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Provost’s Forum for Breaking Boundaries: AI & Biology
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Following the spotlight, we’ll move into a guided discussion on the university’s future vision in this area and conclude with a networking reception designed to foster connections across disciplines.
Event Agenda:
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2:30 – 2:35 PM — Welcome & Opening Remarks
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2:35 – 3:15 PM — Keynote Address from Hillel Chiel & Yihang Wang
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3:15 – 4:00 PM — Faculty Spotlight: Lightning Talks on Cross-Campus Research
We invite faculty to present a brief overview of their current work on AI & biology (or related areas). Space is limited — submit a brief proposal to be considered. -
4:00 – 5:00 PM — Networking Reception: Building Connections Across Disciplines
Food Provided
Speakers
Hillel Chiel, PhD
Professor of Biology, Neurosciences, and Biomedical Engineering; Neural Engineering Center
Case Western Reserve University
Hillel Chiel, PhD is a Professor of Biology, Neurosciences, and Biomedical Engineering at Case Western Reserve University, with a key affiliation at the Neural Engineering Center. His research explores how the brain and body collaborate to generate adaptive behavior, using approaches like neurophysiology, computational modeling, MRI, and robotics-based techniques applied to the feeding system of the marine mollusk Aplysia californica. His lab also develops biologically inspired soft robots and novel neural recording and stimulation techniques in behaving animals.
Yihang Wang, PhD
Malcolm E. and Betty C. Kenney Distinguished University Assistant Professor
Case Western Reserve University
Yihang Wang, PhD is a Malcolm E. and Betty C. Kenney Distinguished University Assistant Professor. His research lies at the intersection of statistical mechanics, machine learning, and molecular dynamics simulations, aiming to tackle challenges in accurately modeling complex biological systems and interpreting vast simulation datasets using AI-augmented methods.