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Women and data is a fiery combo, it turns out! On March 28th, we're bringing together women in tech for an evening all about #data! Discover inspiring speakers, the possibilities the world of data has for you and meet like-minded people!
This event is co-hosted by our fantastic partners MIVB-STIB, Colruyt Group, University of Antwerp, EpicData, Kohera and Christelijke Mutualiteit ! ❤️
We'll be diving into topics like Hyperdimensional Computing, the latest trends in data-world, but also into personal stories of inspiring experts who've found their path in this interesting side of technology!
Agenda of the evening:
18:00 Arrival & Registration
18:20 Welcome & intro partners (Rein Meirte & Saja Tawalbeh)
18:40 Keynote 1: Florence Somers (Colruyt Group)
Florence has been in the role of Data Science Engineer for the past 4 years, and has been with Colruyt Group for over 12 years. From statistical programming to data warehousing and functional analysis, Florence will share her wisdom and path of over 23 years in the data world!
19:00 Keynote 2: Hyperdimensional Computing by Laura Smets (UAntwerpen)
Laura is a PhD researcher in computer science at IDLab (imec - UAntwerp) where she conducts research on energy efficient AI. Because of the rising interest in wearable IoT, near-sensor AI applications, and on-device processing, there is a considerable need for energy-efficient algorithms. In this talk, Laura will introduce you to hyperdimensional computing (HDC) which has been proposed in the literature as a brain-inspired, lightweight, and energy-efficient method.
19:20 Break (around iftar time we'll serve food!)
19:45 Keynote 3: Nele Gerrits (imec)
Nele Gerrits is a senior researcher and expert AI and health. She holds a degree in Bioscience Engineering, Biomedical Engineering and an advanced master in Artificial Intelligence. She has expertise in applying deep learning on medical images and was involved in setting up spinoff company MONA.health that commercializes deep learning models that detect eye diseases. Nowadays she plays a significant role in setting up collaborations within the drug design and discovery domain.
20:05 Keynote 4: Empowering Brussels: Navigating the Data Route with STIB with Coralie Pevenage & Catherine Rezette (STIB-MIVB-STIB)
Join us for an enlightening journey into the heart of data-driven transformation at STIB. From optimizing transportation efficiency to enhancing customer experience, discover how data fuels innovation in the bustling streets of Brussels. Explore the pivotal role of women-led data communities in shaping the future of mobility and delve into the strategies that propel STIB towards a smarter, more responsive future. Join us as we unravel the power of data in moving Brussels forward, one byte at a time.
20:25 1:1 Networking
21:00 Free networking
Are you interested? Everyone is welcome on 28/3 to discover the wonderful world of data! If so, be sure to register! 💻
You can register for free through Eventbrite or on our Clusity Platform
