Australian Data Science Network

Data Science Special Interest Group
2026-06-11 14:00 - 15:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | Zoom
The Data Science Special Interest Group monthly catch up is a place to share any ideas, challenges, cool tech, or anything else data science-related.
Each month we’ll come with something new to discuss, but anyone is welcome to lead the discussion. Just let the DSSIG committee know!
The monthly meeting catch ups will be held via Zoom on the 2nd Thursday of each month, 2:00 – 3:00 PM (AEST).
Zoom link
2026 Dates

Thursday 11 June 2026 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM AEST
Thursday 9 July 2026 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM AEST
Thursday 13 August 2026 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM AEST
Thursday 10 September 2026 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM AEST
Thursday 8 October 2026 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM AEDT
Thursday 12 November 2026 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM AEDT

Registration not required.

Adelaide Data Privacy Workshop
2025-11-26 - 2025-11-27 | The University of Adelaide
The School of Computer and Mathematical Sciences at The University of Adelaide and the Adelaide Data Science Centre invite you to join the Adelaide Data Privacy Workshop held 26–27th November 2025 at the University of Adelaide.
This two-day event explores the foundations of data privacy across mathematics, statistics, and computer science. Researchers, students, and practitioners who work in — or wish to learn more about — data privacy are warmly invited to participate.

Program
The organisers are delighted to host Prof. Murray Pollock (Newcastle University, UK) and Dr. James Bailie (Chalmers University of Technology, Sweden), who will share their expertise on Bayesian data fusion, federated learning, and the mathematics of data privacy.
In addition to these keynotes, the program will include contributed talks at the frontier of data privacy theory and exploring fundamental methods that ensure data privacy.
The full program will also enjoy opportunities for discussions and networking.

Registration and abstract submission
Registration and abstract submission can be found here.
Registration is free but mandatory!

23rd Australasian Data Science & Machine Learning Conference (AusDM'25)
2025-11-26 - 2025-11-28 | QUT, Queensland University of Technology, Brisbane, Queensland, 4000, Australia
The Australasian Data Science and Machine Learning Conference (AusDM), formerly the Australasian Data Mining Conference, is the region’s leading event for Data Science professionals and researchers. Covering topics such as Data Analytics, Machine Learning, Deep Learning, and Generative AI, AusDM is dedicated to advancing the intelligent analysis of large data sets to uncover meaningful insights. Since 2002, the conference has served as a platform for presenting cutting-edge research, industry case studies, and student projects. AusDM 2025 will continue this tradition, fostering cross-disciplinary collaboration and showcasing both academic and practical innovations.
Looking ahead, AusDM 2025 will explore the theme: “Entering a New World Driven by Data Science, Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence,” highlighting the transformative power of these technologies across industries.

Australian Data Science Network Conference 2025
2025-11-10 - 2025-11-12 | The University of Sydney
The Sydney Precision Data Science Centre is hosting the 4th Australian Data Science Network (ADSN) conference. The ADSN conference aims to connect Australia’s top experts in data science, fostering collaboration, expanding opportunities, and showcasing our collective capabilities.
Key dates

5 May – Call for abstracts opens
1 August – Abstract submission deadline
1 September – Abstract acceptance notification
15 September – Early bird registrations close

Submit an abstract: Online form to Submit an Abstract

World Statistics Day Webinar: "Data We Can Trust"
2025-10-20 12:00 - 13:00 | Online
The Australian Data Science Network teamed up with the Statistical Society of Australia for a special “World Statistics Day” event – you to an engaging online panel discussion on a topic of growing significance: trust in data.
Our expert panel, representing a broad spectrum of experience across government, academia and industry, explored the real-world challenges they face in building and maintaining trust in data. The session also examined how emerging technologies, evolving data ecosystems and societal expectations are reshaping the landscape of data integrity and transparency.
VIDEO & PODCAST
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Our Presenters:
Dr Lucy Farrell is Director of Data Strategy in the Australian Centre for Disease Control Establishment Strategy Branch at the Australian Government Department of Health, Disability and Ageing. In this role she is responsible for leading strategic reforms to improve national coordination, sharing and use of public health data, including through legislative reform, governance, methodology and technology. Prior to this role Lucy worked at the Australian Bureau of Statistics in analytical and methodology roles. Lucy is particularly interested the political and social dimensions of evidence use: what makes data meaningful, usable and powerful in shaping better outcomes for communities.
Associate Professor Kalinda Griffiths is a Yawuru woman living and working on Larrakia Country. She is an epidemiologist and the Director of Poche SA+NT at Flinders University with research focused on the quality and governance of Indigenous population level data, the measurement of health disparities, and the improvement of health services and outcomes. She has played a leading role in guiding policy on data systems and health and wellbeing reporting. She is an NHMRC Leadership Fellow and senior Atlantic Fellow for Social Equity. In addition, she holds a visiting fellowship at the Centre for Big Data Research in Health at UNSW and an honorary fellowship at the Menzies School of Health Research where she co-leads the Ramaciotti Training Centre.
Dr Ben Harrap is Vice President of the Statistical Society of Australia and a biostatistician who loves all things data. They’ve worked in many data contexts, from clinical trials and observational research to administrative data and large data linkage projects. Ben currently works at Yardhura Walani on the Mayi Kuwayu National Study of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Wellbeing, where they oversee the end-to-end process of survey design, data collection and management, and statistical analysis, with Indigenous Data Sovereignty and Indigenous Data Governance being integral the whole way through.
Simon Jackman is a leading analyst of public opinion, elections and electoral systems and an Honorary Professor at the University of Sydney. After doctoral study at the University of Rochester and Princeton University, Jackman was a professor at the University of Chicago and Stanford University in political science and statistics, returning to Australia in 2016. Jackman is an elected fellow of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences, the Academy of the Social Sciences in Australia, and the Society for Political Methodology and is the author of Bayesian Analysis for the Social Sciences (2009; Wiley). His recent work centres on the analysis of surveys and corrections for non-response, machine learning for predictive modelling and integrating LLMs into the analysis of social media and news.
Dr Sue Keay is Director of the UNSW AI Institute and an expert in robotics, AI, and automation. She founded Robotics Australia Group and leads initiatives that translate research into real-world impact. A fellow of ATSE, she serves on multiple advisory boards, including Visionary Machines. Sue is a member of the Kingston AI Group and Chief Executive Women. She holds a PhD in Earth Sciences (ANU), an MBA from the University of Queensland, and is a Graduate of the Australian Institute for Company Directors.
Dr Aaron Snoswell is a senior research fellow in AI accountability at the QUT Generative AI Lab. His research uses computational and sociotechnical approaches to evaluate and better understand the knowledge and behaviour of Large Language Models. Aaron received his PhD in computer science in 2022 from University of Queensland. Prior to academia, Aaron worked across industry as a mechatronic engineer in medical device research and development, pilot and astronaut training, and software engineering.
The event will be moderated by Associate Professor Lynne Giles, President of the Statistical Society of Australia and an Associate Professor of Biostatistics in the School of Public Health at The University of Adelaide. She has held various roles at the University, and is currently Chair of the School’s Research Committee and Acting Program Director of postgraduate programs in biostatistics. She has served the Statistical Society of Australia in a range of roles at branch and national level since joining SSA back in 1990, and is our new President for 2024-2026. Lynne teaches undergraduate and postgraduate courses in the Bachelor of Health and Medical Sciences, the Master of Biostatistics and the Master of Public Health at The University of Adelaide. She has been a Chief Investigator on Category 1 funded research of > $25 million to date, and has authored > 140 peer-reviewed publications, with a H-index of 45.

International Data Week 2025
2025-10-13 - 2025-10-16 | Queensland University of Technology, Gardens Point Campus, 2 George Street, Brisbane, QLD, 4000, Australia
The Australian Research Data Commons (ARDC) is proud to be delivering International Data Week 2025 in Brisbane / Meanjin, Australia.
International Data Week (IDW) is a landmark event organised by the Committee on Data (CODATA) and the World Data System (WDS) of the International Science Council (ISC), and the Research Data Alliance (RDA). It brings together data scientists, researchers, industry leaders, entrepreneurs, policymakers and data stewards from disciplines across the globe to explore how best to exploit the data revolution to improve science and society through data-driven discovery and innovation.
The conference theme, ‘Data for Positive Change’, highlights our commitment to the role of data in instituting change by empowering communities and advancing research.
We have released our IDW 2025 program and posters, and we warmly invite you to explore the agenda and join us for this stimulating and impactful event. The program features an array of keynote talks, workshops, and interactive sessions led by eminent, as well as emerging experts, in the field. Attendees will have the opportunity to engage in thought-provoking discussions, gain insights from cutting-edge research, and share their own experiences and innovations in using and sharing research data.
Join us at International Data Week 2025 in Brisbane. Register now.

Indigenous Datathon 2025
2025-10-11 - 2025-10-12 | QUT, Queensland University of Technology, Brisbane, Queensland, 4000, Australia
Join the Indigenous Data Network (University of Melbourne), the Australian and New Zealand Intensive Care Society (ANZICS), the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare (AIHW), QUT Centre for Data Science (QUT CDS) and the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Community Health Service Brisbane (ATSICHS-Brisbane) for an Indigenous Datathon.
The event will see participants explore real-world questions using data science, guided by the CARE Principles (Collective Benefit, Authority to Control, Responsibility, Ethics) of Indigenous data governance.
Participants will work in teams to analyse datasets on healthcare while learning how to apply ethical, culturally responsive data practices. Whether you are a student, clinician, researcher, or emerging data scientist, this is a chance to sharpen your skills, connect with others, and contribute to meaningful, values-driven solutions.
We welcome participants with a wide range of backgrounds and skills who are interested in engaging with health data, though we strongly encourage the participation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
Numbers are limited to ensure each participant is well supported by mentors, subject domain experts and datathon volunteers.
Expressions of Interest
The Indigenous Datathon is a free, in-person only event. Participation is based on an Expression of Interest. Click here to submit your EOI.

Saturday & Sunday, 11-12 October
QUT Gardens Point Campus, P-Block, Level 4

DARE 2025 Symposium
2025-02-04 08:30 - 13:00 | The University of Sydney
Join us for the final DARE Symposium – Showcasing Multidisciplinary Data Science for the Future!
As we approach the conclusion of the ARC Training Centre in Data Analytics for Resources and Environments (DARE), this special event highlights five years of innovation, collaboration and impact. Over the past five years, DARE has trained a new generation of data scientists equipped to tackle critical challenges in the environment and resource sectors.
We are delighted to welcome Professor Sally Cripps, founder and inaugural Director of DARE, as our keynote speaker. Prof Cripps is an internationally renowned expert in Bayesian Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence and is currently the Director of Technology at the Human Technology Institute and Professor of Mathematics and Statistics at the University of Technology Sydney.
The symposium will also spotlight the cutting-edge projects of our PhD candidates, who are addressing some of Australia’s most pressing issues – such as biodiversity, mineral resource management and water security – through innovative data science approaches.
REGISTER

AMSI SummerSchool2025 Public Lecture: My Mathematical Journey - from Play to Sea
2025-01-29 16:30 - 17:30 | University of Sydney
Spend an evening with Dr Jordan Pitt, applied mathematician and Associate Dean of Indigenous Strategy & Services at The University of Sydney, as he delivers his public lecture My Mathematics Journey as part of the 2025 AMSI Summer School. This presentation is tailored for a general audience and suitable for individuals from Year 10 onward.
Whether you’re a teacher, researcher, student or simply curious about the allure of mathematics, this is an evening you won’t want to miss.
ABSTRACT:
Every time I mention that I’m a mathematician to someone new, the most popular response is ‘Oh I was TERRIBLE at maths!’ and a general vibe that I’m an extreme weirdo for not sharing in this feeling. Honestly, as mathematicians we are a bit different, but I am going to try and explain why we’re not that weird in this talk. To do this I will provide some stories of my own mathematical journey and why I ended up loving it.

Free and open to the public (Registration required)
Light refreshments will follow event

AMSI Summer School
2025-01-07 - 2025-01-31 | University of Sydney
AMSI Summer School is an annual national training and networking event for honours and postgraduate students in the mathematical sciences and related disciplines, early career researchers and industry professionals looking to upskill.
Celebrating its 23rd year, Summer School 2025 will be hosted by The University of Sydney from 7 – 31 January (virtual participation also available). An informal welcome function for participants will be held late afternoon on Monday 6 January.
Connect with peers, researchers and potential future employers while developing your mathematical skills. You can even take a subject for credit!
Applicants are strongly encouraged to attend in person to maximise their experience, however, can opt to participate online. Please note, while AMSI and The University of Sydney will endeavour to provide the best experience possible for virtual participants, not all elements of the program will be available remotely, and some online functions may be limited.

Sydney Workshop on the Mathematics of Data Science
2024-12-04 08:00 - 2024-12-06 17:00 | University of Sydney
The Sydney Workshop on Mathematics of Data Science aims to showcase cutting-edge research in machine learning and data science, with a particular focus on addressing the methodological, statistical, and computational challenges in these fields, including machine learning, deep learning, and the latest advancements in large AI models. Scheduled to take place at the School of Mathematics and Statistics at the University of Sydney from December 4th to 6th, 2024, this workshop will serve as a multidisciplinary platform for mathematicians, statisticians, and computer scientists from around the globe to collaborate and exchange ideas. This event offers a unique opportunity for our HDR students and early career academics to engage with world-renowned experts in machine learning and data science, fostering discussions, networking, and collaborative endeavors among researchers.
List of speakers: https://www.maths.usyd.edu.au/u/USYD-MDSworkshop/

AMSI BioInfoSummer 2024 Public Lecture: Preparing for the age of genomic medicine
2024-12-03 17:00 - 18:15 | The University of Melbourne, Parkville, Victoria, 3010, Australia
Join us for an engaging public lecture by Professor Daniel MacArthur, a leader in the field of genomic medicine, as part of the AMSI BioInfoSummer 2024 program. Suitable for a general audience, this talk is accessible to Year 10 students and above. Light refreshments will be served from 5pm.
Whether you’re a researcher, student, or simply interested in the latest scientific advancements, this hybrid event is not to be missed!
We are currently living through an unprecedented transformation of medicine, driven by rapid technological change across multiple fields. Three fields have been particularly impactful:

genomics, which allows us to understand the human at unprecedented resolution;
data science, which uses tools including AI to make sense of the vast amounts of data emerging from genomics and other measurements, and to make predictions about current and future disease risk; and
therapeutics, which allows us to make precise molecular changes to cure or prevent disease.

The intersection of these three fields, genomic medicine, has already profoundly changed the diagnosis of genetic diseases and the treatment of cancer, and over the next decade will reshape many aspects of healthcare.
Professor Daniel MacArthur will give an accessible summary of what the new field of genomic medicine will mean for the future of health, and what Australia needs to do to ensure that all of our citizens can benefit from these powerful new technologies.

Free and open to the public (Registration required)
Light refreshments from 5pm AEDT for those attending in person

ADSN 2024 Conference
2024-12-02 - 2024-12-04 | Curtin University, Perth
The 3rd Australian Data Science Network Conference is set to take place in Perth, Western Australia. The Curtin Institute for Data Science is hosting the conference at Curtin University’s Bentley Campus. The ADSN conference aims to connect Australia’s top experts in data science, fostering collaboration, expanding opportunities, and showcasing our collective capabilities. The network is driven by its partner organisations, ensuring a strategic approach to enhancing outcomes and opportunities for all members.

CLICK HERE to submit an abstract (Deadline is 13 September)
CLICK HERE to register (Early Bird Admission Pricing Ends on 30 September)

Research Bazaar (ResBaz) Victoria
2024-11-26 - 2024-11-28 | Monash University, Clayton Campus
The Research Bazaar is a dynamic forum designed to empower researchers with cutting-edge digital research tools and skills. Like a bustling marketplace or bazaar, ResBaz provides a vibrant platform where researchers from diverse disciplines converge to enhance their capabilities, exchange knowledge, and foster meaningful connections.
ResBaz Victoria 2024 will be a face-to-face event with a strong emphasis on participation and collaboration. ResBaz offers an immersive experience where individuals can learn, share, and network, driving innovation and collaboration across the research community.
Researchers at ALL levels from ALL disciplines are invited! PhD candidates, research master’s students and early career researchers are especially encouraged to attend. Research technologists and software engineers supporting researchers to do their jobs should also come along!
Sessions at this year’s ResBaz will offer a brief practical introduction to a broad selection of topics and tools related to digital research practice relevant across the disciplines.
For those interested in participating in ResBaz, get in touch at ResBazVIC-l@monash.edu

eResearch Australasia Conference
2024-10-28 - 2024-11-01 | Melbourne, Melbourne, Australia
Hosted by Australasian eResearch Organisations (AeRO) Inc., the conference is the premiere event for those interested in eResearch and actively transforming research via information technology.
The conference provides an exciting opportunity for delegates to engage, connect and share their ideas and exemplars concerning new information-centric research capabilities, and how ICT technologies can help researchers to collaborate, collect, manage, share, process, analyse, find, understand, and reuse information.

OceaniaR Hackathon 2024
2024-10-21 | Melbourne, Melbourne, Australia
This event is a chance to collaborate in-person on R-focused projects for social good, with some of the leading developers in the R community. There will also be time to hold informal talks to share ideas, concepts and new packages for feedback. This event will have a focus on promoting projects and participation from R users in the Oceania region including Australia, New Zealand and the Pacific Islands.

Women in Mathematics Special Interest Group (WIMSIG) Conference
2024-10-01 - 2024-10-02 | University of Sydney
WIMSIG Conference 2024 will celebrate the achievements of women, trans and gender diverse people in the mathematical sciences, with plenary speakers and special sessions spanning pure mathematics, applied mathematics, statistics, and mathematics in industry.

Sydney Precision Data Science Centre: Data Analysis Challenge
2024-07-22 - 2024-07-24 | Online
Open to all undergraduate students in Australia. Showcase your skills and creativity in analysing complex data.
The annual Winter Data Analysis Challenge will be open from 22-24 July 2024 for undergraduate students. There will be a Zoom briefing and Q&A session at the start and winners will be announced prior to the Challenge celebration.
Students can participate individually or in a team of up to three students. This is a unique opportunity to examine interesting data outside of formal units of study, with judge- and peer-mentoring during the Challenge. Prizes will be awarded to top submissions at the Challenge celebration for all participants early in Semester 2. Prizes are valued at 1st prize $500, 2nd $250, and 3rd $100.

Public Lecture: Dealing with Sensitive Data
2024-06-24 18:00 - 19:30 | The University of Queensland, St Lucia, Queensland, 4072, Australia
AMSI Winter School Public Lecture

Guest Speaker: Distinguished Professor Kerrie Mengersen, Director of the QUT Centre for Data Science

Dealing with Sensitive Data: Many datasets of interest to statisticians are subject to privacy conditions. This can constrain access, analysis, sharing and release of results. In this presentation, we will consider two ways in which this issue might be addressed. The first is through federated learning, in which the analysis is undertaken in such a way that the data remain in situ and private. The second is synthetic generation of the data, such that the simulated data retains salient characteristics but retains the required privacy. We provide some extensions to the class of models that can be considered in federated learning, and an overview of synthetic generation of tabular data. The exposition of these ideas will be motivated by the creation of an Australian Cancer Atlas.

AMSI Winter School 2024
2024-06-24 - 2024-07-05 | The University of Queensland & Online
Must apply by 30 May.

Develop Your Mathematical Science Skills And National Networks
The AMSI Winter School is an annual two-week event designed for postgraduate students, early-career researchers and industry professionals in the mathematical sciences and related disciplines.

Delve into the latest research and trends with national and international experts under the 2024 theme of Mathematics for Decision Making Under Uncertainty. Hosted by the University of Queensland from 24 June – 5 July, the program includes social events, specialist guest lectures, participants talks and a careers session to promote networking and collaboration.
Applicants are strongly encouraged to attend in person to maximise their experience, however, can opt to join online. Please note not all elements of the program are available remotely.
Apply by 30 May: https://ws.amsi.org.au/apply/
Travel grants are also available. Female, First Nations and Regional, Rural and Remote students are strongly encouraged to apply. Applications for travel grants must be submitted by 30 May: https://ws.amsi.org.au/travel-grants/

HASS and Indigenous Research Data Commons Symposium 2024
2024-06-18 10:00 - 16:00 | Melbourne/Naarm
The ARDC invites you to the 2024 HASS and Indigenous Research Data Commons Symposium, which will be held online and in person at the Woodward Conference Centre, Melbourne/Naarm, on 18 and 19 June 2024.
The Symposium will showcase the research infrastructure we are creating in the HASS and Indigenous Research Data Commons (HASS and Indigenous RDC). Partners from the HASS and Indigenous RDC will outline achievements, impacts and the potential for improved research outcomes that the RDC supports.

The Ninth Pacific Rim Conference in Mathematics
2024-06-17 - 2024-06-21 | Darwin
The Ninth Pacific Rim Conference in Mathematics (PRCM), hosted by the Mathematical Sciences Institute (MSI), Australian National University (ANU), at the Darwin Convention Centre, is a broad mathematical event that covers a range of exciting research in contemporary mathematics. The conference features nine special sessions in a variety of pure and applied parts of the mathematical sciences, each with plenary speaker.
The PRCM is a broad mathematical event held every few years that covers a wide range of exciting research in contemporary mathematics. Its objectives are to offer a venue for the presentation of and discussion among a wide audience of the latest trends in mathematical research, and to strengthen ties between mathematicians working in the Pacific Rim region. The conference will provide mathematicians with opportunities to engage with international research leaders, established colleagues, and junior researchers.

Monash AIMday 2024
2024-06-03 | Monash University, Clayton Campus
Does your organisation have a challenging Maths/AI/Energy related problem?
AIMday is an opportunity for a diverse group of academics, higher degree students and organisations to connect and exchange knowledge. It is simply the idea that a broad mix of academic researchers can provide different perspectives and surprising new avenues to solving real-world problems – not to mention seed new ways for collaboration.
The day-long agenda is built around a series of facilitated 1-hour ideation discussions, each centred on a company’s question, curated in advance within the limits of the specific topic.
Our strengths include pure mathematics, applied mathematics, statistics, probability, numerical analysis, image analysis, machine learning, AI, data analysis, optimization, simulation and modeling, and more.
The event is co-hosted by the Monash Data Futures Institute.

ARDC Digital Research Skills Summit 2024
2024-05-21 - 2024-05-23 | Melbourne, Melbourne, Australia
Find out how digital infrastructure providers and research communities are upskilling researchers in emerging research technologies.
REGISTER: https://ardc.edu.au/event/ardc-digital-research-skills-summit-2024/

22nd Research Data Alliance (RDA) Plenary
2024-05-14 - 2024-05-24 | Online
Join the fully virtual 22nd RDA Plenary, where you can explore collaboration and engagement with the global community through sharing local experiences, best practices and recommendations.
Register: https://ardc.edu.au/event/22nd-research-data-alliance-rda-plenary/

Data Management Plans Interest Group Meeting 1, 2024
2024-03-28 11:00 - 12:00 | Online
Presented by the ARDC.
Join us online for the first Data Management Plans (DMPs) Interest Group meeting of 2024 for a presentation on the DMP Course for Librarians.
REGISTER: https://ardc.edu.au/event/data-management-plans-interest-group-meeting-1-2024/

Data Science in the News - "Homelessness: how can data help?"
2024-03-22 12:00 - 13:00 | Online
This free online webinar is presented by the QUT Centre for Data Science and the Queensland Academy of Arts & Science
Our first webinar for 2024 will explore Homelessness and out panellists will discuss how data can help to tackle this important issue.
Join our panellists:

Professor Melissa Bull – QUT Centre for Justice
Associate Professor Gentry White – QUT Centre for Data Science
Dr Morenikeji Deborah Akinlotan – QUT Centre for Data Science
Natalie Garth – Micah Projects

in a panel discussion moderated by QUT Distinguished Professor Kerrie Mengersen, Director of the QUT Centre for Data Science.
REGISTER for zoom link: https://events.humanitix.com/dsitn-homelessness-mar24
This session will delve into one of the most pressing social issues facing Australia. Homelessness has become a significant concern, with a rising number of individuals and families experiencing housing insecurity across the country.
In Australia, the issue of homelessness is multifaceted, influenced by factors such as housing affordability, economic disparities, mental health challenges, and social exclusion. Data science offers a unique perspective and powerful tools to analyse, understand, and address the complexities of homelessness. By harnessing the power of data, we can uncover valuable insights, identify patterns, and develop targeted interventions to support individuals experiencing homelessness and prevent future occurrences.
Join us as we explore how data can be a catalyst for positive change in tackling homelessness, examining the role of data-driven approaches, innovative technologies, and collaborative efforts in creating more inclusive and resilient communities.

EU AI Act: Persistent frailties
2024-03-12 17:00 - 18:00 | Monash University Law Chambers, 555 Lonsdale St, Melbourne, VIC, 3000, Australia
A seminar series co-organised by Monash Data Futures Institute and the Centre for Commercial Law and Regulatory Studies, Faculty of Law.
Guest speaker: Dr Kris Shrishak, Irish Council for Civil Liberties
REGISTER: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/eu-ai-act-persistent-frailties-tickets-839801367497

Meet Australia's Rising WiDS Stars!
2024-03-12 11:00 - 16:00 | Online
WiDS = Women in Data Science
Celebrate International Women’s Day and Women in Data Science (WiDS) with the ADSN!
Join us throughout the day as the ADSN introduces you to more than two-dozen women in Data Science from around Australia who are quickly becoming rising stars in the field. They’ll share their journeys, why they’re in Data Science and what they’re doing, and explore the issue of gender equity in STEM and what they experience in their careers and studies. Each person will speak for 10 minutes.
Join us when you can – and stay for as long as you’d like!

Watch the videos from each speaker

Program
Hour 1
Host: Dr Firouzeh Rosa Taghikhah: University of Sydney & WiDS Sydney Ambassador
Guest opening speaker: Assoc. Prof Jie Yin: University of Sydney

Dr Shila Ghazanfar: Lecturer, ARC DECRA Fellow, University of Sydney
Dr Meera Radhakrishnan: Research Fellow, UTS Data Science Institute
Dr Wafaa Mansoor: Lecturer, Murdoch University
Dr Sarah James: Data Scientist, Fivecast
Passiona Cottee: Associate Director, The Cabinet Office NSW

Hour 2
Host: Dist. Prof Kerrie Mengerson, Director, QUT Centre for Data Science

Dr Xiaolin Sun: Research Fellow, Monash University Department of Econometrics & Business Statistics
Charlotte Patterson: PhD Candidate, QUT Centre for Data Science
Lana Tikhomirov: PhD Candidate, Australian Institute of Machine Learning
Soujanya Narayana: PhD Candidate, University of Canberra
Vimukthini Jayalath: PhD Candidate, University of South Australia

Hour 3
Host: Prof Nicola Armstrong, Curtin University & WiDS Perth Ambassador

Dr Fonti Kar: Postdoctoral Research Associate, UNSW
Dr Mahbuba Afrin: Lecturer, Curtin University
Dr Virginie Perlo: Research Fellow, QUT Centre for Data Science
Dr Kristen Hunter: Lecturer in Statistics & Data Science, UNSW
Dr Aneesha Bakharia: Senior Lecturer, University of Queensland

Hour 4
Host: Dr Farzana Jahan, Murdoch University & WiDS Perth Ambassador

Dr Maeve McGillycuddy: Statistical Consultant, Stats Central at UNSW
Rachael Isphording: PhD Candidate, UNSW Climate Change Research Centre
Vidushani Dhanawansa: PhD Candidate, Monash Data Futures Institute
Dr Shikha Anirban: Lecturer, Murdoch University
Tamara Orth: PhD Candidate, QUT Centre for Data Science

Hour 5
Host: Dr Morenikeji Deborah Akinlotan, QUT Centre for Data Science & WiDS Brisbane Ambassador

Dr Mengyun (Susan) Luo: Research Fellow, University of Sydney School of Public Health
Dr Parinaz Mehdipour: Biostatistician, University of Melbourne
Joanna Salerno: Master of Data Analytics student, QUT
Pranita Shrestha: PhD Candidate, Monash Data Futures Institute
Dr Guanjin (Brenda) Wang: Senior Lecturer, Murdoch University

WiDS Ambassadors / Hosts

WiDS @ Australian Data Science Network is independently organized by the Australian Data Science Network to be part of the mission to increase participation of women in data science and to feature outstanding women doing outstanding work.

ASC&OZCOTS 2023
2023-12-10 08:00 - 2023-12-15 17:00 | University of Wollongong, Northfields Ave, Wollongong, NSW, 2522, Australia
Wollongong is a seaside city located south of Sydney in New South Wales, Australia. It is Australia’s tenth largest city and is known for its heavy industry and port activity.
The local organising committee warmly invites you to the 2023 Australian Statistical Conference (ASC) and Australian Conference on Teaching Statistics (OZCOTS), which will take place in Wollongong from the 10th to the 15th of December 2023. Please save the date!
The theme for the 2023 Australian Statistical Conference (ASC) is ‘Statisticians in society’, focussing on the key role statisticians play in communication across diverse areas that are key to our society.
ASC 2023 will bring together statisticians from across Australia, as an opportunity to communicate with one another, and advance our collective knowledge of statistical methods and applications. We look forward to offering a diverse program featuring speakers from academia, government and industry across a range of disciplines and career stages. There are plans to offer some parts of the conference in a hybrid format as well. Information on Keynote Speakers and the Conference program will be available at a later date so please watch this space for updates.
The conference will be held at the University of Wollongong, situated in the heart of Wollongong. Wollongong is the third-largest city in New South Wales and only an hour from Sydney. It offers an escape-worthy collection of world-class beaches, playful adventures, eats, arts and iconic attractions.
ASC and OZCOTS 2023 promises to be a truly amazing experience on both a professional and a social level.
We look forward to seeing you in Wollongong in 2023!
