Energy,Innovation
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220219T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220219T160000
DTSTAMP:20260424T013246
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SUMMARY:Clean Energy Revolution – the future is now (Derry~Londonderry)
DESCRIPTION:Dr Josh Bailey\, a Research Fellow in SMAE\, is one of six CASE (Centre for Advanced Sustainable Energy) researchers who will be putting on stalls at NI Sustainability Fairs as part of the NI Science Festivals. The NI Sustainability Fairs represent a long-term project designed to explore what we must do to meet to achieve a planet in balance\, one that provides for humanity and the millions of other species. \nThe theme of CASE’s stalls is ”Clean Energy Revolution – the future is now” where the latest research going on at QUB and UU around renewable energy and related sustainable solutions will be shared with the public. This encompasses hydrogen\, batteries\, anaerobic digestion\, food waste\, wind and tidal energy\, photovoltaics and solar thermal\, amongst other environmental issues. \nLocated in The Playhouse\, a range of local\, national and international organisations will be demonstrating a variety of practical ways that they are trying to make a real difference for the planet and what we can do to lend a hand.
URL:https://matrixni.org/event/clean-energy-revolution-the-future-is-now-derrylondonderry/
LOCATION:The Playhouse\, 5-7 Artillery Street\, Londonderry\, Northern Ireland\, BT48 6RG\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Circular Green,Climate Change
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ORGANIZER;CN="Northern Ireland Science Festival":MAILTO:info@nisciencefestival.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220219T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220219T153000
DTSTAMP:20260424T013246
CREATED:20220121T120911Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220121T120911Z
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SUMMARY:NISF: AI and You Workshop
DESCRIPTION:What is artificial intelligence (AI)\, and how does it work? It will be lots of fun exploring our demonstration tools together! Experts from Ulster University’s AIRC will talk about and demonstrate a number of AI application examples. With the help of these examples\, we will understand key concepts of AI and the mathematics involved. \n 
URL:https://matrixni.org/event/nisf-ai-and-you-workshop/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Artificial Intelligence,Digital
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220221T104500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220222T123000
DTSTAMP:20260424T013246
CREATED:20220126T101814Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220202T105554Z
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SUMMARY:I ❤️ My STEM Career
DESCRIPTION:At I ❤️ My STEM Career\, team Startacus and MC Emer Maguire will be chatting to a whole host of local STEM professionals to find out why they love their career and highlighting lots of exciting STEM-focused career opportunities and pathways for teenagers and young people in NI. Expect short punchy chats\, and discover if a science\, tech\, engineering or math inspired job could be for you! Tune in to our live stream taking place over 2 days! \nIf you are a teacher or school principal and would like some of your students to watch the live stream\, or attend one of the two live sessions in-person\, please email alastair@startacus.net for an invite.
URL:https://matrixni.org/event/i-%e2%9d%a4%ef%b8%8f-my-stem-career-powered-by-matrix/
LOCATION:Online and In Person
CATEGORIES:STEM skills,Women in STEM
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220221T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220221T190000
DTSTAMP:20260424T013246
CREATED:20220210T154529Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220210T154529Z
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SUMMARY:RAEng Engineering ethics report launch
DESCRIPTION:Join RAEng to launch the report\, “Engineering Ethics: Maintaining society’s trust in the Engineering Profession”. \nTo mark the publication of this important work from the Engineering Ethics Reference Group (a joint committee of the Royal Academy of Engineering and the Engineering Council)\, we are hosting a webinar to hear from the Chair of the group\, Professor David Bogle FREng. This will be followed by a panel discussion with Chi Onwurah MP\, Professor Chris Atkin FREng\, Chair of the Engineering Council\, Dr Ollie Folayan\, Chair of AFBE-UK Scotland and Maitheya Riva\, early career engineer representative\, IOM3. \nEthical practice has long been part of the behaviours (together with sustainability and inclusion) which make a profession aspirational and trust-worthy. Engineering has been working for many years on embedding ethical engineering in professional practice. This report is next step in this work\, drawing in progress so far and launching a new vision. It also includes actions to support that vision\, and embed it in the culture of professional engineering. \nProgramme\n\n\n\n5.50pm\nZoom webinar opens\n\n\n6.00pm\nWelcome\n\n\n6.05pm\nPanel discussion\n\n\n6.40pm\nQ&A session\n\n\n6.55pm\nClosing remarks\n\n\n7.00pm\nClose
URL:https://matrixni.org/event/raeng-engineering-ethics-report-launch/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Engineering,Innovation
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220221T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220221T193000
DTSTAMP:20260424T013246
CREATED:20220211T095759Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220214T111445Z
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SUMMARY:The Future of Public Transport in NI
DESCRIPTION:Translink is leading the transport transformation in Northern Ireland\, aiming to operate a net zero emissions fleet by 2040 and creating advanced services and networks to be your first choice for travel today\, for tomorrow. \nThis event will give an account of Translink’s actions to revolutionise and decarbonise NI’s public transport system\, transitioning to renewable energy technologies and accelerating net zero emissions across their bus and train fleet and wider business by 2040. \nThe presentation will explore the opportunities to develop public transport in Northern Ireland. Showcasing the ground-breaking work to deliver the first hydrogen double decker fleet and the first hydrogen refuelling station on the island of Ireland\, the further delivery of 100 new zero emission (electric and hydrogen) buses due to service this Spring\, the programme to decarbonisation of the rail network and the activities underway to encourage more people to use active travel. \nKeynote Speaker: Ian Campbell\, Director of Service Operations\, Translink
URL:https://matrixni.org/event/the-future-of-public-transport-in-ni/
LOCATION:The Mac\, 10 Exchange Street\, West\, Belfast\, Northern Ireland\, BT1 2NJ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Climate Change,Engineering
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ORGANIZER;CN="Northern Ireland Science Festival":MAILTO:info@nisciencefestival.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220221T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220221T203000
DTSTAMP:20260424T013246
CREATED:20220125T092710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220125T092710Z
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SUMMARY:A.rtifical I.mmortality
DESCRIPTION:Can AI enable us to live forever? Filmmaker Ann Shin sets out on a journey\, exploring the latest AI and biotech with scientists and visionaries who foresee a ‘post-biological’ world where humans and AI merge. Will AI be the best\, or the last thing we ever do? \n 
URL:https://matrixni.org/event/a-rtifical-i-mmortality/
LOCATION:The Black Box\, 18-22 Hill Street\, Belfast\, Northern Ireland\, BT1 2LA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Artificial Intelligence
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ORGANIZER;CN="Northern Ireland Science Festival":MAILTO:info@nisciencefestival.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220222T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220222T130000
DTSTAMP:20260424T013246
CREATED:20220131T113457Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220131T113457Z
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SUMMARY:Innovative Digital Technologies in Continuous Improvement
DESCRIPTION:Capturing data to support decision making is crucial to modern continuous improvement programmes\, but as the volume of data grows exponentially\, powerful analytical and visualisation techniques are needed to bring the data to life. This area of innovation is progressing at a fast pace\, and we will highlight the significant benefits of dedicated solutions in this technology area. The benefits of incremental gains compound over time\, so the sooner you start the greater the performance gains over slower rivals.
URL:https://matrixni.org/event/innovative-digital-technologies-in-continuous-improvement/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Creative technology,Digital,Energy,Engineering,Innovation
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220223T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220223T100000
DTSTAMP:20260424T013246
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SUMMARY:Skills@ScAle - Funding Your AI Ambition
DESCRIPTION:The Power of Applied Intelligence – This series of webinars is designed to provide no nonsense\, practical and pragmatic advice to Business Leaders\, to improve their understanding of artificial intelligence\, demonstrate where the growth markets exist\, where investment is taking place\, the sectors of interest and the applications which are delivering bottom-line return on investment. \nThe fourth webinar entitled: Funding Your AI Ambition investigates the various funding mechanisms available to business leaders and entrepreneurs to reduce the cost of bringing a AI powered innovation to the market. Our speakers will cover Irish state supports\, European schemes and discuss those provided from venture capitalist to provide seed investment. \nFor more information visit: https://www.ictskillnet.ie/training/skillsscale-webinar-series/ \nAfter registration please use the calendar options provided to save the event in your diary \n*Do you have a question you would like to ask the panel?\nPlease send your questions to gillian.ogrady@ictskillnet.ie and they will be compiled for the panellists.
URL:https://matrixni.org/event/skillsscale-funding-your-ai-ambition/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Artificial Intelligence
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220223T173000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220223T200000
DTSTAMP:20260424T013246
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SUMMARY:NI Science Festival - Turing Talk 2022: A Day in the Life of a Smart City with Prof Julie A. McCann
DESCRIPTION:Part of the IET EngTalk and BCS Lecture Series \nWith the recent COP26 held in Glasgow\, sustainability and climate adaption is on everyone’s minds. The main outcome of this has been an agreement to strengthen 2030 targets by the end of 2022. This talk will discuss the role of the Internet of Things\, specifically sensor-based technologies\, in both providing data to better understand resource usage for optimization and reduction\, as well as providing ground truths to track those targets are being met. To do this this technology needs to be embedded in our transport\, our factories\, our homes even\, and with this brings a new set of challenges around privacy and security. Indeed\, such systems are core to building the Digital Twins that drive decision making\, but what happens when such systems go wrong? Prof Julie A. McCann will explore this and potential solutions to such scenarios and will illustrate where the technologies are heading with a future look. \nAbout \nProfessor Julie A McCann heads up Adaptive Emergent Systems Engineering (AESE) in the Dept of Computing where she works with a highly multi-disciplinary group of Post Docs and PhD students from a broad spectra of backgrounds. She leads the Resilient and Robust Infrastructure challenge part of the Data Centric Engineering theme in the Alan Turing Institute\, she is PI for the NRF funded Singapore Eco Cities initiative\, and is Deputy Director of PeTraS and therein leads the Logistics 4.0 project with the Tate Modern\, ARM and Ordinance Survey. She is Imperial PI for the EPSRC Science of Sensing Systems Software (S4) programme grant. Until recently she was the Co-director of the Intel Collaborative Research Institute on Sustainable Connected Cities\, the Co-PI of the NEC Smart Water Lab\, and Director of the cross-Imperial Smart Connected Futures Network. \nShe has chaired and remains actively involved with the field’s top conferences (including Infocom\, Sensys\, IPSN\, and EWSN) and is an Associated Editor for IoT-J. She currently delivers the Pervasive Computing teaching module and in the past she lectured Operating Systems courses. She was chair of the Department of Computing Equality and Diversity committee (2018-2021)\, is a Fellow of the British Computer Society\, a Chartered Engineer and consults on computer-based futures for TV and Film .
URL:https://matrixni.org/event/ni-science-festival-turing-talk-2022-a-day-in-the-life-of-a-smart-city-with-prof-julie-a-mccann/
LOCATION:Assembly Buildings Conference Centre\, 2-10 Fisherwick Place\, Belfast\, Ulster\, BT1 6DW\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Digital,Innovation
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SUMMARY:Critical conversations: What works in diversity and inclusion?
DESCRIPTION:In the first of this year’s Critical conversations series of online events from the Royal Academy for Engineering\, Academy CEO\, Dr Hayaatun Sillem CBE\, will be joined by: \n\nAnne-Marie Neatham\, Partnership Director at Ocado Group and COO\, Kindred\nDr Karen Salt\, Deputy Director for Research\, Culture and Environment at UKRI\n\nDrawing on their experience of evidence-based leadership\, they will explore how to create disruptors in the engineering community with new and innovative ideas to achieve our diversity and inclusion ambitions. The conversation will also look at ways to measure diversity and inclusion that can make a real impact\, and discuss the benefits of measurement to ensure greater belonging and meaningful commitments. \nThis event will set the scene for the Academy’s forthcoming activities to support diversity and inclusion in engineering\, including the annual Diversity and Inclusion conference on 15 March 2022.
URL:https://matrixni.org/event/critical-conversations-what-works-in-diversity-and-inclusion/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Engineering,Innovation,Women in STEM
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SUMMARY:Delivering the AI Strategy – the use of new AI technologies in industry and the public sector
DESCRIPTION:In September 2021\, the UK Government published the National AI Strategy. Part of this Strategy is to support the transition to an AI-enabled economy. In this event\, FST will look at how AI technologies are being deployed now in the public and private sectors\, and expectations for the coming years. \nSpeakers: \nProfessor Tom Rodden\, Chief Scientific Adviser\, Department for Digital\, Culture\, Media & Sport \n\nProfessor Geraint Rees FMedSci\, Pro-Vice-Provost AI\, University College London\nLord Clement-Jones CBE\, House of Lords and Joint Chair of the AI All Party Parliamentary Group\nFourth speaker TBC\n\n  \nChaired by the Rt Hon Lord (David) Willetts\, Chairman of the Foundation for Science and Technology \n 
URL:https://matrixni.org/event/delivering-the-ai-strategy-the-use-of-new-ai-technologies-in-industry-and-the-public-sector/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Artificial Intelligence
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SUMMARY:What’s the ‘Big Deal’ about the Belfast City Deal?
DESCRIPTION:Join Queen’s University for a panel discussion where you will hear from experts about why the City Deal is a very Big Deal! Explore the details and the possibilities that this once-in-a-generation opportunity will offer for Belfast to achieve economic growth and prosperity and unparalleled future job opportunities. The Belfast Region City Deal is a £850 million package of funding between central government and the Belfast region. \nDuring this chaired discussion\, the expert panel will explain and explore the science and societal impact of these projects and at the end will invite discussion and debate from the audience.
URL:https://matrixni.org/event/whats-the-big-deal/
LOCATION:The Graduate School\, Queen’s University\, University Road\, Belfast\, Northern Ireland\, BT7 1NN\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:General
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SUMMARY:Clean Energy Revolution – the future is now (Belfast)
DESCRIPTION:Dr Josh Bailey\, a Research Fellow in SMAE\, is one of six CASE (Centre for Advanced Sustainable Energy) researchers who will be putting on stalls at NI Sustainability Fairs as part of the NI Science Festivals. The NI Sustainability Fairs represent a long-term project designed to explore what we must do to meet to achieve a planet in balance\, one that provides for humanity and the millions of other species. \nThe theme of CASE’s stalls is ”Clean Energy Revolution – the future is now” where the latest research going on at QUB and UU around renewable energy and related sustainable solutions will be shared with the public. This encompasses hydrogen\, batteries\, anaerobic digestion\, food waste\, wind and tidal energy\, photovoltaics and solar thermal\, amongst other environmental issues. \nLocated in 2 Royal Avenue\, a range of local\, national and international organisations will be demonstrating a variety of practical ways that they are trying to make a real difference for the planet and what we can do to lend a hand.
URL:https://matrixni.org/event/clean-energy-revolution-the-future-is-now-belfast/
LOCATION:2 Royal Avenue\, 2 Royal Avenue\, Belfast\, Northern Ireland\, BT1 1DA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Circular Green,Climate Change,Energy
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ORGANIZER;CN="Northern Ireland Science Festival":MAILTO:info@nisciencefestival.com
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