What we’re about
Cafe Science - Basingstoke is a not-for-profit group where anyone is welcome to explore the latest ideas in science, technology and climate change.
LOCAL IN-PERSON TALKS
We encourage our subscribers to attend in-person talks hosted by local science discussion groups that are within easy reach of Basingstoke. The groups we publicise include Science in Reading, Winchester Science Cafe, Henley Science Cafe plus Skeptics in the Pub in Winchester and the Science Discovery Group in Emsworth.
The in-person events include a speaker plus a break with a follow-on Q&A discussion of the presentation topic. The speakers will often be researchers and experts in their field invited from local companies and academic centres and are specialists in the subjects under discussion.
IN-PERSON ADMISSION / DONATION FEES
You should be aware that groups running in-person talks will often request an admission fee or donation of up to £5 towards speakers and group expenses.
ONLINE LIVESTREAM TALKS
For those unable to attend the in-person talks, we also provide details of lectures and discussions delivered as on-line livestream talks that you can watch with your family, friends and neighbours. Why not make the most of this great social opportunity by inviting others to join you in a cafe or at home and then have your own discussion afterwards about the topic you watched. The livestream talks and discussions include those from The Royal Institution, The Royal Society, Gresham College and various University public lectures.
BOOKING LIVESTREAM EVENTS
Access and booking arrangements for online live stream talks are always handled by the talk organisers outside of this meetup site. Please ensure you take the time to read the booking instructions carefully.
NOTIFICATIONS
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Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Win Cafe Sci: “GenAI / AI Chatbots: The Good, The Bad & The Ugly”The Winchester Club, Winchester
Basingstoke Cafe Science subscribers are invited to the next talk for Winchester Science Cafe on Mon 1st April at The Winchester Club, Worthy Lane, Winchester.
The subject of the talk this evening is “GenAI / AI Chatbots: The Good, The Bad & The Ugly” delivered by Professor Dan Remenyi.
https://www.wincafesci.org.uk/
Held at The Winchester Club SO23 7AB which is the big white building on the far side of the Worthy Lane Car Park. Entrance is round to the right. You are welcome to use the bar from 7:00pm. Talks start at 7.30pm
PLEASE USE WORTHY LANE CAR PARK AND NOT THE CLUB CAR PARK.
The doors open at 7pm for you to get a drink and snacks at the bar. The talk starts at 7.30pm followed by a break and Q&A and aiming to finish by around 9pm.
SUMMARY
The concern around the world about the safety of AI is palpable. Some gurus have argued that AI will destroy the human race while other have, less dramatically, argued that it will disrupt major aspects of society. The concern was sufficient to cause the UK Government to call the World’s First Major Summit on Artificial Intelligence Safety. Hosted by UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak at the famous WW2 code breaking site of Bletchley Park, it brought together many of the world’s leaders concerned about the future of AI. According to Google’s Gen AI called Bard AI, the summit “made a number of significant achievements [sic] towards ensuring the safe and responsible development and use of AI”.This talk reviews global thinking on a variety of user-related issues including the safety of Gen AI (or AI Chatbots as they used to be called). The good aspects of the technology refer to how it will benefit society; the bad aspects relate to the mistakes which the technology commonly makes; and the ugly refers to the use of the technology in the hands of malfeasants. It is now clear that the main imperative is to understand the technology and by so doing avoid the risks it presents.
It is now clear that the main imperative is to understand the technology and by so doing avoid the risks it presents.
DONATIONS WELCOME
If you wish, you can make a small donation using PayPal or a debit or credit card towards venue and hosting costs. The Sweetie Jar will return for donations, but PayPal is more hygienic!FACEBOOK
Our Facebook Group provides an opportunity to share ideas and keep in touch. You are encouraged to post interesting science links and to comment or discuss. - RI: Do data deceive or inform?Needs location
This livestream from the Royal Institution of Great Britain will join Emma McCoy, Vice President and Pro-Vice Chancellor (Education) and Professor of Statistics at the London School of Economics (LSE) to discover more about "Do data deceive or inform?".
ADVANCE BOOKING AND PAYMENT IS REQUIRED FOR THIS TALK.
More details and booking instructions on the RI web site:https://www.rigb.org/whats-on/do-data-deceive-or-inform
SUMMARY
Join The Royal Institution for a fascinating lecture by Emma McCoy as she explores the risks and benefits of data analysis and output from AI tools as they become increasingly common in our daily lives.SUMMARY
As our world becomes increasingly digital, the role of data science and AI literacy is more important than ever. Whether in academia, the professional world, or as engaged citizens, understanding these technologies has become indispensable for informed decision-making.Join Emma McCoy, Vice President and Pro-Vice Chancellor (Education) and Professor of Statistics at the London School of Economics (LSE), as she sheds light on the importance of these skills by drawing on her own experiences. Emma will guide us through the landscape of data science, emphasising its role in extracting meaningful insights. She will also highlight the importance of AI literacy, going beyond basic understanding to critically assess and interpret AI outputs.
Finally, Emma will address the potential pitfalls of these skills as well as their applications, arming us with tips and tricks to avoid biases in the quest for accurate results.
Timing for the livestream
The live stream will go live at 6.55pm, and the introduction will begin at 7.00pm. If you register but miss the live stream, the video will be available to you via the same link for two weeks after the event date.Price:
Livestream audience: Mon-members of the Royal Institution pay £10Event type
This is a livestream event where the speaker and audience come together online.You will have priority access to the recorded video for two weeks after the event has taken place.
For more information on livestreams, see the information below, or visit our FAQs page. Please use the event link you have been provided with.
By booking to attend events at the Royal Institution, you confirm that you have read and accept the Ri's event terms and conditions. You also agree to abide by our code of conduct, and help to create a great experience for yourself and your fellow participants.