Workshop on Safety Critical Systems and AI

The Trusted Smart Systems strategic profile area at Mälardalen University is pleased to invite you to a one-day workshop on Safety Critical Systems and AI. Join us for a one-day workshop that brings together leading academic researchers and industry experts to explore the latest advancements and challenges in this crucial field. This is a free-of-charge event, including lunch and refreshments.

Registration:

Registration required: link to registration page

Location:

Mälardalen University in Västerås, Room: Beta

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Unlock the Future of Safety-Critical Systems with AI

The intersection of artificial intelligence (AI) and safety-critical systems represents both a challenge and a transformative opportunity. As AI technology rapidly advances, its integration into systems that society relies on—such as autonomous vehicles, healthcare, and industrial automation brings forth critical questions about safety, reliability, and trust. How can we harness the potential of AI while ensuring that these systems remain secure and resilient?

This event will delve into three core themes:

• AI and Safety: Assess the dual nature of AI in safety-critical systems. We will explore how AI can both enhance and pose risks to safety in various domains, including autonomous vehicles, industrial systems, and healthcare.
• AI and Cybersecurity: Discover how AI is reshaping the cybersecurity landscape, potentially enhancing defenses while also introducing new vulnerabilities.
• Trustworthy AI in Society: Engage in discussions about the ethical, legal, and societal implications of AI, and what it means to develop systems that are not only effective but also trustworthy and aligned with societal values.

The workshop features keynote addresses from prominent experts, breakout sessions tailored to each theme, and a closing panel that will synthesize the insights and propose pathways forward.

Why Attend?

• For Researchers: Connect with peers, gain insights into the latest research, and explore collaborative opportunities in AI and safety-critical systems.
• For Industry Professionals: Learn about cutting-edge research that could impact your industry, discuss practical challenges, and network with leading academics and other industry leaders.

Don’t miss this opportunity to contribute to shaping the future of AI in safety-critical systems. Together, we can navigate the complexities and ensure that AI serves as a force for good in society.

Agenda:

Morning Session:

• 9:00 – 9:20: Registration and Welcome Coffee
• 9:20 – 9:30: Opening address
• 9:30 – 10:15: “Automotive safety standards for AI and related open issues” Keynote by Prof. Simon Burton, U. of York
• 10:15 – 10:35: “AI in critical systems – a business sector perspective” Mikaela Näslund, Vice President Research & Development, Westermo
• 10:35 – 10:55: “Ensuring AI Integrity: The Critical Role of Reliability, and Validation” Prof. Masoud Daneshtalab, MDU
• 10:55 – 11:15: Coffee Break
• 11:15 – 11:35: “Open challenges in cybersecurity” Prof Kai Rannenberg, Goete U. Frankfurt
• 11:35 – 11:55: “Confidential AI” Prof. Shahid Raza, MDU
• 11:55 – 12:15: “AI – what may be its (unintended) societal consequences?” Prof. Jonas Stier, MDU
• 12:15 – 12:35: Speaker 7 (to be announced) – 2nd presentation on societal implications
• 12:35 – 13:30: Lunch Break

Afternoon Session:

• 13:30 – 15:00: Breakout Session 1: AI and Safety
• 13:30 – 15:00: Breakout Session 2: AI and Cybersecurity
• 13:30 – 15:00: Breakout Session 3: Trustworthy AI in Society
• 15:00 – 15:30: Coffee Break
• 15:30 – 16:45: Panel Discussion: Where do we go from here? – Insights and findings from Breakout Sessions
• 16:45 – 17:00: Closing Remarks