Over 700 Researchers Gather at BGU Computer Science Conference
The national computer science conference held at Ben-Gurion University discussed the future of the artificial intelligence era and established a new association.
More than 700 experts and students gathered at the national computer science conference held at Ben-Gurion University of the Negev to discuss the industry impacts of artificial intelligence developments and announce the establishment of the Israeli Association for Computer Science.
Purpose of the Conference and Attendance
Over seven hundred professionals and students participated in the national computer science conference held on Thursday by the Department of Computer Science at Ben-Gurion University of the Negev.
Israeli Association for Computer Science
During the event, the establishment of the Israeli Association for Computer Science was announced, aiming to create a national umbrella for the academic and professional community.
Academic Awards Presented
The award committee, chaired by Prof. Yuval Filmus, presented the inaugural research awards to four researchers from the Technion, the Weizmann Institute, Tel Aviv University, and the Hebrew University.
Artificial Intelligence and Technological Transformation
Mobileye CEO Prof. Amnon Shashua attended the event as a keynote speaker and discussed the development of machine intelligence and its impacts on researchers.