Surrey Speaks: Will AI...?

Join hosts Georgie and Dr Caroline in a captivating conversation with Dr Ines Violante, a trailblazer in AI and neuroscience.

Discover facts about Alzheimer's disease, the role of neurostimulation, and how AI is reshaping our approach to understanding and combating this debilitating disease.

Tune in and gain a new perspective on the future of Alzheimer's treatment.

Tune in for a discussion on the intersection between artificial intelligence and the justice system with the esteemed Dr Mikolaj Firlej, a leading expert in AI Law and Regulation. Together, we unravel the current use of AI in the legal system, the challenges posed by AI-generated evidence, and the safeguards needed to prevent corruption.

Join hosts Georgie and Dr Caroline as they sit down with Professor Roi Cohen Kadosh, a pioneer in cognitive neuroscience at the University of Surrey. Brace yourself for a journey into the world of brain stimulation and artificial intelligence, where groundbreaking discoveries are reshaping our understanding of mental health and intelligence.

Can AI and brain stimulation address mental health challenges? Can neurostimulation boost IQ, and is personalized mental health treatment on the horizon?

Tune in to unravel the mysteries of AI and technology's impact on mental health, and the potential of neurostimulation.

Professor Cohen Kadosh provides valuable insights that might just change the way we use our brains in the future. 🎙️🌐

Examine the future of warfare in a conversation with Dr Mikolaj Firlej, as we explore the intricate realm of autonomous weapons systems, delving into the nuances between human judgment and human control. Uncover the mechanics behind AI-driven weaponry and gain insights into its profound implications for the evolving landscape of warfare.

Ready to revolutionise your health journey? Join hosts Georgie and Caroline in this fascinating episode featuring Dr Adam Collins, an Associate Professor of Nutrition. Listen to our burning questions about AI's potential to transform nutrition, create new foods, and promote healthier lifestyles. Dive into Adam's expertise as he unveils AI-driven, personalised dietary recommendations and shares real-world examples of AI making a tangible impact on healthcare and nutrition.

Welcome to this paw-sitively fascinating episode titled Will AI help my pet live longer?

Join your hosts, Georgie and Caroline, as they embark on a journey into the world of pet health and longevity with the brilliant Dr Emma Scales-Theobald. Discover the wonders of wearable tech and artificial intelligence in enhancing the wellbeing of our beloved furry friends.

Join hosts Georgie and Caroline in a fascinating conversation with Professor Roberto La Ragione, a leading expert in Veterinary Microbiology and Pathology, as they delve into the world of artificial intelligence and its potential to combat superbugs. We ask Professor La Ragione all the critical questions about AI's role in antibiotic discovery, revolutionising superbug diagnosis, and predicting drug-resistant bacteria emergence. Don't miss this illuminating exploration at the intersection of AI and healthcare.

Join hosts Georgie and Caroline as they speak to Dr Carla Bonina, an expert in Entrepreneurship and Innovation, to unravel the impact of AI on social equality. From exploring AI's potential role in exacerbating or alleviating inequality, the episode navigates through real-life examples and policy considerations. The trio delves deep into the complexities of joint digital platforms, AI, and data analytics, emphasizing the need for a delicate balance between common access and cybersecurity. Dr. Bonina's expertise in Latin American digital platforms adds a unique perspective to the discussion. Tune in for a thought-provoking exploration of AI's influence on social development and leave with key insights on shaping a more equitable future.

From enhancing cancer detection accuracy to revolutionising early diagnosis, we explore the groundbreaking potential of AI in the ongoing battle against cancer with Professor Gustavo Carneiro, a leading expert in AI's application in medical imaging.

Join hosts Georgie and Caroline in an exploration of AI's impact on the workforce with special guest Professor Iis Tussyadiah. In this episode, we grill Prof Tussyadiah in our quick-fire round addressing AI's influence on jobs, industries, and the ethical considerations. The discussion delves into the nuances of mechanical AI versus intelligent automation, linking these concepts to sustainable tourism. Don't miss this illuminating episode on the future of work and the transformative power of AI. #PuttingPeopleAtTheHeartofAI

Experience the cutting edge of technology with Will AI...? - an innovative and new Surrey Speaks podcast series that will delve into the fascinating world of artificial intelligence.

Hosted by Dr Caroline Shenton-Taylor and Georgie Gould, each captivating 15-minute episode will unveil a different AI story, shared by leading researchers at the forefront of technological advancements.

Explore the remarkable applications of AI across diverse disciplines, including mental health, cancer, drug identification, fuel, money, and childcare.

From finding cures for cancer to identifying new drugs to treat Bacterium, AI is reshaping our world in astounding ways. In Will AI...?, guest academics seize the opportunity to showcase the incredible strides made within their research fields, presenting complex concepts in a format that is easily accessible to the public.

Join us as we uncover the incredible potential of AI and glimpse the future it holds for us all.

Subscribe now and be at the forefront of the AI revolution!

Is net zero enough? Should companies be aiming for net positive? How do we translate sustainability efforts into the corporate world? We put these tough questions to Surrey Business School's Professor Tazeeb Rajwani and University of Surrey alumna Amy Fetzer in this week's episode, hosted by Dr Caroline Shenton-Taylor.

This week, we spoke to Professor Lorenzo Fioramonti, Dr Zoe Harris and Simona Stangaciu all about the new Surrey Institute for Sustainability! We asked Prof Fioramonti about his visions for the new Institute, we found out about Zoe and Simona's project on growing willow bioenergy crops without the use of soil, and we discovered how YOU can get involved in taking action for a better world.

How is the University of Surrey improving the way patients monitor their symptoms during chemotherapy? How is Surrey enhancing the way 999 calls are handled? What does the future of our healthcare look like? These are just a few questions we asked our esteemed academics, Professor Jo Armes, Professor Richard Lyon and Professor Cath Taylor, and our alumnus, Jon Bradshaw, in this week's episode.

What is AI? What is people-centred AI? How is AI being used in health care? How can we educate people about AI? Professor Adrian Hilton, Professor Inga Prokopenko and Dr Andrew Rogoyski spoke to host Dr Caroline Shenton-Taylor about all the ins and outs of AI and how we can make it a force for good.

Professor Jim Al-Khalili CBE and Dr Sapphire Lally were asked some BIG questions: Could quantum mechanics potentially explain why DNA mutates? How does time travel? What problems might quantum mechanics help explain or solve in the future? Tune in for a fascinating discussion with our host Dr Caroline Shenton-Taylor!

Acting BA (Hons) student, Ed Shamwana, and Senior Teaching Fellow and Cultural Intelligence Champion, Ameer Choudrie, spoke to host Dr Caroline Shenton-Taylor all about safely discussing uncomfortable truths in the world of acting, expanding representation in the industry, as well as touching on the amazing vibe at GSA and what attracted both guests to the Conservatoire.

Hollywood star and Guildford School of Acting graduate, Ella Balinska, spoke to us about the importance of cultural expansion in the performing arts industry, as well as her experience of applying to GSA, what it was like being an Angel in Charlie's Angels (2019) and her top tips for aspiring actors. We're back with a bang for the first episode of Season 2, with our brand-new host, Dr Caroline Shenton-Taylor and producer of the podcast, Georgie Gould!

Developing spatial audio experiences for global audiences.

Spatial audio technology offers completely enveloping sound from all around the listener, as in real life, creating a far more immersive experience than conventional audio.

Dr Philip Jackson discusses how the next-generation audio technology is augmenting global public engagement with spatial audio experiences.

Sustainable Prosperity in a Post-Growth Economy.

The Centre for the Understanding of Sustainable Prosperity (CUSP) is at the forefront of building new dynamic models for a ‘post-growth’ economy. In the light of the climate emergency, their research is engaging closely with business, government and civil society to ‘build back better’.

Hear Professor Tim Jackson address the technical, economic and social challenges of achieving sustainable prosperity and making the transition to a fairer, greener economy.

Carbon-based nanotechnology: from science to industry.

Huge advances in carbon nanotechnology have been made since the development of Vantablack™ by Surrey Nanosystems in 2006.  New and continued research at the NanoElectronics Centre at the Advanced Technology Institute (NEC@ATI), headed by Professor Silva CBE, has involved developing applications, manufacturing solutions and capabilities for carbon nanotechnologies, for areas ranging from space and flight technologies to energy conversion and recovery, and healthcare sensing and monitoring applications.

Hear Professor Silva discuss the enormous future potential of this technology for building a more sustainable world.

To celebrate World Space Week 2021, Dr Payel Das took some time out of her busy schedule to answer some of our burning questions on the vast topic of space. 

In this pod, Dr Das explains why we should all care about astrophysics; she walks us through whether she believes in extra-terrestrial life, whether the universe has an edge to it, and so much more. 

For more information about some of the fascinating work happening in our Department of Physics, please visit www.surrey.ac.uk/physics

What on earth is white-collar crime? We sat down with our Head of the School of Law, Prof Alex Sarch, to ask him about some of the world’s most infamous white-collar criminals and their crimes.

For more information about some of the fascinating work happening at our School of Law, please visit www.surrey.ac.uk/law

We sat down with the indefatigable Professor Amelia Hadfield, Head of Politics here at Surrey, to talk all things Brexit.    

We'll be honest, this podcast was just an excuse to ask Amelia the question that was most on our mind - when does she think we will be able to stop talking about Brexit?    

 We also had the chance to speak to Professor Holger Breinlich, who talked us through the economic impact of Brexit.

To mark Mental Health Awareness Week, we invited Simon Downs and Laurence Drew to discuss men's mental health.

According to the charity Mind, the number of men feeling worried or low has increased at double the rate of women over the last decade. In 2020, 43 per cent of men admitted to regularly feeling low or worried - an increase in 6 per cent since 2009.

We hope that this new episode will encourage everyone, especially men, to have positive conversations about mental health.

In this episode, our world-renowned immunology expert, Professor Deborah Dunn-Walters, goes through some of the burning questions we have about COVID-19, the vaccine roll-out, and what the "new normal" may look like. 

Does the UK have a food problem? With 20 per cent of Year 6 children being classed as overweight, that might seem like a fairly obvious question. So we've spoken to Professor Jane Ogden, Dr Veronica Giancintucci and Dr Adam Collins to see what they think we can do to get the UK back on track.