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Xanadu and Hamad Bin Khalifa University (HBKU) partner to … – PR Newswire

Partnership aims to advance quantum education and training in the country and wider region

TORONTO and DOHA, Qatar, Nov. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -Xanadu (xanadu.ai), a world leader in photonic quantum computing, and Hamad Bin Khalifa University's (HBKU) College of Science and Engineering (CSE), will partner to train and educate a quantum-ready workforce in Qatar.

The demand for quantum talent has grown significantly over the past few years. Xanadu's mission is to build quantum computers that are useful and available to people everywhere, and a pillar of that mission is to help ensure that the next generation is quantum-ready. Xanadu and HBKU aim to bring quantum education to the Middle East and close the gap between studying quantum and joining the quantum workforce.

The Qatar Center for Quantum Computing (QC2) at CSE will work with Xanadu over the course of the partnership. In doing so, Xanadu becomes QC2's first international partner and supporter of its mission to advance quantum computing research locally, regionally, and internationally.

"There is an incredible opportunity to build a robust quantum talent pipeline by partnering with educational institutions. We are excited to add HBKU to our growing global academic partners list," said Christian Weedbrook, Xanadu Founder and CEO.

"QC2 is delighted to have entered into what promises to be an ambitious and innovative partnership with Xanadu," added Dr. Saif Al-Kuwari, Assistant Professor, CSE, and Director, QC2. "We fully expect our cooperation to extend over various potential applications, such as quantum machine learning and optimization, thereby ensuring that Qatar's workforce will be as quantum-ready as possible in the coming years."

To achieve the goals of this partnership, Xanadu and the QC2 team will utilize PennyLane, Xanadu's open-source software library, to co-develop practical and hands-on educational materials for students as well as establish a training program for HBKU educators. HBKU students will have access to Xanadu's suite of existing educational tools and, with support, learn practical skills that can be applied when entering the workforce.

"Since 2010, HBKU has positioned itself as a catalyst for transformative change in Qatar and the region while having a global impact. We're confident that this partnership will enable Qatari quantum talent to reach its full potential and look forward to collaborating with Xanadu in delivering quantum computing education and training within the country and further afield," said Dr. Mounir Hamdi, Founding Dean, College of Science and Engineering, HBKU.

About Xanadu:Xanadu is a Canadian quantum computing company with the mission to build quantum computers that are useful and available to people everywhere. Founded in 2016, Xanadu has become one of the world's leading quantum hardware and software companies. The company also leads the development of PennyLane, an open-source software library for quantum computing and application development. Visit http://www.xanadu.aior follow us on X (formerly Twitter) @XanaduAI.

About PennyLane:PennyLane is an open-source software framework for quantum machine learning, quantum chemistry, and quantum computing with the ability to run on all hardware. To find out more, visit the PennyLane website (www.pennylane.ai), or check out the PennyLane demos: a gallery of hands-on quantum computing content (https://pennylane.ai/qml/demonstrations.html).

About Hamad Bin Khalifa University (HBKU)

Innovating Today, Shaping Tomorrow.

Hamad Bin Khalifa University (HBKU), a member of Qatar Foundation for Education, Science, and Community Development (QF), was founded in 2010 as a research-intensive university that acts as a catalyst for transformative change in Qatar and the region while having global impact. Located in Education City, HBKU is committed to building and cultivating human capacity through an enriching academic experience, innovative ecosystem, and unique partnerships. HBKU delivers multidisciplinary undergraduate and graduate programs through its colleges, and provides opportunities for research and scholarship through its institutes and centers. For more information about HBKU, visit http://www.hbku.edu.qa.

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Photonic Integrated Circuit And Quantum Computing Rapidly … – Argyle Report

[New York, November 2023] An insightful market analysis report focusing on the Photonic Integrated Circuit And Quantum Computing Market has just been released by StatsNData, serving as a valuable resource for both industry leaders and newcomers. This comprehensive report offers a detailed exploration of the global Photonic Integrated Circuit And Quantum Computing market and its subsegments, providing revenue forecasts and strategic insights that can drive business success in the coming years in ics-semiconductor Industry.

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1.4 Photonic Integrated Circuit And Quantum Computing Market Segmentation by Regions

1.5 Global Market Size (Value) of Photonic Integrated Circuit And Quantum Computing (2018-2029)

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Quantum Computing in Drug Discovery Services Market is booming … – Argyle Report

[New York, November 2023] An insightful market analysis report focusing on the Quantum Computing in Drug Discovery Services Market has just been released by StatsNData, serving as a valuable resource for both industry leaders and newcomers. This comprehensive report offers a detailed exploration of the global Quantum Computing in Drug Discovery Services market and its subsegments, providing revenue forecasts and strategic insights that can drive business success in the coming years in pharma-healthcare Industry.

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Some of the major companies influencing this Quantum Computing in Drug Discovery Services market include:

1QBit, Accenture, Albert Einstein College of Medicine, Alibaba , Amazon Web Services, Anyon Systems, ApexQubit, Aqemia, Astex Pharmaceuticals, AstraZeneca, Atos, Auransa, Aurora Fine Chemicals, Automatski, Biogen , Bleximo, Boehringer Ingelheim, Cambridge Quantum, ChemAlive, Cineca, Cisco, Cleveland Clinic , Cloud Pharmaceuticals , Conifer Point (Acquired by Lodo Therapeutics) , CreativeQuantum, Fujitsu, Good Chemistry , Google, GTN, Hafnium Labs, Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE), IBM , StationQ (Subsidiary of Microsoft, Tata Consultancy Services, Xanadu, XtalPi, Zapata Computing, and others

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1.4 Quantum Computing in Drug Discovery Services Market Segmentation by Regions

1.5 Global Market Size (Value) of Quantum Computing in Drug Discovery Services (2018-2029)

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HARMAN and BITS Pilani Forge Strategic Partnership to Advance … – CXOToday.com

HARMAN, the wholly-owned subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. today announced that its Digital Transformation Solutions strategic business unit has forged a partnership with BITS Pilani to accelerate advancements and industrial adoption in the field of quantum computing. BITS (Birla Institute of Technology & Science), Pilani, one of the most prestigious academic institutions in India, focuses primarily on higher education and research in engineering and sciences. BITS mission is to advance knowledge and educate students in science, technology, and other areas that will best serve the nation and the world in the 21st century. This partnership aims to foster innovation, industry applications, knowledge exchange and research.

Quantum computing is known for its potential to revolutionize industries ranging from pharmaceuticals to cryptography. The synergistic collaboration of HARMAN Digital Transformation Solutions and BITS Pilani will bridge the gap between theoretical advancements and tangible real-world applications.

Dr. Ashutosh Bhatia,a renowned quantum computing expert and faculty member at BITS Pilani stated, Quantum computing represents an emerging paradigm with the potential to address numerous intricate and computationally demanding challenges that classical computers currently struggle with. We anticipate that this partnership between academia and industry will serve as a foundational milestone for advancing research and education in the field of quantum computing within our nation, consequently bridging the talent gap for future quantum programmers in the industry.Dr. Kamlesh Tiwari,an expert in computer vision and machine learning saidWe areeagerly looking forward to utilize the power of quantum computing to take the next leap in the area of AI/ML.

Dr. Jai Ganesh Chief Product Officer, Digital Transformation Solutions, HARMAN said,We are happy to associate with the bright minds at one of the esteemed academic institutions of India, BITS Pilani. Through this partnership, HARMAN will contribute its industry-leading expertise in quantum software development and practical quantum algorithms. Together, we aim to drive advancements that will reshape industries and solve problems previously deemed insurmountable.

Key elements of the collaboration include:

Student Engagement: The partnership will offer students from BITS Pilani unique opportunities at HARMAN to engage with real-world quantum computing challenges, providing them with hands-on experience and a direct pathway to industry collaboration.

Seminars and Workshops: Regular seminars, workshops and knowledge-sharing sessions will facilitate the exchange of ideas, methodologies and emerging trends in quantum computing.

This collaboration exemplifies the growing trend of partnerships between academia and industry, highlighting the collective commitment to advance technology while driving meaningful innovation.

About HARMAN Digital Transformation Solutions

HARMANs Digital Transformation Solutions (DTS) is a strategic business unit dedicated in blending the physical and digital to make technology more dynamic in order to serve the ever-changing human needs. Leveraging our unique Life-ware approach, our team of over 7,000 employees, spread across 12 countries in 45+ locations, with their expertise across hardware, software, and industry domains are transforming everyday experiences for our 200 clients globally. Compliant and certified with international standard/ management system EN 9100:2018 / AS9100D, ISO 9001:2015, ISO 27001:2013, ISO 13485:2016 and appraised at CMMI-DEV 2.0 ML5, HARMAN DTS aims towards helping customers deliver a holistic experience to their customers through the convergence of digital, cross channel user experience, cloud, mobility, insightful data, and internet-of-things backed by scalable underlying IT platforms. Healthcare, Communications, Industrial, Retail, Software, and Hospitality being our key focus areas, we have made significant investments into this space. Leveraging our global delivery approach, IPs, platforms and people, we deploy next generation technology platforms across industries, offer cost savings and deliver innovative solutions to help our clients on their digital journey. To know more, please visithttps://services.harman.com/

About HARMAN

HARMAN (harman.com) designs and engineers connected products and solutions for automakers, consumers, and enterprises worldwide, including connected car systems, audio and visual products, enterprise automation solutions; and services supporting the Internet of Things. With leading brands including AKG, Harman Kardon, Infinity, JBL, Lexicon,

Mark Levinson and Revel, HARMAN is admired by audiophiles, musicians and the entertainment venues where they perform around the world. More than 50 million automobiles on the road today are equipped with HARMAN audio and connected car systems. Our software services power billions of mobile devices and systems that are connected, integrated and secure across all platforms, from work and home to car and mobile. HARMAN has a workforce of approximately 30,000 people across the Americas, Europe, and Asia. In March 2017, HARMAN became a wholly owned subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd

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Revolutionizing quantum technologies with photons made from … – Advanced Science News

Harnessing quantum dots to produce low-energy single photons for applications in secure communications and quantum computing.

A collaborative team of physicists from Finland and Germany has made a groundbreaking discovery that could significantly advance quantum technologies, particularly in the realms ofquantum cryptography and quantum computing.

In the world of quantum technologies, the ability to generate and manipulate individual elementary electromagnetic field components, known as photons, is critical.

For example, quantum cryptography is based on the fundamental principle that its impossible to observe the state of a photon without altering it, meaning the interception of a photon carrying information by an eavesdropper can be easily detected.

However, a challenge arises when two photons are generated which exist in the same quantum state. By intercepting one of them, the eavesdropper could obtain the information carried by the other photon, compromising the security of the communication.

The problem that the field currently faces is in creating single, unique photons as the energy they carry is so small. Overcoming this challenge and producing solitary photons is a complex and demanding scientific and engineering task.

To date, scientists have succeeded in generating single photons, for example, by irradiating defects in the crystal lattice of certain materials with a laser beam, but these particles are too energetic for practical use. Researchers need to generate lower-energy photons, which correspond to longer wavelengths in the electromagnetic spectrum.

In a recent study published in Advanced Quantum Technologies, the team proposed a method of generating single photons in an energy range more suited to telecommunications, which would also allow existing communications infrastructure to be used for quantum cryptography.

Emission wavelengths in the telecommunication spectral window are of particular interest since they offer the least absorption and [] dispersion of photons in optical fibers, wrote the scientists in their study. The experimental implementation of [quantum cryptography] protocols has succeeded in over several hundred kilometers of optical fiber using [particular] laser pulses.

However, the use of weak laser pulses introduces the possibility of producing multiple identical photons, which can be exploited for eavesdropping, necessitating the development of more intricate security protocols.

The scientists therefore took an outside-the-box approach, generating low-energy single photons from gallium antimonide quantum dots.

Quantum dots, which recently won the Nobel Prize in Chemistry, are semiconductor crystals of nanometre dimensions with distinctive conductive properties determined by their size. The gallium-based quantum dots used in the study had radii of 12 nanometers, lending them important optical and physical properties due to subtle quantum mechanical effects.

Based on the specific properties of electrons in gallium antimonide, which are responsible for emitting electromagnetic waves, the physicists hypothesized that quantum dots made from it could be an excellent source of single, low-energy photons.

Their experiments, in which they irradiated the quantum dots with an infrared laser, proved successful and led to the generation of single photons in the same quantum state and with wavelengths that correspond to the telecommunications range.

Non-classical light sources are a major building block in quantum communication applications as well as for photonic quantum computing, the authors wrote. Compared to several other physical systems, like vacancy centers in diamond and trapped atoms, which can provide single photons, [] quantum dots offer superior optical properties, like low multi-photon contribution and high indistinguishability.

Not only could quantum dots allow scientists to harness and optimize existing fiber-optic networks and satellites for secure quantum communications, but they may drive advancement in quantum computing, which uses single photons as qubits, elementary units of information.

Reference: Johannes Michl, et al., Strain-Free GaSb Quantum Dots as Single-Photon Sources in the Telecom S-Band, Advanced Quantum Technologies (2023). DOI: 10.1002/qute.202300180

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Queensland Researchers At Forefront Of Quantum Computer Leap – The Australian Business Journal

In the race to build better, cheaper and faster quantum computers, two Queensland researchers are leading the way.

They havemanaged to shrink a critical computing component from the size a match box down to a tenth of the width of a human hair the size needed for quantum computing.

Better still, componentsthat once cost thousands of dollars to buy can now be produced for a fraction of the cost and quantum computers will need millions of them.

So were in the midst of a second quantum revolution, where were taking all the parts of quantum mechanics and turning them from lab curiosities into working technologies that let us do things we couldnt do up until now, said Professor Andrew White from the University of Queenslands (UQ) Centre for Engineer Quantum Systems.

Were using all the features of quantum mechanics to enable new technologies.

The full explanation is a lot more complicated, but the two UQ researchers have now managed to launch Queenslands first Quantum Computing company that makes miniaturised components with real world applications.

The component is called a microwave circulator.

It is described as a roundabout for microwave signals, where the signal comes in and is re-routed to another direction.

Pioneered at UQ,the microscopic versions are being commercialised by the researchers under the business name Analogue Quantum Circuits.

Analogue Quantum Circuits (AQC) are using quantum phenomena to shrink a microwave circulator,, Professor White said.

(AQC) will get millions [of circulators]onto a chip, and theyll cost cents to make.

The parts are commonplace in communications technology, but traditionally cost a small fortune each.

Each microscopic component is made inside a special freezer that cools to 100 times colder than outer space.

These calculations are extremely fragile, so they simply dont survive at room temperature, Associate Professor Federov said.

And this is the reason why we dont see quantum effects in our everyday life.

So to take advantage of that, we actually need to create conditions which are very, very special, and everything is extremely quiet.

The super cold environment is needed to eliminate all noise and tiny vibrations that could disturb the manufacture of such small devices.

Professor Tom Stace is the other co-founder of AQC and one of the researchers behind miniaturising the circulator.

He said Quantum computers needed to send and receive signals between quantum bits or qubits.

We know that we need hundreds of thousands of qubits, or millions of qubits in order to make a scalable, useful quantum computer, Professor Stace said.

There needs to be millions of circulators to help the qubits talk to each other.

Were the first company thats working internationally to commercialise that scientific research in circulators into a thing that can be used in future quantum computers.

That means that Queensland, if we invest now, can be a key player in that industry over not just the next decade, but long into the future.

Professor Halina Rubinsztein-Dunlop from the Centre said it wasexciting to see physics being turned into practical applications.

Its one thing to be clever and do new physics and publish fabulous paper(s), and another thing to actually get a gizmo going that will bring advances into technology and society, Professor Rubinsztein-Dunlop said.

We are creating industry, (a) new quantum industry for Australia and what it brings is a lot of jobs for society.

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Quantum Computing has the ability to revolutionize Global Air Cargo … – CXOToday.com

Jaideep Mirchandani, Chairman of aviation conglomerate Sky One FZE, hopes to see the aviation industry harnessing the latest technologies like quantum computing to solve complex challenges of Global Air Cargo and change the future of aviation with improved inventory management, minimizing waste, and enhance overall efficiency

Global air cargo operations, with their intricate logistics and the need to adapt to ever-changing conditions, present a multifaceted challenge for the aviation industry. With the explosion of e-commerce, these challenges have amplified, creating the need for a paradigm shift led by new technology like quantum computing. Though still at a nascent stage, this cutting-edgetechnology, hasthe potential to revolutionize various industries, including aviation, by processing complex data at unprecedented speeds.

Quantum computing, with its unmatched computational capabilities, is sure to untangle the complications of supply chain management, capacity optimization, security, documentation, & permission, as well as basic tracking for operators as well as customers. I look forward to a tech-based solution that can boost operations globally in a sustainable manner, said Jaideep Mirchandani, Chairman of aviation conglomerate Sky One FZE.

By using the principles of quantum mechanics to process and store data in a fundamentally different way from classical computers it has the potential to revolutionize the industry. A recent report published by the European Commission stated that, when used to optimise airline schedules, quantum computing can create efficient travel plans for thousands of passengers, making journeys quicker, more cost-effective, and fuel-efficient.

While practical, large-scale quantum computers are not yet widely available, researchers and companies are working on building more powerful and accessible systems It is expected to have a significant impact on aviation in the future, from calculating the best routes for fuel consumption to cargo optimization and logistics. Another aspect is the security and documentation of cargo to ensure not just permissions but also live tracking. Global air cargo needs the support of integrated solutions and advanced computing, which is sure to give companies a competitive edge in an industry where effective logistics are crucial for success, Mr. Mirchandani added.

Recently, Quantum South, a quantum computing company, released the newest version of its cargo optimization software, which employs quantum-inspired algorithms to ascertain the optimal strategy for packing a consignment into an aircraft. With the help of quantum algorithms, the software considers multiple interrelated factors affecting optimal loading, such as maximum weight and length, the center of gravity, sheer, and shape of the airframe, ensuring compliance with necessary restrictions.

The positive response within the airline industry to such software 0points to anexciting outlookfor the use of advanced quantum technology and working towards increasing operational efficiency. We expect more such tools to propel air cargo transportation towards a more efficient and environmentally sustainable future, added Mirchandani.

A recentMarkets and Markets research, the global quantum computing market is projected to be valued at US$ 866 million in 2023 and is anticipated to reach US$ 4,375 million by 2028, exhibiting an impressive CAGR of 38.3 percent over the next five years.

Mirchandani reiterated that with its capacity to process vast amounts of data rapidly, quantum computing can aid airlines beyond just number-crunching Referring to recent developments in which technical giants like IBM are launching a weather forecasting system integrated with quantum computing, Mr. Mirchandani noted, Quantum-based precise weather forecasting will also help cargo airlines avoid adverse weather conditions and minimize delays.

While the quantum computing ecosystem is still evolving, reports indicate that major aircraft manufacturers have already established partnerships with computing companies to jointly undertake aircraft-loading projects. These initiatives primarily aim to leverage quantum technology in the aerospace services industry, with a focus on enhancing fuel efficiency and cargo loading. Sky One FZE Chairman added that, Once the early use cases begin to emerge, we can analyze the positive effects of such initiatives across various facets of the aviation industry and implement them, concludes the aviation visionary.

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The Government Needs Fast Data: Why is the Federal Reserve … – insideBIGDATA

Back in May of this year, the Federal Reserve was deciding whether to hike interest rates yet again. Evercore ISI strategistssaid in a note that, The absence of any such preparation [for a raise] is the signal and gives us additional confidence that the Fed is not going to hike in June absent a very big surprise in the remaining data, though we should expect a hawkish pause.

Well, they were right. The Federal Reserveultimately decidedto keep its key interest rate at about 5% after ten consecutive meetings during which it was hiked. This brings about an important question: Should there ever be very big surprises (or any surprises, for that matter) in the data on which the Fed bases these critical decisions?

In my opinion, the answer is no. There shouldnt ever be a question of making an incorrect economic decision because the right dataisindeed available. But the truth is, the Federal Reserve has been basing most of its decisions on stale, outdated data.

Why? The Fed uses a measure of core inflation to make its most important decisions, and that measure is derived from surveys conducted by the Bureau of Labor Statistics. While they may also have some privileged information the public isnt privy to, by nature, surveys take a while to administer. By the time the data is processed and cleaned up, its essentially already a month old.

Everyone can agree that having faster, more up-to-date data would be ideal in this situation. But the path to getting there isnt linear: Itll require some tradeoffs, taking a hard look at flaws in current processes, and a significant shift in mindset that the Fed may not be ready for.

Here are some things to consider:

Fast vs accurate: We need to find a happy medium

At some point, the Fed will need to decide whether its worth trying a new strategy of using fast, imperfect data in place of the data generated by traditional survey methods. The latter may offer more statistical control, but it becomes stale quickly.

Making the switch to using faster data will require a paradigm shift: Survey data has been the gold standard for decades at this point, and many people find comfort in its perceived accuracy. However, any data can fall prey to biases.

Survey data isnt a silver bullet

Theres a commonly held belief that surveys are conducted very carefully and adjusted for biases, while fast data that comes from digital sources can never be truly representative. While this may be the case some of the time, survey biases are a well-documented phenomenon. No one solution is perfect, but the difference is that the problems associated with survey data have existed for decades and people have become comfortable with them. When confronted with the issues posed by modern methods, they are much more risk-averse.

In my mind, the Feds proclivity toward survey data has a lot to do with the fact that most people working within the organization are economists, not computer scientists, developers, or data scientists (who are more accustomed to working with other data sources). While theres a wealth of theoretical knowledge in this space, theres also a lack of data engineering and data science talent, which may soon need to change.

A cultural shift needs to occur

We need a way to balance both accuracy and forward momentum. What might this look like? To start, it would be great to see organizations like the U.S. Census, the Bureau of Labor Statistics, and the Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA) release more experimental economic trackers. Were already starting to see this here and there: For example, the BEAreleased a trackerthat monitors consumer spending.

Traditionally, these agencies have been very conservative in their approach to data, understandably shying away from methods that might produce inaccurate results. But in doing so, theyve been holding themselves to an impossibly high bar at the cost of speed. They may be forced to reconsider this approach soon, though. For years, theres beena steady declinein federal survey response rates. How can the government collect accurate economic data if businesses and other entities arent readily providing it?

When it comes down to it, weve become accustomed to methodologies that have existed for decades because were comfortable with their level of error. But by continuing to rely solely on these methods, we may actually end up incurring more error as things like response rates continue to fall. We need to stay open to the possibility that relying on faster, external data sources might be the necessary next step to making more sound economic decisions.

About the Author

Alex Izydorczyk is the founder and CEO ofCybersyn, the data-as-a-service companymaking the worlds economic data available to businesses, governments, and entrepreneurs onSnowflake Marketplace. With more than seven years of experience leading the data science team at Coatue, a $70 billion investment manager,Alex brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the table. As the architect of Coatues data science practice, he led a team of over 40 people in leveraging external data to drive investment decisions. Alexs background in private equity data infrastructure also includes an investment in Snowflake. His passion for real-time economic data led him to start Cybersyn in 2022.

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New training centre will bridge the gap between environmental … – University of Oxford

The UK is in a strong position to harness the power of AI to transform many aspects of our lives for the better. Crucial to this endeavour is nurturing the talented people and teams we need to apply AI to a broad spectrum of challenges, from healthy aging to sustainable agriculture, ensuring its responsible and trustworthy adoption.

Professor Dame Ottoline Leyser, UKRI Chief Executive

The Intelligent Earth Centre is one of a cohort of twelve new UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) CDTs in AI, based at 16 universities.

Michelle Donelan, Secretary of State for Science, Innovation, and Technology, said: The UK is at the very front of the global race to turn AIs awesome potential into a giant leap forward for peoples quality of life and productivity at work, all while ensuring this technology works safely, ethically, and responsibly. The plans we are announcing today will future-proof our nations skills base, meaning we can reap the benefits of AI as it continues to develop. At the same time, we are taking the first steps to put the power of this technology to work, for good, across Government and society.

Addressing a skills gap between AI and environmental science

The remarkable breakthroughs in AI and machine learning over recent decades offer the potential to revolutionize environmental research and provide novel solutions to address Earths environmental crises from climate change and biodiversity loss, to pollution and clean energy. However, this is currently restricted by a crucial skills gap: environmental scientists often lack expertise in data sciences, limiting their ability to leverage AI and machine learning tools, whereas data scientists typically do not have specific knowledge in environmental sciences.

Professor Philip Stier (Department of Physics, University of Oxford), Director for The Intelligent Earth Centre, said: Traditional, siloed training in environmental and data science has created a bottleneck for UK leadership in science, innovation, and entrepreneurship in this emergent space. Hence, the Intelligent Earth Centre will meet the urgent need for interdisciplinary training at the interface between the environment and AI.

The new centre has been funded by a major 12 million grant from UKRI, with additional funding from the University of Oxford and a wide range of partners, including IBM, Google, DeepMind, the European Space Agency, Planet, the Met Office, Trillium Technologies (FDL Europe), and the Satellite Applications Catapult. These partners will host the Centres students for placements, enabling them to develop their skills further.

An interdisciplinary initiative

The Intelligent Earth Centre will be intrinsically interdisciplinary, delivering tailored training in both environmental science and data science, and facilitating ambitious, intersectoral projects. Following a rigorous taught programme covering AI tools, frameworks, and environmental datasets, students will work in interdisciplinary groups to tackle grand challenges in environmental science with increasing complexity. Such applications of AI could include next generation climate models that run at a fraction of the computational cost and environmental footprint, automated tracking of biodiversity loss and unregulated pollution sources from space, or rapid alert systems for environmental disasters.

Professor Stier added: Not only will The Intelligent Earth Centre provide highly qualified graduates for a wide range of industries, but we also expect our own students to drive innovation and found their own start-ups, supported by the programmes dedicated training in enterprise, impact, and responsible AI.

AI is rapidly transforming environmental sciences allowing to scale existing research to unseen levels and to enter entirely new areas of research. Innovation in this area will be increasingly limited by the access to highly skilled graduates - the graduates of The Intelligent Earth Centre will contribute to fill this gap.

Professor Philip Stier, Director for The Intelligent Earth Centre

The Centre will have two entry streams for applicants: one for numerate candidates from environmental science backgrounds and the other for environmentally-driven candidates from computer science, data science, mathematics, statistics, or physics backgrounds. The first PhD positions will start in September 2024 and will open for applications soon with a deadline in January 2024. All details will be provided on The Intelligent Earth website.

Associate Professor Hannah Christensen (Department of Physics), who will lead on Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion for The Intelligent Earth Centre, said: Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion spans all our activities, from the way we admit, teach, and assess our students, to the timing and choice of cross-cohort social events. Were also proud of our widening access initiatives, which include internships for candidates from underrepresented backgrounds, access scholarships through our Africa Oxford and Academic Futures programmes as well as our ambitious partnership with the African Institute for Mathematical Sciences.

UKRI AI Centre for Doctoral Training in AI for the Environment (Intelligent Earth) involves the following University of Oxford Departments: Physics, Biology, Computer Science, Earth Sciences, Engineering Science, Statistics, and the School of Geography and the Environment. It is a collaboration with the following non-academic partners: IBM, Google, DeepMind, NVIDIA, ESA, Planet, Met Office, Trillium Technologies (FDL Europe), UK Centre for Ecology & Hydrology, National Centre for Atmospheric Science, On the Edge, Natural State, ConservationXLabs, and Satellite Applications Catapult.

More information can be found on The Intelligent Earth Centre website.

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UNIST, Ulsan Big Data Center Probe Innovation in Industrial Ulsan – Mirage News

In the era of digital transformation, UNIST and Ulsan Research Institute (Ulsan Big Data Center) joined forces to host an international symposium, which delves into future innovation in Ulsan, the industrial powerhouse of South Korea. This thought-provoking event, entitled 'International Symposium on the Role of Industrial Engineering and Data Science in Transforming Local Industries and Communities' took place at UNIST Haedong Hall on November 2, aiming to foster collaboration between academia and industry to address immediate challenges facing Ulsan.

The symposium commenced with a congratulatory speech by UNIST Vice President Jaiyong Lee, highlighting the university's commitment to leading the 4th Industrial Revolution in Korea and Ulsan. Vice President Lee emphasized the application of high-value-added technologies to the industry, job creation, and economic value in Ulsan.

UNIST Vice President Jaiyong Lee, delivering a congratulatory speech at the symposium.

In his congratulatory speech, Vice President Lee expressed that "UNIST, being a research-oriented university at the forefront of the 4th Industrial Revolution in Korea and Ulsan, is committed to the application of high-value-added technologies in various industries." He also emphasized the university's dedication to generating employment opportunities and contributing to the economic growth of Ulsan through the creation of significant economic value.

Distinguished speakers from home and abroad shared innovation cases in crucial industries, such as manufacturing, energy, transport logistics, and healthcare.

Professor Jianjun Shi from Georgia Tech is introducing an exemplary case of industrial innovation in manufacturing during the symposium.

Notable presentations included Professor Jianjun Shi from Georgia Tech, Professor Byun Eun-shin from the University of Michigan, and Professor Hyojung Kang from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (UIUC), who discussed overseas innovation cases in manufacturing, energy, and healthcare, respectively.

On the domestic front, Director Jae-Young Sim from UNIST AI Innovation Park and Professor Sang Jin Kweon from the Department of Industrial Engineering at UNIST showcased several industrial innovation cases. Director Sim focused on industrial artificial intelligence development, while Professor Kweon presented a case on optimizing decision-making to improve transportation and logistics infrastructure in Ulsan.

Ulsan University and Ulsan Research Institute (Ulsan Big Data Center) also contributed to the symposium by sharing their digital transformation and future innovation cases. Dean Cho Ji-woon of Academic Affairs at University of Ulsan, discussed industry-academic cooperation in the Ulsan region, while Director Jae Young Park of Ulsan Research Institute (Ulsan Big Data Center) presented a case study on Ulsan's public big data analysis.

Group photograph taken at the 'International Symposium on the Role of Industrial Engineering and Data Science in Transforming Local Industries and Communities' on November 2, 2023.

Furthermore, an engaging panel discussion on the "Industrial, Academic, and Research Cooperation Plan to Solve Ulsan's Problems" was held. Esteemed panelists included Professor Jianjun Shi, Dean Chi-Woon Cho of Academic Affairs at the University of Ulsan, Professor Sang Jin Kweon, and Research Fellow Sang Rak Kim from Ulsan Research Institute.

An official from UNIST and Ulsan Research Institute expressed their enthusiasm, stating, "We have provided a platform to address industrial challenges by leveraging digital technologies such as data science and artificial intelligence, crucial for elevating Ulsan's status as the industrial capital." They further added, "We plan to make this symposium an annual event to disseminate the outcomes and foster continued progress."

The symposium was hosted by UNIST and co-hosted by the Ulsan Research Institute, with the participation of Ulsan Metropolitan City as a sponsor. Attendees included approximately 80 representatives from government agencies, companies, and educational institutions from Ulsan and other regions.

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