Join us for the second Penn Data Scientists Meetup! This event aims to bring together practitioners of data science, engineering, and visualization from across the University. There are many staff members across Penn who work in isolated clusters on these topics, and we are looking to foster collaboration between Penn’s various schools.
Please share this announcement with staff members who are involved in data science-adjacent activities, particularly those in roles such as Research Software Engineer, Systems Architect, or Data Scientist.
Event Details
Date: Wednesday, May 29th
Time: 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm
Location: Glandt Forum (Singh Center for Nanotechnology)
Hosts: The Data Driven Discovery Initiative (DDDI), Institute for Biomedical Informatics (IBI) and Innovation in Data Engineering and Science (IDEAS)
Key topics include
- High-performance computing
- Data visualization
- Causal inference
- Machine Learning
- Generative AI
Agenda
2:00 – 2:05 – Introductory remarks
2:05 – 2:20 – 3-minute/3-slide lightning talks
2:20 – 3:00 – Moderated panel discussion
3:00 – 3:30 – Refreshments and casual discussion
Lightning talks are recommended for new attendees interested in introducing themselves to the group or previous attendees interested in sharing something new they are working on. The panel discussion will center on the theme of generative AI in data science and evolving career paths.
We kindly request attendees to RSVP by May 20th May 22nd (deadline extended!) using this form.
The DDDI Postdoctoral Fellows program is expanding! In response to the rapid evolution of the AI landscape and the increasing importance of interdisciplinary collaboration, we are launching a unified postdoctoral fellows program that spans the sciences and AI. The program aims to seamlessly integrate the strengths of the Center for Innovation in Data Engineering and Science (IDEAS) and the Data Driven Discovery Initiative (DDDI) into a single home for data science postdoctoral fellows in SEAS and SAS.
See the announcement for more details.
Cultures of Datafication in & across South Asia
Registration required
Event Organizer: Kim Fernandes; Zehra Hashmi; Sandeep Mertia; and Rahul Mukherjee (University of Pennsylvania) and Ranjit Singh (Data & Society)
Date: 4/12-13/24
Location: Day 1 – Fisher Bennet Hall #401; Day 2 – CASI, 133 S 36th St, #230
This event aims to bring together interdisciplinary researchers and practitioners to discuss historical and emergent trajectories of data-driven knowledge production in South Asia. In doing so, participants will examine how under-explored social relations in South Asia shape data-driven technologies and vice versa. The workshop will also explore the past, present, and/or future of datafication across South Asia as it relates to three broad themes: identity, governance, and energy.
Engage in insightful discussions about the critical considerations surrounding AI and technology, while gaining a nuanced and informed understanding of the vast possibilities and social implications these tools bring. Connect with a vibrant community of mindful practitioners, stay updated on the latest AI news, and explore responsible use-cases in the real world.
Date: February 13, 2024
Time: 9:30 am – 2:00 pm
Location: Class of 1978 Orrery Pavilion, Van Pelt-Dietrich Library Center (Sixth Floor)
Join for a day of interdisciplinary exploration featuring expert speakers, discussions, curated documents from the Kislak Center, and hands-on projects.
Date: February 27, 2024
Time: 9:45 am – 2:00 pm
Location: Class of 1978 Orrery Pavilion, Van Pelt-Dietrich Library Center (Sixth Floor)
Delve into the relationship between AI, gender, multilingualism, and the environment in a day filled with stimulating sessions exploring the diverse facets of AI’s impact.
See the Penn Libraries event page for more information.
Photo credit can be found here.
Sign up for Penn’s first Gen AI Hackathon!
The Penn Generative AI Hackathon is a university-wide two day event (2/16-17) in Tangen Hall for students across Penn’s ecosystem to learn, build, and create Gen AI based applications. Sponsored by today’s leading Gen AI companies and backers, join Penn’s top builders in competing across six categories for over $5,000 in prizes.
No AI or hackathon experience is required.
Apply at https://penngenai.xyz by February 9, 2024 to get involved.
