Data Science with Prof. Joyce Shen | Project Pascal | Raffles Institution

PASCAL FORUM

Data Science in Everyday Life: Practical Applications and Insights
Professor Joyce Shen, University of California, Berkeley

Venue: Zoom Online
Date: 27 May 2023, Saturday
Time: 10:30am -11:30am (GMT+8)
Organised by PROJECT PASCAL


The Pascal Forum delved into the diverse applications and future prospects of data science and AI across various domains. The sessions highlighted innovative use cases in fields such as Personalized Recommendations, health monitoring and diagnostics, care economy, customer segmentation, climate change, and sustainability, showcasing their potential for addressing global challenges and promoting sustainability. The forum emphasized the need to mitigate disparities arising from technological advancements, emphasizing the importance of mathematics and technology literacy and equal opportunities to effectively leverage technology. The discussions resonated with students underlining the value of academic preparation and the significance of mathematics and physics as fundamental skills in the evolving AI landscape. Overall, the forum facilitated insightful conversations, emphasizing the transformative power of data science and AI while addressing ethical considerations, promoting inclusivity, and fostering interdisciplinary collaboration for positive change and innovation in daily life.

Professor Joyce Shen, University of California, Berkeley
Joyce Shen invests in builders who use technology to help solve problems that matter in our world. Her expertise centers on enterprise software, big data and artificial intelligence, and cybersecurity. Joyce lectures on building data science products at UC Berkeley. Joyce has extensive experience in building, commercializing, and scaling enterprise software, big data & analytics, machine learning & AI, cybersecurity, deep tech businesses. Previously, Joyce was the Managing Director in the Office of the CTO responsible for global emerging technology strategy, partnerships, and investments at Thomson Reuters. Prior to Thomson Reuters, Joyce has held global leadership and executive management roles as Chief Financial Officer & Chief Operating Officer of IBM Cloud Platform responsible for a multi-billion P&L.

Pascal Forum—organized by Project Pascal, provides students with a unique opportunity to engage in discussions and hear from esteemed professors and experienced professionals; all aimed at enriching their understanding of mathematics, physics, and related STEM fields.

The insights shared during Pascal Forum empower students to navigate the complexities of STEM fields and make informed decisions about their academic and professional journeys. It enables them to connect theory with practice, fostering a deeper understanding of the practical implications of their studies and inspiring them to pursue innovative solutions to real-world challenges.

Pascal Forum, we believe in the transformative power of knowledge-sharing and mentorship. By providing a platform for students to interact with respected professors and experienced professionals, we facilitate an exchange of ideas, perspectives, and experiences that can shape students' academic and career trajectories. The forum encourages students to ask questions, seek guidance, and build valuable connections within the global mathematics and physics community.

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