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Anyone conducting research on technology policy should consider submitting to TPRC for its 52nd conference in Washington DC held at American University Sept 21-22, 2024. 📢 The call for proposals overview and a link to more detailed information is at tprcweb.com. 🗓️ Important Conference Dates: - Papers, posters, panel and tutorial proposals submission deadline: March 15 - Student Paper Contest entries (full papers) due: April 30 - Notice of decisions to conference proposals: May 31 - Notice of decisions to student paper authors: June 15 - Final, complete papers for presentation: August 1 See the website for more details! #tprc #techpolicy #digital #research

Last month, CDT alongside major tech companies, civil society & academics worked to develop key principles to address the creation, spread, & monetization of non-consensual intimate images, including #AI-generated content. Learn more at: IBSAPrinciples.org The principles emphasize consent, trauma-informed approaches, and transparency, offering important principles to the tech industry in preventing IBSA and addressing its harms. More from CDT’s press release: https://lnkd.in/eN9ereeT

📣 Couldn't make it to our webinar on "The Digitization of Academia: Challenges & Opportunities for PGR and ECR"? 🌐🎓 Good news! The recording is now available for your viewing. Dive into insightful discussions about digital skills, competencies, and the future of academic research. 💻 📚💡🔗https://lnkd.in/gTuq-KYP 🎥✨ #WebinarRecording #DigitizationOfAcademia #PGR #ECR #AcademicInsights 🖥️📊

While in London, England this week, our Master of Accounting (MAcc) students had the opportunity to meet with Digital Gravity Infrastructure Partners (DGIP), a private equity firm started in 2023 that specializes in Digital Infrastructure. With the number of internet users expected to grow by 1 billion over the next 5 years, bandwidth will double every 2 years. DGIP has a mission to invest in a more sustainable and inclusive digital future. Our students met with Marco Vetrone and Andre Karihaloo to learn more. Here are three key takeaways from their meeting: 1. Increased demand and usage of Generative AI brings advanced computing needs and a large demand for more advanced digital infrastructure (ie. data centres). 2. Investing in digital infrastructure can be done in a sustainable manner through the use of renewable energy and by being energy efficient. 3. Data security and sovereignty will be a major consideration for businesses, governments and individuals as our data is stored all around the world which brings both benefits and risks. Thank you for sharing your expertise with our MAcc International Study Course group, DGIP!

The number of inter-institutional agreements and learning agreements concluded through the #EWP is steadily increasing.  Data exchange is becoming smoother, although there are still challenges to be overcome. Learn about the state of play and the conclusions of the EWP assessment report published at the end of 2023. https://lnkd.in/dfBrFa6X #erasmusplus #erasmuswithoutpaper #highereducation

📢 You are still on time to register to the Launch of the #ICCS2022 European Report and Results! 🌍 Authors will present results and key findings from the #ICCS2022EuroReport. This will be followed by a panel discussion, drawing on examples of how data from #ICCS contributes to policy or practice in different countries. ➡️ More information and registration here: https://lnkd.in/d_h6YiqC #CitizenshipEducation #Europe #Citizenship

Ai is such a buzz word and also here to stay. Get ahead in your business by getting staff trained or aligned to what it could mean for your future. 75% funded opportunities if you have under 250 employees. #Ai #SRC #ITskills #upskillyourstaff #Fintech #courses

Call for evidence concludes for ITTECF: What would you have liked to see more of in the evidence underpinning the framework? https://lnkd.in/eZwh3Rmr

🌟 Exciting Opportunity for Researchers! The release of the “Framework for Grant of Funds for Research Studies” by the IFSCA Official 📊💡 This framework, empowered by Section 12 of the IFSCA Act, 2019, aims to foster rapid and impactful policy-oriented research in the realm of financial services. Here’s a glimpse into what this entails: 🎯 Objectives: Designed to facilitate robust policy formulation and evaluation, the framework seeks to leverage analytical and empirical research to shape effective financial policies within IFSCs. 🔍 Scope: Research studies will delve into various facets of financial services market development, including products, services, and institutions within IFSCs. Additionally, ancillary topics relevant to IFSCs will also be explored. 📝 Eligibility: Academic institutions meeting specific criteria are eligible to apply, ensuring a high standard of research quality. Lead researchers must possess substantial experience and a prolific publication record in relevant fields. 🕒 Timeframe: Research projects are expected to be completed within four to six months, with provisions for timeline extensions under special circumstances. 💰 Grant Assistance: Each research study will receive a grant of Rs. 10,00,000, disbursed in stages based on project milestones. Collaboration opportunities for joint funding with regulatory bodies are also available. 🔍 Expert Oversight: A dedicated Expert Committee will evaluate research proposals, ensuring thorough scrutiny and guidance throughout the research process. 📚 Final Deliverables: The culmination of each study will result in a comprehensive final report, encompassing problem statements, methodologies, findings, and actionable insights for policy makers. 🔒 Data Privacy: Researchers are entrusted with the confidentiality and responsible handling of shared data, with stringent measures in place to safeguard against breaches. 📝 Proposal Submission: Interested institutions can submit their proposals following the guidelines outlined in Annexure I, ensuring completeness and adherence to requirements. 📧 For submission and inquiries, please email dept-epa@ifsca.gov.in. 🚀 This framework presents an unparalleled opportunity for researchers to contribute meaningfully to the development of IFSCs. Let’s collaborate to drive innovation and excellence in financial services research! #IFSCA #giftcity #FinancialResearch #PolicyInnovation AVA Network Kanudawala & Associates LLP CA Ankit Kanudawala Lalit Valecha Ankush Agrawal

https://lnkd.in/eXS_KbvT DDSA invites students and researchers from all parts of the world to come visit a data science research environment in Denmark. The purpose of the DDSA Visit Grant is to attract students and early career researchers interested in forming a future DDSA fellowship application in collaboration with a potential supervisor from a Danish university or a Danish research institution. ______________________________________________ What is a DDSA Visit Grant? As part of the DDSA Fellowship Programme, the Danish Data Science Academy provides funding for national and international bachelor’s and master’s degree students, PhD students and postdoctoral researchers to spend time with new research groups of interest in Denmark. The purpose of the grant is to give students and young researchers the opportunity to form the basis for a future DDSA PhD or Postdoc fellowship application in collaboration with a potential supervisor from a Danish university or a Danish research institution. Who can apply? Application is open to Danish and international students on a bachelor’s degree or a master’s degree programme, PhD students and postdoctoral researchers. You must be enrolled or employed at a university at the time of the planned visit, or your visit must take place within in one year of having completed your enrolment or employment at the university. When can you apply? Applications can be submitted all year round and will be processed within 4 weeks. Please note, your application must be sent prior to the start of the planned activity. Applicants can receive one grant per year. Supervisors can receive up to 3 visit applicants per calendar year. Eligibility Applications will be evaluated on the following criteria: The applicant’s motivation, scientific purpose and intended outcome of the visit to Denmark Relevance of the applicant’s scientific profile towards the scope of the DDSA Fellowships Letter of support from the host institution/host supervisor How to apply? Apply for funding in DDSA’s funding portal by clicking the ‘Apply Now’ button.  You must include a ‘Letter of Support’ from the host institution/host supervisor vouching for your scientific qualifications and the potential scientific outcome of the visit. Please use the DDSA template provided here. Payout of grant Grants will be awarded based on approved budget/budget posts and transferred as a reimbursement of the actual costs after submitting a final account, using the DDSA funding portal.  Payout of the grant is made to your personal account. Further information For further questions, please contact secretariat@ddsa.dk.