In today's fast-paced world, technology is advancing rapidly, and it's essential for STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) managers to keep up with the latest trends. This seminar aims to educate STEM managers on the critical technology trends that are shaping the industry and impacting their jobs. During this seminar, we will cover the latest technology trends, including artificial intelligence, machine learning, blockchain, the internet of things (IoT), and more. We will explore how these technologies are transforming the business landscape and what they mean for STEM managers. The seminar will provide insights into how STEM managers can leverage these trends to stay ahead of the curve and remain competitive in their respective fields. We will also discuss the potential risks and challenges associated with adopting these technologies and how to manage them. Through a combination of lectures, case studies, and interactive discussions, attendees will gain a comprehensive understanding of the latest technology trends and their impact on STEM management. They will leave the seminar with practical insights and strategies to effectively navigate the ever-changing technological landscape and drive innovation in their organizations. Learning Objectives: Upon completion of this seminar, participants will be able to: 1. Understand the latest technology trends and their impact on STEM management. 2. Gain insights into how to leverage these trends to stay ahead of the curve and remain competitive in their respective fields. 3. Learn about potential risks and challenges associated with adopting these technologies and how to manage them. 4. Develop practical strategies for effectively navigating the ever-changing technological landscape and driving innovation in their organizations. 5. Network with other STEM managers and industry experts to share insights and best practices.

2. 2
Housekeeping…
• Conference App - Full speaker bios
• CEU/PDH Credits - Online, Morgan State Table, or
see sign posted outside
• Presentation Slides - Available post conference
http://www.slideshare.net/ccgmag

3. Session 1355: Tech trends every STEM manager
should know
Accelerating Innovation with AI
Date: October 13, 2023
Time: 3:30 - 4:45 PM
Location: Room 251 A, Huntington Place

4. If you think technology can solve your security
problems, then you don't understand the problems
and you don't understand the technology.
- Bruce Schneier

5. Today’s Discussion
Tatemya Douglas, Moderator
Technology All-Star
Google
Global Program Lead, ML Supply Chain &
Operations
Christopher Jock, Panelist
Actalent
Global Sciences Practice Director
Brandon Ha, Panelist
PepsiCo Inc.
Global IT Innovation Senior Manager
● Accelerating innovation and shaping the
future with AI
● Applications of AI in scientific discovery
and product development
● Creating and delivering value for your
customers & employees

6. Why AI is a tech trend you should know…
Generative AI could add the equivalent of $2.6
trillion to $4.4 trillion of value annually.
- McKinsey 2023 Report

7. Artificial Intelligence (AI) Alphabet Soup
● ML - Machine Learning
● DL - Deep Learning
● NLP - Language Processing
● LLM - Large Language Models
● GenAI - Generative AI
Source: https://blog.dataiku.com/large-language-model-chatgpt

8. 8
Accelerating innovation and shaping the future
with AI
● Democratization of AI
● Rapid acceleration of innovation cycle
● New frontier for scientific discovery
● Co-pilot; synergy of hard / soft skills
● Diversity & inclusion
● Responsible AI practices

9. 9
● Consumer Products – Sunscreen Formulation
● Drug Development – Covid-19 Vaccines
● Battery Innovation – EV, Power Grid, Fuel Cells
● Robotic Surgery – remotely guided precision
● Autonomous Vehicles – land, air and sea
● Agriculture - Climate Change causing Food Insecurity
● Stem Cell – organs grown in the lab
Applications of AI in scientific discovery and
product development

10. 10
Creating and delivering value for your
customers / users
● Become a student; identify 2-3 areas of interest
● Stay current of new and emerging technology
● Learn by doing; play with BARD/ChatCPT
● Build a community of practice
● Develop a diverse perspective; beyond your current role
● Align opportunities to your organization's strategy and business
objectives

11. Recommended Reading
ESG - Environmental, Social and Governance
https://gsb-research-help.stanford.edu/library/faq/285597
https://www.lseg.com/en/ftse-russell/esg-scores
https://corpgov.law.harvard.edu/2022/08/24/esg-ratings-a-compass-without-direction/
Exascale Computing with Quantum Physics program algorithms
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Exascale_computing
https://www.anl.gov/exascale
https://www.eetimes.eu/how-quantum-computing-can-help-make-ai-greener/

12. AI driving engineering and sciences of product
development
New Algorithms – Quantum Computing
https://crd.lbl.gov/software/computational-science-software/
https://www.sei.cmu.edu/our-work/quantum-computing/
Science specific Modelling SW - Alphafold2, Schroedinger
https://www.schrodinger.com/
https://www.deepmind.com/open-source/alphafold
HPC Advances – Exascale e.g. Frontier, Aurora, El Capitan
https://www.exascaleproject.org/
https://www.energy.gov/science/doe-explainsexascale-computing

13. Let’s talk…

14. Thank you!