The AI+X Summit is the premier AI research and development event in the German-speaking part of Switzerland. Organized by ETH AI Center with ZHAW and the University of Zurich as academic partners, it showcases AI innovations, fosters collaboration, and promotes discussions on the future of AI.
Why Attend:
- Advanced Knowledge: Gain insights from leading experts and innovative projects.
- Networking Opportunities: Connect with professionals, academics, and industry leaders.
- Hands-On Experience: Participate in workshops and see AI demonstrations.
- Collaboration: Engage in discussions that shape the future of AI.
Tracks Overview
Track #1: AI in Finance
Examines recent trends in AI within the financial sector, focusing on bank transformations, technology strategies, and applications in capital and real estate markets.
Host: Prof. Peter Schwendner, ZHAW
Track #2: Revolutionizing Urban Mobility: Smart Solutions for Smart Cities
Explores future-centric solutions for city transportation systems, including algorithmic fairness, traffic optimization, and the role of open data for sustainable urban mobility.
Hosts: Prof. John Lygeros and Prof. Florian Dörfler
Speakers: Prof. Emilio Frazzoli, Head of Center for Sustainable Future Mobility
Track #3: Human-centric Computer Vision for Mixed Reality (Part 1)
Focuses on advances in computer vision for mixed reality, covering applications like medical AR, telepresence, and immersive entertainment, with practical demonstrations.
Host: Prof. Philipp Fürnstahl
Track #4: Human-centered Design Beyond Interfaces
Discusses designing AI with human work in mind, enhancing job quality in healthcare, construction, and railways, with interactive talks and a workshop on AI-driven work transformation.
Host: Prof. Gudela Grote
Track #5: Open Source LLMs and the Swiss AI Initiative
Explores the Swiss AI Initiative's efforts in building Generative AI Foundation Models, including LLMs and climate models, leveraging significant computational resources.
Host: Prof. Antoine Bosselut, EPFL
Track #6: Intelligence Augmentation
Covers human-AI collaboration, featuring state-of-the-art interfaces, a keynote on current research, and an interactive workshop for engaging with collaboration interfaces.
Host: Prof. Menna El-Assady
Track #7: Generative AI
Provides an overview of generative AI developments, including tech and legal aspects, real use cases, and future societal impacts.
Host: Prof. Thilo Stadelmann, ZHAW
Track #8: Responsible AI
Discusses AI's ethical, legal, and technical dimensions, focusing on mitigating bias, promoting fairness, and ensuring AI transparency and safety, with interactive workshops.
Hosts: Prof. Anikó Hannák and Prof. Florent Thouvenin, UZH-DSI
Track #9: AI for Science
Showcases AI applications in scientific research, from medical data analysis to weather prediction and engineering design, including presentations and a panel discussion.
Host: Prof. Siddharta Mishra
Track #10: Human-centric Computer Vision for Mixed Reality (Part 2)
Continues the exploration of human-centric computer vision, highlighting advanced applications in mixed reality, biomedical fields, and personalized health.
Host: Prof. Philipp Fürnstahl
Track #11: Systems for Cost-Efficient AI
Examines software infrastructure for efficient AI model training and serving, discussing current advances and upcoming challenges.
Host: Prof. Ana Klimovic
Track #12: Fostering Equitable and Inclusive Technology Innovation
Addresses systemic barriers and fosters diversity in tech innovation, exploring strategies for equitable technology ecosystems, bringing together various stakeholders.
Host: Prof. Inge Hermann
Engagement
Participants can expect a dynamic atmosphere with opportunities for interactive learning, networking, and collaboration. The event aims to bridge gaps between different sectors and create a holistic environment for AI advancement.
