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Get ready to embark on an international AI journey at the AI Innovation Summit: Australia-Poland. We are excited to bring an international dimension to this summit, bridging connections between AI enthusiasts, professionals, and experts from both Australia and Poland. This complimentary public event is your gateway to exploring the unique AI developments emerging from these countries, promoting an exchange of knowledge and showcasing the forefront of AI innovations. Look forward to dynamic discussions, invaluable networking opportunities, and insights from leading figures in the industry. Moreover, we will delve into the ethical and societal impacts of AI across different cultural landscapes. Join us in celebrating the synergy of AI innovation from the Land Down Under and the heart of Central Europe.
Dr. Andrzej Gwizdalski, a distinguished Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy, co-founder of the Western Australia Web3 Association, and the orchestrator behind the International WAWEB3 Conference. An esteemed university educator and researcher, Dr. Gwizdalski has garnered multiple awards for his work examining digital transformation’s effects on society, economy, employment, and culture. With a rich, interdisciplinary expertise spanning digital blockchain technologies, business, economics, and anthropology, he pioneered WA’s inaugural Master’s Level Blockchain in Business Unit at UWA. His commitment to the WEB3 ecosystem engages governments, industry, startups and academia to harness blockchain, AI, and IoT for a dynamic digital economy in WA and beyond.
Paul Bitdorf stands as a distinguished figure in both the business and diplomatic landscapes, serving as the Executive Chairman of Nicheliving, a forefront innovator in affordable housing solutions in Australia, and as the Honorary Consul of Poland in Perth, Australia. His dual roles exemplify his dedication to fostering strong economic ties and cultural exchanges between Australia and Poland. Paul’s leadership at Nicheliving has been pivotal in driving the company’s growth and success, leveraging his vast experience to navigate the complex intersections of real estate development and international diplomacy. His work as Honorary Consul underscores his commitment to enhancing bilateral relationships, offering a bridge for collaboration and mutual understanding between the two nations.
Tym Pieglowski is an advisor and entrepreneur, passionate about simple solutions to complex problems. He has expertiese in public and private sector clients on transport infrastructure solutions. He is a civil engineer specialising in travel demand forecasting for highway, public transport, freight and aviation. Untill recently Tim was a Director of the PwC Financial Advisory team. Prior to joining PwC, Tym was the founding Director of TMK Consult providing project management, transport planning and travel demand forecasting services for the NSW Government transport infrastructure projects. He has over 15 years of experience working in Australia, the UK and Poland.
Professor Piotr Skrzypczyński serves as the Deputy Leader of Robotics and Artificial Intelligence at the Centre for Artificial Intelligence and Cybersecurity, Poznań University of Technology, Poland. With a distinguished academic and research career, Skrzypczyński has contributed significantly to the fields of robotics and computer science, authoring over 160 technical papers. His expertise spans AI-based robotics, robot navigation, SLAM (Simultaneous Localization and Mapping), computer vision, and machine learning. Holding a Ph.D. and D.Sc. in robotics from the Poznań University of Technology, his work is pivotal in advancing the understanding and application of AI and robotics. Skrzypczyński’s leadership at the Institute of Robotics and Machine Intelligence underscores his commitment to driving innovation and excellence in AI research and development.
Dr. Richard Kowalczyk holds the esteemed position of SmartSat CRC Chair in Artificial Intelligence at the University of South Australia in Adelaide. With a prolific background that includes serving as the Director of Swinburne Key Lab for Intelligent Software Systems and leading the Distributed AI Systems Research Group, as well as being the inaugural Wipro Chair of Artificial Intelligence at Swinburne University of Technology in Melbourne, his contributions to AI are profound. Before his current roles, he spearheaded AI research at CSIRO and various international R&D centers. Professor Kowalczyk’s research spans AI, autonomous software agents, and collective intelligence, focusing on their integration into cyber-physical-social ecosystems for enhanced decision-making. His work facilitates advancements in smart cities, industry 4.0, and, notably, AI applications for space systems autonomy and resilience.
Dr. Bartosz Ziółko is a distinguished computer scientist, entrepreneur, and an expert in Automatic Speech Recognition (ASR) and Natural Language Processing (NLP). He served as a professor at the University of Science and Technology (AGH) in Krakow, and was a co-founder and CEO of Techmo. Ziółko completed his education in Krakow, earning his doctorate from the University of York. He achieved his habilitation in 2017, focusing on speech and natural language processing methods. He specialises in speech processing and AI. Bartosz has authored over 100 scientific papers, holds patents in the U.S. and Europe, and has led projects that developed Polish speech recognition systems. He was the organiser of the XXII Annual Pacific Voice Conference and has collaborated with Hokkaido University as a National Institute of Information and Communications Technology (NICT) fellow from December 2020 till end of 2021.
Dr. Fedja Hadzic, is the Chief Scientist and Managing Director at September AI Labs. He has been at the forefront of machine learning and data science innovation since the company’s inception in September 2018. Under his leadership, September AI Labs has developed groundbreaking medical applications in partnership with local universities and delivered novel AI solutions that have significantly automated and enhanced critical business processes across various industries. With a career that began in 2002, developing simulations for AI and cognitive science, Fedja’s passion for machine learning was further ignited by his involvement with the September AI Labs in September 2018. His academic contributions include over 50 peer-reviewed publications and a pioneering book on data mining with complex structures published by Springer.
Dr. Adam Osseiran is a pivotal figure in neuromorphic computing. He is the Chairperson of the Scientific Advisory Board at BrainChip Holdings. Adam is an Adjunct Professor at the University of Western Australia. Dr. Osseiran is a past and current supervisor of several neuromorphic PhD students using BrainChip’s very advanced neuromorphic Edge technology, that learn autonomously, enabling the development of energy-efficient, intelligent systems in industrial applications such as olfaction, gustation, tactile and other ag-tech technologies. Besides his role at BrainChip, Dr. Osseiran is President of the Hydrogen Society of Australia and Co-Founder of Innovate Australia, founder and technical advisor of several advanced AI technology start-ups, further showcasing his commitment to innovation.
The presentations will be followed by a panel discussion moderated by MC/Moderator Dr Andrzej Gwizdalski
This summit aims to add an international flair, creating a bridge between AI aficionados, professionals, and thought leaders from both Australia and Poland. As a free event open to the public, it serves as a portal to discover the distinctive AI advancements from these nations, fostering knowledge sharing and highlighting cutting-edge AI breakthroughs. Anticipate engaging conversations, priceless networking chances, and wisdom from industry pioneers. Additionally, the summit will address the ethical and societal implications of AI within varied cultural contexts. Embrace the fusion of AI ingenuity from Australia and Poland’s vibrant centers.
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