Ferris State University Addresses Artificial Intelligence at Tech Week Grand Rapids

Ferris State University is hosting sessions during the Tech Week events held in the Grand Rapids area to examine the growing role of artificial intelligence in healthcare, education, engineering, and pharmacy.

Tech Week Grand Rapids Events Kick Off

The six-day, community-focused events held across Grand Rapids from September 14 to 19 feature approximately 160 different panels and workshops.

Organized as free and open to the public, these gatherings offer participants the opportunity to closely explore artificial intelligence technologies through workshops and networking events.

Digital Equity and Artificial Intelligence in Education

Among the sessions scheduled for Wednesday, September 16, topics include artificial intelligence, digital equity, and bridging the educational divide in rural and tribal communities.

Experts are discussing steps that can be taken to increase the accessibility of artificial intelligence in education and address disparities among communities.

Artificial Intelligence Applications in Healthcare and Pharmacy

On Thursday, September 17, evaluations will focus on how artificial intelligence projects improve workflows in healthcare, public health, and pharmacy practices.

Practical artificial intelligence solutions, smart antibiotic stewardship dashboards, and large language models supporting pharmacy decisions are being presented to participants.