Events Held byBlockW
in 2024
JUNE
June 27/28th - International Digital Health Summer School
BlockW contributed to the second International Digital Health Summer School hosted by the Innovation Value Institute at Maynooth University. Digital Health is emerging as a potential ‘silver bullet’ solution which can address critical issues such as accessibility, affordability, variability, quality and clinician work life balance. The Summer school focused on two key topics: AI in Health and Data and Electronic Health Records.
Speakers included:
- Russell Branzell, President CHIME Dr Donal Bailey, CEO at CareConnect
- Professor Joyce O'Connor, Chair and Co-Founder BlockW
- John Farrelly, CEO Mental Health Commission
- Dr John Sheehan, Director, MMD
- Professor Martin Curley, Professor of Innovation at Maynooth University
MAY
May 31st - ‘Ireland: Location of Choice for Technology & Innovation’.
BlockW were delighted to work together with IDA Ireland to facilitate this landmark event marking the visit to Ireland of senior female leaders from The Global Women’s Innovation Network (GlobalWIN): “Welcome GlobalWin - Ireland: Location of Choice for Technology & Innovation”.
Global Win is a dynamic, Washington D.C-based organisation focused on bringing together women in innovation across the public and private sectors who are passionate about emerging technologies, innovation, and policy
Speakers:
- Mary Buckley, Executive Director IDA Ireland
- Breda O'Sullivan, Head of Corporate Strategy Planning & Strategic Policy IDA Ireland
- Anne-Marie Tierney-Le Roux, VP, Enterprise Technology IDA Ireland
- Dr Nicola Stokes, Chief Technologist, International Financial Services, IDA Ireland
- Professor Joyce O'Connor, Chair & Co-Founder BlockW
May 14th - “The Fast Development of AI: Impacts on Society and Women”
BlockW in partnership with IOB hosted a webinar: “The Fast Development of AI: Impacts on Society and Women”
The rapid advancement of Artificial Intelligence (AI) has undoubtedly revolutionized various aspects of society, fostering a new era of technological progress and innovation. However, it is crucial to examine the multifaceted impacts of AI on different segments of society, particularly focusing on its implications for women and minorities. This presentation delves into the transformative effects of AI on society and discusses the specific challenges and opportunities it presents for women.
The impact of AI on women extends beyond employment dynamics. AI algorithms, if not carefully designed and implemented, can perpetuate biases, amplifying gender stereotypes and reinforcing inequality.
Education emerges as a pivotal factor in mitigating the adverse effects of AI on women and equipping them with the skills needed to thrive in the digital age. By promoting inclusivity and accessibility in STEM education, empowering women to partake in AI development and decision-making processes, and fostering critical thinking and ethical reasoning, education can serve as a catalyst for positive societal transformation.
Speaker: Dr. Alessandra Sala, Sr. Director of Artificial Intelligence and Data Science at Shutterstock and Co-Chair of UNESCO Women for Ethical AI.
Moderator: Professor Joyce O’Connor, Chair and Co-Founder BlockW
APRIL
30 April - Digital Twin Technology: Use Cases And Technical Implementation [Webinar]
BlockW in partnership with ICS hosted a webinar: “Digital Twin Technology: Use Cases And Technical Implementation”
Speaker: Professor Huan X. Nguyen, Professor of Digital Communication Engineering, Faculty of Science and Technology, Middlesex University.
Moderator: Dr Irina Tal, Assistant Professor and Academic Lead MSc in Blockchain, School of Computing, Dublin City University, Lero Funded Investigator & BlockW.
Introduction by Professor Joyce O'Connor, Chair and Co-Founder BlockW.
April 23rd - “How Technology can Enable Homecare and Treatment – A new Era in Mental Health in the Community”
- Speaker: Orla Gogarty, MScOT, MBA is Director of Digital Health, Transformation and Partnerships at St Patricks’ Mental Health Services
- Moderator: Professor Joyce O’Connor, Founder Member and Chair of BlockW.
You can watch a recording of this event below:
MARCH
March 28th - Promotion, engagement, recruitment and retention of women for training and upskilling in SME’s”
Project Eagle (EU Consortium): Covering the training gap in Digital Skills for European SME’s manpower. Presentation made by BlockW Chair & Co-Founder to this group, entitled “Promotion, engagement, recruitment and retention of women for training and upskilling in SME’s”
Speaker: Professor Joyce O’Connor, Chair and Co-Founder BlockW.
Thursday 14 March 2024, 5.30-7:30pm - “Female Founders: Get Ready For Acquisition”
BlockW and Ogier Ireland LLP together with Global InvestHer: “Female Founders: Get Ready For Acquisition”
Panellists included:
- Sharon Meaney - Associate, Ogier Ireland LLP
- Lorraine Curham - Programme Director, Dogpatch Labs
- Alison McMurtrie - COO, Trrue
- Sorcha Mulligan - BlockW Steering Group
- Amy Neale - Partner, Delta Partners
- Professor Joyce O'Connor – Chair and Co-Founder BlockW
- Anne Ravanona, Founder and CEO, GlobaI InvestHer / InvestHer Summit
6th March 2024 - “A New Era in Mental Health: How Technology Can Enable Homecare and Treatment”
BlockW in partnership with ICS hosted a webinar “A New Era in Mental Health: How Technology Can Enable Homecare and Treatment”
Speaker: Orla Gogarty, MScOT, MBA, Director of Digital Health, Transformation and Partnerships at St Patricks’ Mental Health Services
Moderator: Professor Joyce O’Connor, Chair and Co-Founder BlockW.
FEBRUARY
27th February - “Sharing Is Caring: Creating Value In Manufacturing And Energy Efficiency Through Collaborative Data Spaces”
BlockW in partnership with Irish Computer Society (ICS) hosted a webinar: “Sharing Is Caring: Creating Value In Manufacturing And Energy Efficiency Through Collaborative Data Spaces”
- Speaker: Dr Sourabh Bharti, Nimbus Centre at Munster Technological University (MTU)
- Moderator: Dr Susan Rea, Director of Research, Nimbus Centre, MTU, Member of BlockW's Academic Advisory Board
- Introduction by Prof Joyce O'Connor, Founder & Chair of BlockW
You can watch a recording of this event below: