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LOCATION:Eagleworks Innovation Centre\, Digital Innovation Hub (L2\, Jenny Graves Building\, Melbourne Campus)\, Map Ref: 8G Melbourne Campus Bundoora 3086 VIC
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Presented by: La Trobe&nbsp\;University
Contact:&nbsp\;Emily McGlone\, Senior Coordinator\, Industry Engagement Events\; e.mcglone@latrobe.edu.au

Join La Trobe University&nbsp\;for the latest&nbsp\;Innovation Series\,&nbsp\;&ldquo\;AI Innovation to Impact&rdquo\;\,&nbsp\;bringing together&nbsp\;industry&nbsp\;leaders from&nbsp\;Energy Safe Victoria\, Cirka\,&nbsp\;Aglantis&nbsp\;and&nbsp\;Core&nbsp\;dna\,&nbsp\;to explore innovative&nbsp\;applications of&nbsp\;artificial intelligence&nbsp\;across sectors.


This special event will also mark the launch of La Trobe University&rsquo\;s&nbsp\;Artificial Intelligence&nbsp\;Institute\,&nbsp\;showcasing&nbsp\;the University&rsquo\;s&nbsp\;ongoing&nbsp\;commitment to advancing AI&nbsp\;in&nbsp\;research\,&nbsp\;education\, and&nbsp\;industry collaboration&nbsp\;&ndash\; delivering&nbsp\;real-world impact.

What to expect:&nbsp\;

Insights into how AI is transforming productivity\, planning\, compliance\, risk management and sustainability across industries.
Presentations from industry leaders and La Trobe University researchers showcasing real-world AI innovations and impact.
Interactive discussions on university&ndash\;industry collaboration and practical solutions to industry challenges.
Networking opportunities with researchers\, academics and industry professionals.

Speakers and Topics:&nbsp\;

Kamyar Karimi\, Lead Software Engineer\, Aglantis and&nbsp\;Dr Kang Han\, Postdoctoral Research Fellow\, Cisco-La Trobe Centre for AI and Internet of Things\, La Trobe University
'AI Smart Irrigation: Translating University Research into Sustainable Agriculture Impact'
Sam Saltis\, CEO\, Core dna and&nbsp\;Dr Shalinka Jayatilleke\, Senior Lecturer in AI and Analytics\, La Trobe University'AI Agents and Workplace Productivity'
Jessie Nghiem\, Data Science Lead\, Energy Safe Victoria and&nbsp\;Professor Damminda Alahakoon\, Founding Director\, Research Centre for Data Analytics and Cognition\, La Trobe University'Forecasting Electrically Caused Ground Fire Incidents and At-Risk Days'
Pat Donato\, CEO\, Cirka and&nbsp\;Dr Nishan Mills\, Senior Lecturer\, AI and Analytics\, La Trobe University'AI-Powered Digital Twins for Business Decision-making'
Snapshot: Industry Innovation Series
La Trobe University proudly presents the Industry Innovation Series.
Each session will feature a one-hour lecture-style presentation &ndash\; followed by audience Q&amp\;A and networking opportunities &ndash\; focusing on a critical topic\, such as agriculture\, health and wellbeing\, biotechnology and digital innovation. Pivotal research outcomes and industry insights will be spotlighted\, as well as technology innovations and impactful partnership opportunities.
Global impact needs to start somewhere\, so we&rsquo\;re making it happen right here and now. At La Trobe\, we&rsquo\;re not just shaping the future &ndash\; we&rsquo\;re a community of industry professionals\, researchers\, academics and graduates who are on-the-ground transforming lives every day\, including today.



Event Details




Date:&nbsp\;


Wednesday 22 July 2026




Time:&nbsp\;


5.00pm - 7.30pm AEST




Venue:&nbsp\;


Eagleworks Innovation Centre\,&nbsp\;Digital Innovation Hub&nbsp\;(L2\, Jenny Graves Building\, Melbourne Campus)\,&nbsp\;Map Ref: 8G




Cost:&nbsp\;


Free





For more information\, please visit the event webpage here.
URL;VALUE=URI:http://esavic.org.au/event/66892
SUMMARY:Innovation Series | AI Innovation to Impact 
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