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Data Science and Artificial Intelligence at Utrecht University
Data Science and Artificial Intelligence (AI) play an increasingly important role across all the faculties and strategic themes of Utrecht University. This website presents an overview of the research, education, news, backgrounds, events, and collaborations in these dynamic fields at Utrecht University.
Long Read: From Human to Data Point to a Target of Kamikaze Drones
In the latest issues of two weekly news magazines, RAW researchers trace the realities of the use of algorithmic and autonomous warfare in Gaza and beyond.
“Parliament must gain control over the use of algorithms”
PhD researcher Juliette Ermers from the AI Lab for Public Services is investigating how Parliament can gain control over the algorithmic implementation of legislation.
How 3D scans reveal the art historical secrets of the Grote Kerk Naarden
Sanne Frequin and Daantje Meuwissen discuss their research on the ceiling paintings of the Grote Kerk Naarden with the use of a 3D model.
“I don’t know,” says the trustworthy algorithm
Pınar Yolum advocates for trustworthy AI: systems that demonstrate certain properties that allow people to trust their results.
“When it comes to digital culture, we need to look at the Global South”
90 per cent of young people live outside the West and are using and generating data, and much of our current day innovations are emerging there. When looking at artificial intelligence (AI) and digital cultures, it is inevitable to look at the Global South, not in an extractive, but a co-creative way, newly appointed Professor of Inclusive AI Cultures Payal Arora states.
Major DNA changes important in colorectal cancer
A multidisciplinary research team led by Utrecht professor Sanne Abeln has used AI technology to discover that large changes in the DNA of cancer cells are just as important as small changes. This insight could lead to more effective treatments for the disease. Abeln will deliver her inaugural lecture on March 8th.
Utrecht University developed performance review: “Structural evaluation of AI is needed”
A project team led by Utrecht University examined how companies can monitor their AI applications.
Unboxing the black box of AI
The promises of artificial intelligence (AI) are huge, and their possibilities endless. But can we really trust machines with our lives? If they act on our behalf, will they do so in a responsible way? What happens when we fail to tackle bias and discrimination? At Utrecht University we work to design better, more responsible and trustworthy AI systems.
