The Second Annual DataX+IDRE ‘Research in the Age of AI’ Symposium will feature distinguished researchers from departments across UCLA to speak on the use, development, and impact of AI in research. This multidisciplinary event will showcase advancements of artificial intelligence across diverse academic fields, as well as leading voices on the effects of AI. Participants will have the opportunity to engage with experts, explore innovative research, and join in thought-provoking discussions. The goal of the event is to build connections among UCLA researchers who engage with AI.
Space is limited and registration will be capped. Refreshments, lunch, and an afternoon reception will be provided.
Venue: UCLA Faculty Club
Date: Thursday, April 24, 2025
Time: 8:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Program
8:30 – 9:00 a.m. Registration and light breakfast
9:00 – 9:15 a.m. Welcome
9:15 – 9:55 a.m. Morning Keynote: Can AI Help Quantum Computing Succeed?
- Jens Palsberg
9:55 – 10:15 Talk
- Loes Olde Loohuis
10:15 – 10:35 Talk
- Jeff Burke
10:50 – 11:35 Panel: Addressing the ethical, legal, and social implications of AI
- Noopur Raval
- Homa Hosseinmardi
- Deanna Needell (moderator)
11:40 – 12:00 Talk
- Saadia Gabriel
12 – 1 p.m. Lunch
1:00 – 1:20 p.m. Talk
- Tuan Do
1:20 – 1:40 Talk
- Aaron Meyer
1:45 – 2:25 p.m. Afternoon Keynote
- Andrea Bertozzi
2:25 – 2:30 pm Closing remarks
2:30 – 3:00 pm Reception
Location
The symposium will be held at the UCLA Faculty Club.
Please refer to the parking website for the most current information about parking at UCLA. The closest parking lot is Parking Structure 2.
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Co-sponsors
- IDRE
- DataX
- Office of the Vice Chancellor for Research and Creative Activities
- Office of Advanced Research Computing