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Call for papers
December 1, 2023 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
CONCEPT NOTE
IRIS2023: The 1st Information-Sciences Research and Innovation Symposium
Theme: Balancing Innovation with Responsible AI Development.
Date: 11 December 2023
Venue: Harare Institute of Technology
Overview
Emerging technologies, such as artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, and cloud computing, are transforming every aspect of our lives, from the way we work and communicate to the way we interact with the world around us. These technologies have the potential to accelerate national development in several ways, from improving healthcare and education to boosting productivity and innovation.
This symposium will provide a platform for undergraduate students in computer science, software engineering, information technology, information security, and assurance to showcase their research and innovation projects related to emerging technologies. The symposium will also feature keynote speakers from industry and academia who will share their insights on the latest trends and developments in emerging technologies and their potential impact on national development.
Objectives
The symposium aims to:
- Encourage undergraduate students to conduct research and innovation in emerging technologies.
- Provide a platform for students to share their research findings and innovations with the academic community, industry, and the public.
- Foster collaboration between students, academics, and industry stakeholders in the field of emerging technologies
- Promote awareness of the potential of emerging technologies to accelerate national development.
Target Audience
The symposium is open to all undergraduate students in computer science, software engineering, information technology, information security, and assurance programs at Harare Institute of Technology.
Topics
The symposium will cover a wide range of topics related to emerging technologies, including but not limited to:
- Artificial Intelligence
- Machine Learning
- Data Science
- Cybersecurity
- Blockchain
- Cloud Computing
- Internet of Things (IoT)
- Big Data
- Artificial Intelligence for social good
- Emerging technologies for sustainable development
Call for Papers
Undergraduate students are invited to submit abstracts of their research and innovation projects related to emerging technologies. Abstracts should be 300 words or less and clearly state the research topic, objectives, methodology, and expected results. Abstracts should be submitted to iris@hit.ac.zw by 19 November 2023.
Selection Process
A panel of experts from academia and industry will review the submitted abstracts and select the top papers for presentation at the symposium. Selected authors will be notified by 1 December 2023.
Keynote Speakers
The symposium will feature keynote speakers from industry and academia who will share their insights on the latest trends and developments in emerging technologies and their potential impact on national development.
Registration
Registration for the symposium will be free and open to all undergraduate students, academics, and industry stakeholders. Registration will open from 9 -10 December 2023.
Presentation Format
Selected papers will be presented in a poster session or oral presentation format. Poster presenters will have the opportunity to display their posters and discuss their research with attendees. Oral presenters will have 15 minutes to present their research, followed by a 5-minute question-and-answer session.
Awards
The top-ranked presenters will receive monetary prizes of a total value of $600 and Staff Development Fellowships.
Sponsorship
The symposium is seeking sponsors to help cover the costs of the event. Sponsors can promote their products and services to students, faculty, industry leaders, and government officials.
Contact Information
For more information about the symposium, please contact iris@hit.ac.zw
Conclusion
The Information-Sciences Research and Innovation Symposium for Undergraduate Students is an exciting opportunity for students to showcase their research and innovation projects related to emerging technologies. The symposium will also provide a platform for students to learn from and network with experts from academia and industry. We encourage all undergraduate students in computer science, software engineering, information technology, information security, and assurance programs to participate in the symposium.