KEYNOTE TALK SERIES
M. Reza Alam
(Vice Chair, Equity & Inclusion, Professor of Mechanical Engineering, UC Berkeley)
Bio : M. Reza Alam is an Assistant Professor of Mechanical Engineering. His research interests include Theoretical Fluid Dynamics, Nonlinear Wave Mechanics, Ocean and Coastal Waves Phenomena, Ocean Renewable Energy (Wave, Tide and Offshore Wind Energy), Nonlinear Dynamical Systems, and Fluid Flow Control.
Title for Talk: Distributed Measurement of Ocean Waves for Smart Steering
Oussama Khatib
(Professor, Stanford University)
Bio: Prof Dr. Oussama Khatib received his PhD from Sup’Aero, Toulouse, France, in 1980. He is Professor of Computer Science and Director of the Robotics Laboratory at Stanford University. His research in robotics focuses on novel control architectures, algorithms, sensing, and human-friendly designs for advanced capabilities in complex environments. With an emphasis on enabling robots to interact cooperatively and safely with humans and the physical world, these studies bring understanding of human movement for therapy, athletic training, and performance enhancement. This work on understanding human cognitive task representation and physical skills is enabling transfer for increased robot autonomy. With these core capabilities, we are exploring applications in healthcare and wellness, industry and service, farms and smart cities, and dangerous and unreachable settings – deep in oceans, mines, and space. He is President of the International Foundation of Robotics Research (IFRR) and a Fellow of IEEE. He is Editor of the Springer Tracts in Advanced Robotics (STAR) series, and the Springer Handbook of Robotics, awarded the American Publishers Award for Excellence in Physical Sciences and Mathematics. He is recipient of the IEEE Robotics and Automation (IEEE/RAS) Pioneering Award (for his fundamental contributions in robotics research, visionary leadership, and life-long commitment to the field), the IEEE/RAS George Saridis Leadership Award, the Distinguished Service Award, the Japan Robot Association (JARA) Award, the Rudolf Kalman Award, the IEEE Technical Field Award, and the Engelberger Award. Professor Khatib is a member of the National Academy of Engineering.
Title for Talk: HUMAN-ROBOT COLLABORATION: EXTREME ENVIRONMENT, HEALTH CARE, AND THE WORKPLACE
Bruce Yang
(Senior Director, Head of AI & Machine Learning, SHEIN Technology LLC)
Bio: Prof Dr. Bruce Yang is the Head of AI & Machine Learning at SHEIN Technology LLC, where he spearheads the application of Generative AI (GenAI) into e-commerce, transforming the fast fashion industry. Since joining in 2022, Bruce has redefined e-commerce applications through several AI-driven systems, boosting business efficiency, driving growth, and ensuring data reliability and compliance.
Bruce’s career spans three critical AI revolutions: web 1.0 (web search), web 2.0 (mobile transition), and web 3.0 (AI at everything). His innovative work has consistently driven industry-leading solutions. Beginning with his AI research at Stanford University, Bruce has always focused on applying AI to real-world challenges.
Before SHEIN, Bruce held key roles at several unicorn startups and international research centers, leading impactful AI projects and earning numerous patents and awards. His expertise in AI and strategic vision makes him a leading voice in the field.
Title for Talk: The Practical of GenAI at Real World Business
Abstract: GenAI is fancy, powerful, and it seems like it can do everything. However, there might be some limits to applying the fanciest technology into the real world. Attendees can expect insights into the technology of GenAI’s integration with e-commerce and its transformative potential. We will also discuss the business expectations and where we see the limits of it.
Evangelos Simoudis
(Founder and Managing Director Synapse Partners)
Evangelos is the author of three books: “The Big Data Opportunity in Our Driverless Future,” “Transportation Transformation,” and “The Flagship Experience.”
Evangelos is a member of Caltech’s advisory board, the advisory board of Brandeis International School of Business, the advisory board of the US Department of Transportation’s Connected Cities for Smart Mobility Center, and the advisory board of Securing America’s Future Energy. He has served on several commissions and task forces focusing on artificial intelligence, autonomous mobility, and corporate innovation.
He earned a Ph.D. in computer science (AI/ML) from Brandeis University and a B.S. in electrical engineering from Caltech.
Title: The Transformative Role of AI in New Mobility
Abstract: The presented talk focuses on the pivotal role of data and AI in new mobility. This encompasses new energy vehicles, mobility as a service, driverless movement, and self-propelled movement. New mobility emerges from megatrends such as climate change, urbanization, new work practices, and aging populations, all of which are reshaping how we move and transport goods. Centering the customer experience around the traveler rather than the vehicle, AI enables mobility providers to continuously update their understanding of customers. It transforms how automakers design, manufacture, sell, and service vehicles; how transportation and logistics providers maximize vehicle utilization and improve ROI; and how customers interact with vehicles, automakers, and service providers. Success in this shift requires significant technological, business model, and cultural transformations. The talk addresses:
· The shifts resulting from new mobility.
· The AI-based infrastructures that are necessary to leverage data.
· The new value chains and the opportunities they present.
· The essential transformations for organizations.
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