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Sisonke Biotik will be hosting a workshop at Science Forum SA 2024
The Science Forum South Africa (SFSA), proudly co-hosted by the South African Department of Science and Innovation (DSI) and the Science Diplomacy Capital for Africa (SDCfA) initiative, is a premier event dedicated to promoting international science, technology, and innovation partnerships. With the theme “Igniting Conversations about Science – Innovation and Science for Humanity,” SFSA fosters vibrant discussions on the role of science in society, involving stakeholders from the scientific community, government, industry, and civil society.
As part of the Science Forum, series of side events will be convened from 2 to 4 December. Sisonke Biotik is proud to be hosting a workshop on 3 December 2024 as part of the SFSA 2024 side events.
This workshop will bring together researchers, practitioners, and healthcare professionals to explore the transformative potential of artificial intelligence and data science in addressing healthcare challenges across the continent. Participants will engage in discussions on the impact of data quality on ethics, AI model performance, algorithm bias, data privacy, and access to resources.
The workshop will feature keynote talks, panel discussions, and a hands-on design dash activity, where teams will creatively brainstorm and sketch out AI-based ideas to address key healthcare challenges. These interactive sessions aim to spotlight AI research by African experts, promote collaboration across digital health fields, and provide practical guidance on accessing health data.
Attendees will gain insights into participatory research models, community engagement, and emerging trends in artificial intelligence, biomedical research, and public health. The session aims to foster new partnerships, build capacity, and pave the way for impactful initiatives that can drive meaningful improvements in African healthcare.
When and Where:
Place: CSIR International Convention Centre, Pretoria, South Africa
Date: 3rd December 2024
Time: 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Registration: Free - Complete this form
Sisonke Biotik is an inclusive grassroots participatory community, and we encourage people from all backgrounds and experience levels to attend the workshop. In the spirit of promoting international science, technology, and innovation partnerships, Sisonke Biotik will also be organizing an online Build Up Seminar Series. For more details, please see this page.
In addition, we invite you to register for the main Science Forum SA 2024 programme. Registration is free and open to the public. The SFSA 2024 main programme will take place from 4 to 6 December, with plenaries, panel discussions, and exhibitions that bring together more than 4,500 participants to discuss the vital role of science, technology, and innovation in society.