Topology by the river Ouse: AI, Data Shape and Computation in Buckingham

The event commemorates the 80th birthday of Professor Sabah Jassim, uniting leading researchers, alumni, industrial leaders, collaboration partners and students to celebrate his contributions, reflect on key achievements, explore emerging ideas, and inspire future collaborations.

This conference focuses on research in artificial intelligence, machine learning, computer vision, and topological data analysis (TDA) with its diverse applications.

Participants will benefit from educational sessions, networking opportunities, enhanced visibility, academic recognition, and a platform for students to showcase their work.

Invited Speakers

  • Dr Alaa AlZoubi (University of Derby)
  • Dr Aras Asaad (Oxford Drug Design)
  • Professor Francesco Bianconi (University of Perugia)
  • Mr William Cui (Stealth FinTech)
  • Dr Ian East (University of Buckingham)
  • Dr Abdulbasat Faeq Al-Talabani (Koya University)
  • Dr Nasir Ibrahim (The University of Buckingham)
  • Professor Ihsan Lami (The University of Buckingham)
  • Dr Tom Longshaw (R&D Director, Zizo Software)
  • Dr Jeremy Martin (GSK Pharmaceutical Manufacturing)
  • Dr Ali Sherbaz (University of Cambridge)
  • Dr Anand Verma (ExpectAI)

Timetable

9am
Arrival and Welcome

9.30am to 12pm
Six talks, with a coffee break

12pm to 2pm
Poster session and lunch

2pm to 4.30pm
Six talks by invited speakers, with a coffee break

4.30pm
Talk by Professor Sabah Jassim

5pm
Tribute ceremony and reception

6pm
Event concludes

Registration and Submissions

Please ensure you have booked your place by 23 March.

Please complete the Poster Submission Form by 22 February. The accepted poster will be printed by the university.

For any further enquiries, please contact Emma Pitson.

Organisers

Can’t make the conference?

The event will also be available to attend online.

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