Radboud University Event Explores AI's Role in Sustainable Growth
Nijmegen, Monday, 3 February 2025.
Scheduled for February 13, 2025, this event unites experts from various sectors to explore AI’s potential in achieving sustainability goals through collaboration.
Event Details and Key Speakers
The event will take place at De Vasim in Nijmegen [1], bringing together prominent figures in AI research and industry. Notable speakers include Esther van Straten, Managing Director of Radboud AI, and Jan Smit, Vice-Chair of the Radboudumc Executive Board [1]. The event will also feature international expertise with Elena Sokolova from Amazon London delivering a keynote address alongside Radboud University’s own Pim Haselager [1].
Focus Areas and Collaborative Approach
The conference will address crucial areas where AI can drive sustainable development, including education, energy, and healthcare [1][2]. The SME Datalab-East, a key initiative of Radboud University, demonstrates this collaborative approach by assisting small and medium enterprises with AI project development under researcher supervision [2]. Current applications already show promising results in various fields, from monitoring Parkinson’s disease to cancer detection and heart condition diagnosis [2].
Industry-Academia Partnerships
The event features dedicated sessions showcasing real-world collaborations, including conversations between researchers and industry leaders such as ASML, ABN AMRO, and AWS [1]. This aligns with Radboud University’s campus-wide initiative on Artificial Intelligence and Data Science, which connects activities across both the university and Radboudumc [2]. The focus on practical applications and industry partnerships underscores the university’s commitment to bridging theoretical research with real-world implementation.
Registration and Response
The event has already reached maximum capacity, demonstrating the high interest in AI-driven sustainable solutions [1][2]. The strong response reflects growing recognition of AI’s crucial role in addressing sustainability challenges. For those unable to attend, Radboud AI offers a monthly newsletter to stay updated on ongoing projects and future events [2].