In cooperation with
Prof. Dr. Wolfgang Schulz, Leibniz-Institut für Medienforschung | Hans-Bredow-Institut (HBI)
With this symposium in Hanover, the Foundation offers scientists of the funding initiative “Artificial Intelligence and the Society of the Future” the opportunity to present their projects, network and discuss new perspectives and fresh solutions.
The Volkswagen Foundation's former funding initiative 'Artificial Intelligence and the Society of the Future' focused on integrative research approaches of the social and engineering sciences. On the one hand, the goal was to develop responsible solutions in the field of Artificial Intelligence for the benefit of society. On the other hand, fundamental questions, ethical considerations and societal settings for the usage of Artificial Intelligence was investigated. At the final symposium, the projects will provide new insights into how to shape the future of society and technology in the fields of human-machine interaction, accountability and fairness, communication and opinion-formation as well as education and science. Further, the experiences of the project teams form the basis for discussing which research questions are still open and which framework conditions are necessary for further research into the societal aspects of artificial intelligence.
Please note that this event is only open to scientists of the funded projects of the initiative. Please register by invitation only.
Registration
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Program
Please download the program here. It will be frequently updated.
For questions about the academic program
Martin Fertmann
Junior Researcher Content Moderation & Völkerrecht
Leibniz-Institut für Medienforschung | Hans-Bredow-Institut (HBI)
Rothenbaumchaussee 36
20148 Hamburg
Phone: +49 (0)40 450 21 70
Mail: m.fertmann@leibniz-hbi.de
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FAQ public events
Where do the Volkswagen Foundation events take place?
The events take place at the Xplanatorium Herrenhausen Palace, Herrenhäuser Straße 5, 30419 Hanover. Access by public transport: Üstra lines 4 and 5, stop 'Herrenhäuser Gärten'
How do I get to the Xplanatorium Herrenhausen?
- by public transport: tram lines 4 and 5, bus line 136: stop "Herrenhäuser Gärten" or "Schaumburgstraße".
- by bike: There are bike racks in front of the Xplanatorium. E-bike batteries should be taken into the building and not left on the bike.
- by car: The Xplanatorium is located within Hanover's environmental zone. Motor vehicles are only allowed to drive in the low emission zone with a green fine dust sticker. Parking spaces (with parking fee) are available at the "Great Garden".
When does admission to events start?
The doors will open 60 minutes before the event begins.
How long do the events last?
Evening events like panel discussions last for about 100 - 120 minutes.
How much does admission to Volkswagen Foundation events cost?
Admission to Volkswagen Foundation events is free of charge.
Is the venue barrier-free?
The Xplanatorium Herrenhausen is barrier-free.
Are the events broadcast live?
Some of our events are also broadcast live. To access, visit the respective event page on our website.
Are the panel discussions recorded?
Many of the events are broadcasted live and/or recorded. Recordings and proceedings of past events can be found in our newsroom and on our YouTube channel.
Is there a cloakroom?
At events held at the Xplanatorium Herrenhausen, you are welcome to use our cloakroom free of charge.
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