October 2, 2024

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ThinkND Gamechangers: Decoding AI

Did you miss the ThinkND Gamechangers virtual event, “Decoding AI”? A full recording of the event is now available. A panel of experts, including Nitesh Chawla, founding director of the Lucy Family Institute for Data & Society, dives into what’s coming and the impact on how we work, learn, and live. Join the discussion to hear their insights into the opportunities, risks, and ethical implications surrounding AI.

Research Project Outcomes: A vision for inclusive educational technology

The potential of artificial intelligence in education is immense, reshaping the traditional learning environment. Digital tools create more dynamic and interactive lessons, boosting engagement and enjoyment while significantly enhancing accessibility.

However, as the educational landscape rapidly evolves, an important question arises: Are students’ voices—the very individuals these innovations aim to benefit—being heard and considered? Supported by the Notre Dame-IBM Technology Ethics Lab, Data Privacy Brasil seeks a more inclusive approach to choosing and implementing educational technologies, prioritizing students’ voices in decision-making.

The Health Equity Data Science Challenge

Deadline to Sign-Up: FRIDAY October 4, 2024

Hosted by the Lucy Family Institute for Data & Society and the Berthiaume Institute for Precision Health, the Health Equity Data Challenge is an opportunity for undergraduate student teams to tackle an interesting, data-driven question related to health equity.

The Science Coalition Fund It Forward Student Video Challenge

Deadline: October 25, 2024

This competition invites undergraduate and graduate students from The Science Coalition member institutions to create a brief video explaining why science matters, and why Congress should continue to invest in fundamental research. Download the flyer here.

The Science Coalition (TSC) is a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization comprising more than 50 of the nation's leading research universities including ours. TSC aims to sustain robust federal funding for fundamental research.

"The Lucy Family Institute will be an intellectual and interdisciplinary beacon that produces impactful and equitable data-driven solutions for the good of society."

– Nitesh Chawla, Founding Director