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Research Colloquium on Law and Emerging Technologies 2024

by KU Leuven Centre for IT & IP Law (CiTiP)

The Research Colloquium on Law and Emerging Technologies 2024 is an academic event organized by the KU Leuven Centre for IT & IP Law (CiTiP). This colloquium provides a platform for researchers to present and discuss their ongoing projects related to the intersection of law and emerging technologies.

The colloquium covers a wide range of topics, including artificial intelligence systems, robotics, Internet of Things (IoT), extended reality (XR), virtual reality (VR), augmented reality (AR), cybersecurity, cloud and edge computing, healthcare technology, blockchain technologies, digital privacy, online surveillance, data protection, data governance, data spaces, freedom of expression, consumer protection in the digital market, social media, and platform regulation.

The event features multiple sessions where selected researchers present their work, followed by discussions led by senior experts in the field. This format encourages scholarly dialogue and provides constructive feedback to participants. The colloquium also offers networking opportunities during breaks and lunch, facilitating connections among peers and experts.

This event is particularly beneficial for researchers with well-defined projects in the realm of law and emerging technologies. It offers a unique opportunity to engage with peers, receive feedback from seasoned professionals, and contribute to the broader discourse on legal and ethical considerations in technological advancements.

Speakers(20)

Alessandro Billi

PhD Candidate at Perugia University

Alessandro Billi is a PhD candidate examining the future of food law in the blockchain era, addressing ethical, social, and legal implications.

Anja Elisabeth Dekhuijzen

PhD Candidate at Maastricht University and Vrije Universiteit Brussel

Anja Elisabeth Dekhuijzen is a PhD candidate researching the principle of proportionality in the GDPR.

Aurelija Lukoseviciene

Postdoctoral Researcher at Lund University

Aurelija Lukoseviciene is a postdoctoral researcher studying legal aspects of quantum technologies and quantum computing.

Be1rbara da Rosa Lazarotto

PhD Researcher at Vrije Universiteit Brussel

Be1rbara da Rosa Lazarotto is a PhD researcher investigating GDPR's joint controllership within public-private partnerships in smart cities.

Bilgesu Sumer

PhD Researcher at Centre for IT & IP Law, KU Leuven

Bilgesu Sumer is a PhD researcher at KU Leuven, focusing on the AI Act's exclusion of biometric verification and its implications.

Didem Polad

PhD Candidate at University of Helsinki Faculty of Law

Didem Polad is a PhD candidate examining liability rules for AI end-users in EU Member States.

Dr. Maja Nisevic

Researcher at KU Leuven

Dr. Maja Nisevic is a researcher at KU Leuven, focusing on law and emerging technologies.

Dr. Thales Bertaglia

Postdoctoral Researcher at Utrecht University

Dr. Thales Bertaglia is a postdoctoral researcher at Utrecht University, focusing on data protection and privacy law.

Hideyuki Matsumi

PhD Candidate at Vrije Universiteit Brussel

Hideyuki Matsumi is a PhD candidate researching generated personal data and the General Data Protection Regulation.

Jiawei Zhang

PhD Candidate at Technical University of Munich

Jiawei Zhang is a PhD candidate analyzing the role of truth-seeking in AI chatbots, comparing ChatGPT and the marketplace of ideas theory.

Event Details

Date
June 7, 2024
Location
🇧🇪 Leuven, Belgium
Park Inn by Radisson, Leuven (Martelarenlaan 36, 3010 Leuven)
Pricing
Free
Audience
Researchers in law and emerging technologies
CLE Credits
CLE accreditation pending
Attendees
Limited to a small group of selected participants to ensure in-depth discussions and feedback.

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