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Description
We are carefully selecting keynote speakers who are driving innovation in AI - from breakthrough research to real-world applications. Whether you are a researcher, founder, industry professional or simply interested in AI development and innovation, this event will offer valuable insights into the practical and technical aspects of working with AI. Our speakers will discuss their current projects, reflect on challenges and opportunities, and share advice for succeeding in this rapidly evolving field.
NORA.ai works closely with its consortium partners and wider partner network to address the gender gap in AI across academia, research and industry. By highlighting excellence in AI research and innovation by women, we aim to demonstrate the value of diversity and inspire future generations through visible female role models.
What to expect:
- Deep dives into state-of-the-art AI research and applications
- Insights into building and scaling AI-driven companies
- Strategic perspectives on AI implementation in industry
- Candid discussion about opportunities and challenges in the field for women
- Practical advice for career development in AI
Space is limited - early registration is now open:
| Time | Speaker |
|---|---|
| 15:00-15:05 | Welcome! |
| 15:05-15:20 |
Ingrid Kristine Glad - Professor in Statistics and Data Science, University of Oslo; Co-Director, Integreat Center of Excellence and BigInsight; Chair of the Abel Board (2022-2026) and member of the NORA Board Professor Ingrid Kristine Glad is a leading figure in Statistics and Data Science at the University of Oslo, where she co-directs Integreat, Norway's center of excellence in Machine Learning and AI. Her research spans high-dimensional regression, anomaly detection in data streams, and Bayesian inference, bridging theoretical advances with practical applications in genomics and industrial settings. |
| 15:25-15:40 |
Mozhgan Tavakolifard - Founder & CEO of AIZEN; Founder and Chief AI Alchemist of Alchemy Hub (Strategy Incubator); Startup Advisor at Antler Mozhgan Tavakolifard is the Founder and CEO of AIZEN, where she leads the development of AI-driven sustainability solutions. With a PhD in Machine Learning and experience as a Chief Data Officer across multiple sectors, she specializes in transforming complex AI concepts into practical business applications that drive measurable outcomes. |
| 15:45-16:00 |
Women in AI Norway: Rebecca Hile - WAI Norway Ambassador; Senior Manager of Timeseries and AI-ops at Equinor |
| 16:00-16:10 |
BREAK Nibbles & Refreshments |
| 16:15-16:55 |
Panel discussion with Ingrid Kristine Glad, Mozhgan Tavakolifard, Rebecca Hile and Poushali Sengupta (Ph.D. Explainable AI, Distributed ML, UiO) |
| 16:55-17:05 |
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