IA Systems Lab

Our lab brings together a multidisciplinary team with expertise in areas that help organizations understand, manage, and utilize these technologies both at an individual and systematic level, focusing specifically on intelligent automation systems (IA systems).

We are based in the Centre for Networks and Enterprise Excellence (CNEE) at Heriot-Watt University.
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Come say hello!

IA Systems LabIASLab@mstdn.business
2024-11-21

Join us on 27th November for an exclusive online workshop aimed at manufacturers like YOU to boost your business with digital transformation. Supported by the Smart Manufacturing Data Hub Lighthouse Fund, this event offers:

βœ… Expert-led sessions from leading manufacturing specialists.
βœ… Interactive discussions for practical tips to enhance operations.
βœ… Operational Excellence Surgery: Solve real-world challenges with experts.

πŸ“… Register here eventbrite.co.uk/e/bringing-le..

IA Systems LabIASLab@mstdn.business
2024-11-07

Data visualization should simplify presenting data, not complicate it. Intuitive visuals help you quickly tell the story behind the numbers. Join DataLab's webinar to learn practical tips from a data visualization consultant. Gain confidence to:

βœ… Choose the right graph type
βœ… Style it to emphasize the story
βœ… Annotate to highlight key points
Learn to design clear, memorable graphs. Don’t miss this chance to enhance your data visualization skills. Register here: community.thedatalab.com/event

IA Systems LabIASLab@mstdn.business
2024-10-31

Are you a Doctoral Researcher in Data Science and AI? Join PhD Connect 2024, a 2-day conference by The Alan Turing Institute, on November 21-22, 2024, at the Horizon in Leeds. Connect with UK researchers, showcase your work, and tackle real-world challenges. Expand your horizons and impact Data Science and AI.

Register here: turing.ac.uk/events/phd-connec

IA Systems LabIASLab@mstdn.business
2024-10-17

πŸš€ Dive into the Future of AI! πŸš€

Join us for the Liverpool Virtual Seminar Series on Data Intensive Science!

πŸ—“ When: 12 Nov 2024, 15:00pm (London)
πŸŽ™ Speakers: Antonella Perini, Dr. Ann Borda, Smera Jayadeva from The Alan Turing Institute

Explore the AI Ethics and Governance in Practice Programme. Engage with experts on how to develop AI that's ethical and safe. 🌍

Be part of the conversation shaping tomorrow's AI. Let's innovate responsibly! 🌟

Register now
indico.ph.liv.ac.uk/event/735/

IA Systems LabIASLab@mstdn.business
2024-10-10

πŸŽ“ Join us for an enlightening evening at the CTMF Flagship Lecture with Professor C. Thi Nguyen on Friday, 18 October at Edinburgh Futures Institute & Online.

Explore how technology can redefine our values through intriguing concepts like value capture and value collapse. Doors open at 17:45 for this event focusing on ethics, technology, and philosophy in our digital age. Register now for the lecture and networking event.eventbrite.co.uk/e/ctmf-flagsh

#intelligentautomationsystems #technology

IA Systems LabIASLab@mstdn.business
2024-10-03

πŸš€ Unlock the Future of Work with Data & AI! πŸš€

Join the Data Lab event led by Anna Ashton-Scott! Dive into how data and AI can transform your professional world. Whether you're an employer, employee, educator, or student, this is an opportunity to add your voice to the conversation on 🌟

πŸ”Ή Transforming HR Strategies
πŸ”Ή Embracing Continuous Learning
πŸ”Ή Avoiding Skill Gaps & Boosting Training Impact

Sign up here shorturl.at/LUiHs
#intelligentautomationsystems #DataLiteracy #AI

IA Systems LabIASLab@mstdn.business
2024-09-26

πŸš€ Academics: Collaborate with Industry through Interface! 🀝

Join Louise Arnold and Howell Davies from Interface for a session on connecting with businesses, securing funding, and applying research to real-world problems. Interface facilitates collaborations between academia and industry in Scotland. Mark your calendars for the 9th of October 2024 at 8:00 am. The event will take place at Showcase Area- Level 1 GRID, Heriot-Watt University.

Register now here eventbrite.co.uk/e/industry-co

IA Systems LabIASLab@mstdn.business
2024-09-03

The current political climate raises discussions on how Data and AI can revolutionize the media sector, from automating news creation and personalising content. However, the emergence of deepfakes and synthetic media poses challenges to the credibility of news and the proliferation of misinformation. The Bayes Centre will host a Data & AI Meetup on September 19, 2024, to explore the impact of these technologies on politics and media. To learn more and register, visit buff.ly/3Z91Hk3.

IA Systems LabIASLab@mstdn.business
2024-08-29

Fancy some free informal regulatory advice on bringing your digital/AI-driven product to market?

Join the Digital Regulation Cooperation Forum (DRCF) on September 18th to learn about the AI and Digital Hub, a free service to provide tailored answers to cross-regulatory questions. This is an opportunity to bring innovations to market responsibly with the support of regulatory bodies.

Find out more and sign up here: buff.ly/3T5FzDj.
#intelligentautomationsystems #regtech

IA Systems LabIASLab@mstdn.business
2024-08-27

πŸ“† AI WORKSHOP ALERT πŸ“†

Join Semarchy and The AI Journal online on 12th September to learn how to transform data into a reliable resource for AI success. Discover data preparation steps, the importance of Master Data Management in AI, and solutions for data chaos. Understand the crucial role of MDM and data governance in AI.

Find out more here: buff.ly/3MjIp3x.
#intelligentautomationsystems

IA Systems LabIASLab@mstdn.business
2024-08-22

πŸ“† BayesAI workshop πŸ“†

BayesAI is a workshop on probabilistic and Bayesian aspects of artificial intelligence to be held at Lancaster University from midday Monday, 23rd September to midday Thursday, 26th September. The workshop seeks to catalyse research at the interface of Bayesian statistics and artificial intelligence. There is an opportunity to present in a poster session.
Find out more and register here turing.ac.uk/events/bayesai-wo

IA Systems LabIASLab@mstdn.business
2024-08-20

πŸ“† UPCOMING EVENT πŸ“†

An upcoming online event "The Age of AI - How to Survive and Thrive in the Working World" will take place on the 22nd of August. This event will feature global alumni and industry experts discussing the impact of Artificial Intelligence (AI) on the future workforce and providing practical advice on navigating new technologies. Register here: buff.ly/3yKX6JU.

IA Systems LabIASLab@mstdn.business
2024-08-15

The upcoming machine learning conference in science on August 21st to 22nd aims to promote knowledge exchange, foster partnerships, and advance research. Key themes include AI security, machine learning in healthcare, and climate sustainability. An award will be given for the best poster presentation. For more information and registration, visit mlinscience.gitlab.io/conferen

IA Systems LabIASLab@mstdn.business
2024-08-13

The Lovelace-Hodgkin Symposium aims to produce tangible outcomes, including a collaborative vision for an ethical framework for inclusive AI. This year participants will also have an opportunity to contribute to developing an online interactive course on the ethical use of AI whilst engaging in insightful discussions with experts and professionals about ethical considerations for universities and higher education. Find out more gla.ac.uk/research/az/datascie

IA Systems LabIASLab@mstdn.business
2024-08-06

πŸ“† Upcoming conference on Disinformation and Deepfakes use in Elections
With multiple democratic elections occurring worldwide this year, the impact of AI and data can result in both positive and negative outcomes. This event promises a detailed examination of the use of deep fakes and the spread of misinformation in influencing election results.'Find more about this event here
eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-scotsma

IA Systems LabIASLab@mstdn.business
2024-07-31

From powering Google Maps to tracking your favourite food delivery orders, geospatial data is everywhere driving delivery tracking, weather forecasting, fitness tracking, and more. Join the DataLab as they dive into the innovative world of geospatial data during this launch event for the fringe festival. Find out more and register here
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IA Systems LabIASLab@mstdn.business
2024-07-31

Hear perspectives from experts on various topics regarding the complex relationship between artificial intelligence, data, and the democratic process. With multiple democratic elections occurring worldwide this year, the impact of AI and data can result in both positive and negative outcomes. This event promises a detailed examination of the use of deepfakes and the spread of misinformation in influencing election results.'Find more about this event here
buff.ly/3WK6qqC
#ai

IA Systems LabIASLab@mstdn.business
2024-06-04

Some of our members will be attending this free, but very valuable event organised by BCS Edinburgh on Wednesday the 5th. Will you be attending?
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IA Systems LabIASLab@mstdn.business
2024-05-30

We are hiring! We have 3 PhD roles available on intelligent automation systems adoption/design, digital technology and AI in sustainable stakeholder value co-creation, and business performance as part of the School of Social Sciences at Heriot-Watt University.

This is a PhD Scholarship with Graduate Teaching Assistantship based in the Edinburgh Business School.

Applications can be submitted up to midnightβ€―(UK time)β€―Wednesday the 10th of July 2024.

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IA Systems LabIASLab@mstdn.business
2024-05-28

The EU AI Act has finally been launched last week, and is but waiting for final signatures. The Future of Life Institute have a good update about it here:

open.substack.com/pub/artifici

#ai #airegulation #intelligentautomation

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