Professor Matt Jones
Speaker's BiographyOur speaker Matt Jones is Head of Science and Professor of Human Computer Interaction at Swansea University, and an Honorary Professor at the University of Cape Town. He is a Royal Society Wolfson Research Merit award holder (for work with developing region users), and was awarded an IBM Research Faculty Award (for the Spoken Web).
From: 17 Oct 2018, 6 p.m.To: 17 Oct 2018, 8:30 p.m.
Location: Computational Foundry, Bay Campus, Swansea University, Bay Campus
There is a darkness descending on the digital world, and many of us are worried about online privacy, fake news and artificial intelligence taking our jobs and more. In this context, the Computational Foundry is a beacon of light, hope and transformational change that will see human values and needs at the forefront of technological development. More of a ‘movement’ than a project, the Foundry is a place; a state of the art facility on the Bay Campus, and a people; world class researchers, students and stakeholders; driving excellence with impact and purpose.
In this talk, the academic lead, Professor Matt Jones, will reflect on how project management enhanced and supported the Foundry’s vision, spirit and drive. He will be supported by project staff, who will highlight key challenges in developing the project, including the integration of “place” and “people” elements of the project.
Attend for free - no need to book! As Swansea University is hosting this event, staff can attend for free and you do not need to book using the website (where you will be charged).
If you wish to attend please send your name to majorprojects@swansea.ac.uk. Feel free to forward this invite to any university colleagues who may be interested.
Evening buffet included
(Email: majorprojects@swansea.ac.uk)
Event created by: m.m.tome