The School of Computing brought together stakeholders to explore current innovations and imagine what the future holds for computing and the impact of artificial intelligence.
Student Competition: Envisage 2064
The day featured a Pitch and Judge competition for secondary school students across the Northwest who were challenged to ‘Envisage 2064’ and imagine what computing may look like, and how it will change society, 40 years from now.
With participation from over 60 students, the young people explored future transformative changes in technology, society, and sustainability through computing, before presenting for a panel of judges.
Intelligent Systems Research Centre Tour
After four decades innovating from the heart of Derry Londonderry, the School of Computing also opened the doors to the Intelligent Systems Research Centre for public tours that provided a glimpse into Ulster University's ongoing projects and future aspirations, underscoring the University’s commitment to advancing technological innovation and contributing to breakthroughs that impact industries, healthcare, and daily life.
Public Lecture on the Impact of Artificial Intelligence
The event concluded with a public lecture by Professor Michaela Black, Professor of Artificial Intelligence at Ulster University, on ‘Demystifying the Hype of AI’.
Professor Black shared insights on AI's trajectory, its societal impact, and what the future holds in this exciting field, unpacking the often-misunderstood aspects of artificial intelligence, examining its societal impact, ethical implications, and the potential challenges and breakthroughs we may see in the years to come.
Professor Michaela Black, Professor of Artificial Intelligence at Ulster University, said: “I was delighted to meet up and share some insights of AI with colleagues and visitors celebrating this fantastic event. The excellent attendance highlights the great public interest in AI and the eagerness of everyone to share and discuss how citizens can benefit from responsible AI, delivering a collective good for all of society and the environment.”
