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NSF investing $20 million in Georgia-led effort to transform online education for adults

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Atlanta, GA, July 29, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The National Science Foundation announced today that it is investing $20 million in a collaborative effort to leverage artificial intelligence to transform adult learning in STEM fields. 

Led by the Georgia Research Alliance, the effort unites experts in computer science, artificial intelligence (AI), cognitive science, learning science and education from Arizona State University, Boeing, Drexel University, Georgia Institute of Technology, Georgia State University, Harvard University, IBM, IMS Global, Technical College System of Georgia, University of North Carolina at Greensboro and Wiley. 

The NSF grant will establish the NSF AI Institute for Adult Learning and Online Education (ALOE) to be headquartered at Georgia Tech, one of 11 NSF AI research institutes announced today. 

The ALOE Institute will develop new AI theories and techniques as well as new models of lifelong learning, and evaluate their effectiveness at Georgia Tech, Georgia State, multiple colleges within the Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG), as well as with corporate partners IBM, Boeing and Wiley. The multinational company Accenture joins NSF as a funding partner of ALOE.

“Online education for adults has enormous implications for tomorrow’s workforce,” says project’s Principal Investigator Myk Garn, a GRA Senior Advisor and Assistant Vice Chancellor for New Models of Learning at the University System of Georgia. “Yet, serious questions remain about the quality of online learning and how best to teach adults online. Artificial intelligence offers a powerful technology for dramatically improving the quality of online learning and adult education.”

“The goal of ALOE is to develop new artificial intelligence theories and techniques to make online education for adults at least as effective as in-person education in STEM fields,” says Co-PI Ashok Goel, Professor of Computer Science and Human-Centered Computing and the Chief Scientist with the Center for 21st Century Universities at Georgia Tech, who will be Executive Director of the ALOE Institute. “ALOE will develop new types of trainable virtual assistants, novel AI techniques to personalize learning at an unprecedented scale, and AI systems to support both learners and teachers.”

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Online education massively expanded during the COVID-19 pandemic, and it is likely to stay as a major medium for lifelong learning for many adults. Research and development at ALOE aims to blend online educational resources and courses to make education more widely available, as well as use virtual assistants to make it more affordable and achievable. According to Goel, ALOE will make fundamental advances in personalization at scale, machine teaching, mutual theory of mind and responsible AI.

“All of these add up to making online education more accessible and equitable,” says Chris Dede, Timothy E. Wirth Professor in Learning Technologies at Harvard University and a Co-PI on the project. “Providing all adults with continuous lifelong learning is an urgent priority. Small-scale projects will not combine to create a coherent, scalable model, massive infrastructures from corporations lack depth in cognitive and learning sciences, and few institutions use an evidence-based, data-driven approach to designing online education.”

“In today’s workforce environment, it is imperative for students to obtain skill sets in science, technology, engineering and mathematics to remain competitive,” says Steven Ferguson, Chief Information Officer at the Technical College System of Georgia and a senior member of the ALOE team. “By leveraging both current and emerging artificial intelligence, ALOE will optimize online education to facilitate student success in these areas.”

The ALOE Institute represents a powerful consortium of several universities (Arizona State, Drexel, Georgia Tech, Georgia State, Harvard, UNC-Greensboro); technical colleges in TCSG; major industrial partners (Boeing, IBM and Wiley); and non-profit organizations (GRA and IMS). These various partners will combine their expertise and efforts to advance AI technology to scale and improve education.  

The Georgia Research Alliance will coordinate the entities and administer the grant over five years. “Having an enterprise like GRA proved to be beneficial in landing this important Georgia-led grant,” says GRA President Susan Shows.

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Learn more about the NSF AI Research Institutes by visiting nsf.gov.

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About the Georgia Research Alliance

The Georgia Research Alliance (GRA) helps Georgia’s university scientists do more research and start more companies. By expanding research and entrepreneurship capacity at public and private universities, GRA grows the Georgia economy by driving more investment in the state; developing a high-tech workforce; and strengthening Georgia’s reputation for innovation. 

For 30 years, GRA has worked in partnership with the University System of Georgia and the Georgia Department of Economic Development to create the companies and jobs of Georgia’s future. Visit GRA.org for more information.

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Aidoc and Integral Diagnostics (IDX) Expand AI Partnership in Australia and New Zealand

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Aidoc’s AI technology enhances radiology services at IDX, significantly improving patient care and service and well-placed to support the upcoming National Lung Cancer Screening Program.
MELBOURNE, Australia, Oct. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Aidoc, a global pioneer in clinical AI solutions, today announced the expansion of its partnership with Integral Diagnostics (IDX), the leading provider of AI-driven medical imaging services, across Australia and New Zealand. This enhanced collaboration, which started four years ago, leverages Aidoc’s award-winning aiOS™ platform to alert radiologists and care teams to suspected and unsuspected critical findings in medical images, prioritising abnormal findings and improving the quality and timeliness of patient care across the region.

Aidoc’s AI technology has firmly positioned IDX as the market leader in AI-driven medical imaging in Australia and New Zealand, with its aiOS™ platform automatically flagging critical pathologies, including brain aneurysms, pulmonary embolisms, stroke, and brain bleeds. 
Since 2019, Aidoc has processed over 600,000 cases across IDX’s entire network, including its partner facilities and hospitals. By augmenting radiologists’ workflows, it enables prioritization of life-threatening cases when these are detected by the AI, leading to improved care and efficiency, and ultimately facilitating faster, life-saving treatments for patients.
Looking ahead, significant advancements are on the horizon. Starting July 2025, the Australian Government will fund the National Lung Cancer Screening Programme (NLCSP), a crucial step in early detection of lung cancer. IDX is currently trialling a new algorithm within Aidoc’s aiOS™ platform designed to notify radiologists of lung nodules and measure them accurately, enabling earlier and appropriate intervention for lung cancer.
“Aidoc’s AI has significantly improved patient care and service. We’re keen to test and use their Chest CT AI algorithms to automate our reviews in the National Lung Cancer Screening Programme to enable us to detect disease earlier, more accurately and more efficiently”, said Dr. Ian Kadish, CEO and Managing Director at Integral Diagnostics.
Already widely adopted across the United States and Europe, Aidoc’s AI aiOS™ platform analyses over 3 million patients monthly and is backed by more than 150 published papers and abstracts. These demonstrate its proven ability to reduce costs, improve patient outcomes and increase efficiency, making it a leader in AI-powered radiology.
This partnership between Aidoc and IDX represents not just a technological leap forward but a shift in how radiology will evolve in the years to come. With AI seamlessly integrated into workflows, healthcare providers can focus on delivering the highest level of patient care. Aidoc and IDX are shaping the future of medical imaging, with early detection, improved patient outcomes and improved healthcare efficiency.
“Our partnership with Integral Diagnostics underscores our commitment to driving better health outcomes,” said Rotem Geslevich, Senior Director of Business Development at Aidoc. “As the Lung Cancer Screening initiative approaches, we are excited to play a pivotal role in saving lives.”
Both Aidoc and Integral Diagnostics will be featured at the RANZCR conference in Perth from 17-19 October 2024. Attendees can learn more about the evolving role of AI in radiology and its positive impact on patient care across Australia and New Zealand.
About Aidoc
Aidoc is a pioneering force in clinical AI. Aidoc focuses on aiding and empowering healthcare teams to optimize patient treatment, which results in improved economic value and clinical outcomes. Built on Aidoc’s proprietary aiOS™, Aidoc analyses and aggregates medical data to enable care teams to operationalize the unexpected and work seamlessly with a continued focus on the patient. Used in more than 1,000 medical centers worldwide, Aidoc has the most TGA clearances in clinical AI and its AI-based solutions cover 75 percent of patient populations, enabling physicians to make informed decisions based on real-time data.
Visit www.Aidoc.com to see how we are connecting all points of care with always-on AI.
About IDX
Integral Diagnostics (IDX) is a leading provider of medical imaging services across Australia and New Zealand. IDX employs some of Australasia’s leading radiologists and diagnostic imaging specialists in a unique medical leadership model that ensures quality patient care, service and access. Good medicine is good business. For more information, please visit www.integraldiagnostics.com.au/.
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Arcadis supports PICQS QS Summit 2024 in Manila as Gold Sponsor

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MANILA, Philippines, Oct. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Arcadis, the leading global design and consultancy firm for natural and built assets, is proud to announce its participation at the upcoming QS Summit 2024 as Gold Sponsor. It is the biggest gathering of Filipino quantity surveyors in the country, organized by the Philippine Institute of Certified Quantity Surveyors (PICQS), Inc.

The summit, themed “The Evolving Role of Quantity Surveyors in Shaping a Smart and Greener Future”, will take place on 19 October at AIM Conference Center, Makati City, Philippines.
This year the event will explore how quantity surveyors and their allied professions practice their roles in terms of sustainable cost and project management, utilization of digital solutions and enhanced sustainability, with less risk to the environment. The event provides a valuable platform for industry leaders to discuss critical trends and advancements shaping the future of the profession.
With over thirty years’ experience in quantity surveying and cost and commercial management in the Philippines, Arcadis has established itself as one of the leading consultants in the country. As forerunners in the industry, Arcadis has been instrumental in helping shape the Philippine construction landscape, contributing to the development of iconic, game-changing and sustainable projects since the 1990s. Arcadis’ sponsorship of the QS Summit 2024 underscores its commitment to supporting the professional growth of Filipino quantity surveyors, enabling them to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving industry and contribute to a sustainable future.
In addition to sponsorship, Arcadis will be speaking at the Summit alongside other industry practitioners. Country Director Darneil Perez will join a panel discussion titled “Digital Transformation (AI and Digital Technology Adoption) – Where are We Now and Where are We Heading?”. Together with consultants, developers and contractors, Darneil will offer valuable perspectives on the challenges and opportunities facing the Philippine construction industry in terms of technological advancements, global trends and national development goals.
PICQS, Inc. is an all-Filipino organization comprised of members of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS); members of the Australian Institute of Quantity Surveyors (AIQS); student and trainee members of RICS; chartered members of internationally recognized QS professional bodies; QS-trained engineers working toward their QS Study; Assessment of Professional Competence (APC) and Assessment of Technical Competence (ATC) toward chartered membership.
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Glancing into Tomorrow at GITEX: e& UAE’S Vision for a Smarter, AI-powered Future

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DUBAI, UAE, Oct. 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — As e& UAE prepares to make an impact at GITEX Global, the company’s momentum is undeniable. Fresh off the heels of being crowned ‘World’s Fastest 5G Network’ by Ookla, e& UAE is poised to showcase the cutting-edge innovations stemming from its state-of-the-art telco core. 

e& UAE serves 5G to 12 million active users every day bringing to the forefront of global connectivity. “High-speed networks are crucial for connecting the dots between AI components, including transferring data and accessing cloud-based resources,” says Masood. “In essence, AI is a product of a sophisticated infrastructure that combines hardware, software, and networking to enable the development and deployment of intelligent systems,” Masood says.
For e& UAE, this means continually embracing AI as a key component of its innovation strategy. The company has a successful history of implementing AI solutions to drive productivity and enhance customer experiences, and, as Masood puts it, “AI is where we see the real potential for transformation.”
It’s with this vision in mind that e& UAE plans to make its mark at GITEX, showcasing its latest AI innovations and demonstrating its leadership in the digital landscape.
More than a telco: e& UAE’s digital leap
“AI is embedded across our operations, enabling smarter, faster decision-making and driving new efficiencies in business and customer service,” he says. e& UAE was a pioneer in adopting AI internally, but its true impact lies in delivering exceptional digital experiences to customers. A prime example is EASE, the world’s first autonomous telecom retail experience, launched at GITEX last year. Since then, e& UAE has rapidly expanded the reach and capabilities of this innovative concept, demonstrating its commitment to leveraging AI for customer-centric solutions.
The company is actively building its reputation as a digital leader, offering cutting-edge connectivity solutions powered by 5G and AI and IoT integrations. This strategic shift is at the heart of e& UAE’s participation at GITEX, where the company will showcase its innovative digital offerings and vision for the future.
GITEX spotlight
“We’re thrilled to be part of GITEX, an exciting showcase of the future where the world’s greatest minds come together to envision and shape the technology of a better tomorrow,” Masood says.
In addition to the latest smart home solutions and drone technology, its showcase will include advanced applications in AI, augmented reality, and 5G technology, reflecting its commitment to digital transformation. One of the standout features will be the Hologram Customer Service Avatar, which aims to provide an interactive customer experience. This avatar will utilise ultra-HD, intelligent capabilities to facilitate real-time interactions, allowing users to engage with services in a more immersive manner. The integration of 5G New Calling technology will further enhance user experience by offering visualised voice calling, real-time translation, and multimedia content during calls.
Continuing the tradition of announcing 5G milestones at previous GITEX events, e& UAE announced network speed upgrades including the fastest aggregated 5G-Advanced speed of 62Gbps. Demonstrating its commitment to 5G leadership, e& UAE will also highlight its achievement as the largest 5G-Advanced commercial network in the MENA region, with over 1,000 operational sites. This milestone marks the dawn of the 10G era, delivering unparalleled speeds and ultra-low latency that will redefine digital experiences. At GITEX, it will not only showcase its impressive technological advancements but also unveil strategic partnerships that align with its vision for a digital future. Building upon the success of its 5G private network deployment in the oil and gas sector with ADNOC, the company is now expanding its reach in more industries.
“The success of AI, IoT, and 5G depends on building an ecosystem of innovation. That means working closely with tech giants, startups, and government entities to ensure we’re building the right solutions for the future,” says Masood.
Making networks AI-ready
At the heart of e& UAE’s mission to pioneer the digital frontier in the UAE lies a firm commitment to high-speed connectivity. For example, 50G-PON, the next generation of high-speed connectivity, promises to revolutionise internet connectivity, delivering unprecedented capacity and considerably speeding things up for consumers and businesses.
“Our strategy is rooted in a profound belief that we can achieve more for the people and communities we serve—drive more growth, create more opportunities, and have a greater impact—infused with a passion for excellence. As we evolve beyond traditional telecom, we are enhancing our services and tailoring our offerings to meet the diverse needs of our customers.
The UAE’s global leadership in broadband and mobile speeds, as recognised by Ookla, is significantly attributed to the contributions of e& UAE. “We are part of the UAE fabric, and we stand with the country, helping to build a stronger, more connected society,” Masood concludes.
Contact details: Nancy Sudheer, Senior Manager at e&, [email protected] 
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