BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//NJBDA - New Jersey Big Data Alliance - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:NJBDA - New Jersey Big Data Alliance X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://njbda.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for NJBDA - New Jersey Big Data Alliance REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260220T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260220T153000 DTSTAMP:20260414T234905 CREATED:20251125T141602Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T183337Z UID:3820-1771574400-1771601400@njbda.org SUMMARY:AI Tools for Agriculture Conference DESCRIPTION:Inviting farmers\, researchers\, and agriculture stakeholders to AI Tools for Agriculture\, AI and Farm Viability in NJ Conference. \n\n\n\nProgram FlyerDownload\n\n\n\nIn support of New Jersey’s commitment to become a national leader in AI and establish an AI hub for agriculture\, the New Jersey Big Data Alliance (NJBDA)\, Rutgers University\, Rowan University and Camden County College are proud to host the 2nd annual roundtable conference devoted to bringing farmers\, researchers\, and agriculture stakeholders in New Jersey and the Northeast together to learn about emerging trends in AI for agriculture. \n\n\n\nStrengthening farm viability is a top priority for all of New Jersey’s agricultural community. Challenges from rising land\, labor\, and input costs to unpredictable weather\, shifting pest and disease dynamics\, and increasingly complex markets and regulations require innovative solutions. New opportunities are emerging through rapid advances in artificial intelligence (AI) and its applications across agriculture. \n\n\n\nJoin us for a dynamic workshop exploring how AI is transforming farming. Discover real-world examples\, meet innovators leading the way\, and engage in discussions about how these technologies can enhance efficiency\, resilience\, and long-term farm viability. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nAgenda\n\n\n\n8:00AM Registration and Breakfast9:00AM Welcoming Remarks9:15AM Keynote 110:00AM Lightning Talks10:30AM Break10:45AM Keynote 211:30AM Breakout12:30PM Lunch1:10PM Panel 11:40PM Lightning Talks2:15PM Break2:30PM AI Agriculture2:45PM Panel 23:25PM Closing Remarks3:30PM Networking URL:https://njbda.org/event/2026-ai-tools-for-agriculture/ LOCATION:Camden County College\, 200 College Dr\, Blackwood\, 08012 CATEGORIES:conference ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://njbda.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Rowan-AI.png ORGANIZER;CN="Hieu Nguyen":MAILTO:nguyen@rowan.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260211T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260211T170000 DTSTAMP:20260414T234905 CREATED:20260128T203031Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T074113Z UID:4001-1770807600-1770829200@njbda.org SUMMARY:Machine Learning and Big Data Workshop DESCRIPTION:The Pittsburgh Supercomputing Center is pleased to present a Machine Learning and Big Data workshop. This workshop will focus on topics including big data analytics and machine learning with Spark\, as well as deep learning.\n\n\n\nNJBDA\, Edge\, and Princeton University invite students and faculty to attend the workshop. \n\n\nRegister to Attend\n\n\n\nThis will be an IN PERSON event hosted by various satellite sites\, there WILL NOT be a direct to desktop option for this event. This event is sponsored by the National Science Foundation\, there is NO REGISTRATION FEE to attend. URL:https://njbda.org/event/machine-learning-and-big-data-workshop/ LOCATION:Visualization Laboratory Commons Building\, Room D119 Princeton University Princeton\, NJ\, Commons\, Princeton\, New Jersey\, 08540\, United States CATEGORIES:workshops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://njbda.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/ML-Workshop-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260115T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260115T170000 DTSTAMP:20260414T234905 CREATED:20251003T132422Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T090134Z UID:3737-1768467600-1768496400@njbda.org SUMMARY:EdgeCon Winter 2026 DESCRIPTION: URL:https://njbda.org/event/edgecon-winter-2026/ LOCATION:New Jersey ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://njbda.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/edgecon-winter.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260114T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260114T163000 DTSTAMP:20260414T234905 CREATED:20251212T152138Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T061841Z UID:3859-1768384800-1768408200@njbda.org SUMMARY:Empowering Secure Data-Driven Research: Leveraging Science DMZ\, Globus\, and National Cyberinfrastructure Resources DESCRIPTION:Calling higher education community members! This informative workshop provides a comprehensive overview of Science DMZ and Globus\, illustrating how these technologies enable secure\, high-performance data transfer and management to support modern\, data-driven research collaborations. \n\n\n\nThe workshop also examines the critical role of Cyberinfrastructure (CI) in accelerating discovery\, highlighting national programs such as the NAIRR Pilot and the NSF-funded ACCESS Allocations program that offer researchers and educators free access to advanced computing systems. Information about Resources and Funding for Researchers and Educators will be shared. \n\n\n\nParticipants will gain practical insights into: \n\n\n\n\nDesigning and operating Science DMZ environments optimized for data-intensive research.\n\n\n\nUsing Globus for seamless\, automated\, and secure data sharing across institutions.\n\n\n\nLeveraging national CI resources to enhance scalability\, collaboration\, and research impact.\n\n\n\nAvailable resources and funding for researchers and educators\n\n\n\n\nAttendees will also engage with national leaders in Securing Cyberinfrastructure\, exploring real-world use cases and lessons learned. \n\n\n\nJoin us for this session designed to empower researchers\, faculty\, research computing professionals\, and IT leaders with actionable knowledge to build secure\, high-performance data ecosystems that advance collaborative science and education. URL:https://njbda.org/event/empowering-secure-data-driven-research-leveraging-science-dmz-globus-and-national-cyberinfrastructure-resources/ LOCATION:Princeton University – Julis Romo Rabinowitz\, A17 Lecture Hall\, Princeton University\, Princeton\, New Jersey\, 08540\, United States CATEGORIES:conference,workshops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://njbda.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Digital-Images-Jan14-InPersonEvent-600x400-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251208T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251208T153000 DTSTAMP:20260414T234905 CREATED:20251111T153350Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251111T153453Z UID:3809-1765182600-1765207800@njbda.org SUMMARY:New Horizons for AI and Data Science Roadmaps Symposium @ Rutgers Newark DESCRIPTION:Hosted by the Institute of Data Research and Innovation Sciences (IDRIS)\, the Center for Biomedical Informatics and Health Artificial Intelligence (BMIHAI)\, and the Rutgers Artificial Intelligence and Data Science (RAD) Collaboratory. Four Rutgers campuses will be represented\, including Rutgers-New Brunswick\, Rutgers-Newark\, Rutgers-Health\, and Rutgers-Camden. URL:https://njbda.org/event/new-horizons-for-ai-and-data-science-roadmaps-symposium-rutgers/ LOCATION:Rutgers University – Newark\, Express Newark\, 2nd Floor\, 54 Halsey Street\, Newark\, New Jersey ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://njbda.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/rutgers.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251114T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251114T143000 DTSTAMP:20260414T234905 CREATED:20251111T142711Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251111T142719Z UID:3787-1763125200-1763130600@njbda.org SUMMARY:From Cloud Costs to Edge Control - Modular Data Centers for Sustainable & Efficient AI DESCRIPTION:Deploy a high-performance modular data center in 6 monthsMake data sustainable and fast for AI applicationsRetain data sovereignty and privacy \n\n\n\nCloud costs are rising. Cyber risks are escalating. Data sovereignty is slipping away. Swiss Vault and Kais-AIR have joined forces to deliver a radically different approach: a high-performance\, resilient\, and sustainable modular data center built for the edge to help organizations reclaim control\, privacy\, and power in the age of AI. Join Paul Costanzo\, Director of Mission Critical Systems at Kais-AIR\, and Dr. Bhupinder Bhullar\, CEO and Co-Founder of Swiss Vault\, to discover how modular\, sustainable design is redefining digital infrastructure. URL:https://njbda.org/event/from-cloud-costs-to-edge-control-modular-data-centers-for-sustainable-efficient-ai/ LOCATION:New Jersey ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://njbda.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/0d660829-8ac4-4afd-bac2-3dfee394d221.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251107T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251107T143000 DTSTAMP:20260414T234905 CREATED:20250930T142326Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251010T142017Z UID:3723-1762504200-1762525800@njbda.org SUMMARY:NJBDA Research Collaboration Forum DESCRIPTION:Advancing AI Research\n\n\n\nSpotlight: Life Sciences\, Healthcare & Biotechnology\n\n\n\nSignup for Lightning Talks: Present Your Research! \n\n\n\nAI & DS Lunch: Lead A Research Round Table! \n\n\n\nREGISTER NOW: go.rutgers.edu/njbda \n\n\n\n\n\nHighlights \n\n\n\n\nWelcome: NJBDA President Stephen K. Burley\, Rutgers\n\n\n\nMorning Keynote: Professor Dimitris Metaxas\, Rutgers \n\n\n\nLightning Talks: 16 diverse presentations! \n\n\n\nResearch-Action Round Table: Build New Collaborations!\n\n\n\nAfternoon Keynote: Aaron Price\, CEO\, TechUnited\n\n\n\n\nPublish your research with the Journal of Big Data and Artificial Intelligence \n\n\n\n\nHosts: Prof. Stephen K. Burley\, President @ NJBDA; Interim Director\, RAD Collab.\, Rutgers \n\n\n\nProf. Jim Samuel\, VP – Research @ NJBDA; Director – MPI\, Rutgers; AIXosphere\n\n\n\n\nFocus Areas: \n\n\n\n\nGen. AI Driven Business Applications \n\n\n\nIndustry – Academia Collaboration\n\n\n\nGrants & Research opportunities\n\n\n\nMultidisciplinary AI Applications \n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nQuestions? Please contact selenny.m.fabre@njit.edu \n\n\n\nNJBDA Research Forum Flyer 2025Download URL:https://njbda.org/event/njbda-research-collaboration-forum-2/ LOCATION:Rutgers University\, Institute for Quantitative Biomedicine Proteomics Building\, 174 Frelinghuysen Road\, Piscataway\, New Jersey\, 08854\, United States CATEGORIES:forum/panel discussion ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://njbda.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/1902_000_N51_medium.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251028T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251028T183000 DTSTAMP:20260414T234905 CREATED:20251010T134353Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251010T134401Z UID:3769-1761669000-1761676200@njbda.org SUMMARY:Seton Hall University Cybersecurity Forum DESCRIPTION:Join Seton Hall University for a panel discussion about the landscape of cybersecurity URL:https://njbda.org/event/seton-hall-university-cybersecurity-forum/ LOCATION:Seton Hall University – Bethany Hall 400 South Orange Avenue South Orange\, New Jersey 07079\, 400 South Orange Avenue\, South Orange\, New Jersey\, 07079\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://njbda.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Cybersecurity_Forum_Promo_Image_2025__1_.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251023T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251023T140000 DTSTAMP:20260414T234905 CREATED:20251010T135954Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251010T135958Z UID:3777-1761224400-1761228000@njbda.org SUMMARY:Globus Compute Virtual Webinar Series - Globus Connect Server: Installation and Configuration DESCRIPTION:We will provide an overview of the process for installing and configuring Globus Connect Server to make your storage system(s) accessible via Globus. This is aimed at system administrators who will be responsible for their institution’s Globus deployment. \n\n\n\nPre-requisites: NoneTarget Audience: System administrators\, IT professionals \n\n\n\nAbout the Presenter: Lev Gorenstein is a Solutions Architect at Globus (a University of Chicago non-profit service)\, enabling research data management at scale. A chemist by training\, Lev previously conducted research in the area of computational chemistry\, molecular modeling\, and protein dynamics at Purdue’s Markey Center for Structural Biology\, and worked at the Purdue Rosen Center for Advanced Computing (RCAC) as a Senior Computational Scientist. At RCAC\, Lev provided advanced application management and support\, as well as HPC education and engagement for HPC users at Purdue and nationwide. His interest in computational and data management workflows led him to his current position at Globus\, where he facilitates Globus adoption and applications worldwide. URL:https://njbda.org/event/globus-compute-virtual-webinar-series-globus-connect-server-installation-and-configuration/ LOCATION:New Jersey ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://njbda.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/edge-2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251015T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251015T163000 DTSTAMP:20260414T234905 CREATED:20250815T174711Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250815T174856Z UID:3480-1760515200-1760545800@njbda.org SUMMARY:New York/New Jersey Higher Education IT Leadership Summit: Planning for the Future of Technology in Higher Education DESCRIPTION: URL:https://njbda.org/event/new-york-new-jersey-higher-education-it-leadership-summit-planning-for-the-future-of-technology-in-higher-education/ LOCATION:New Jersey ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://njbda.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/CDE25-Headers-NY-NJ-Higher-Ed-ITL-1800x600-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251014T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251014T134500 DTSTAMP:20260414T234905 CREATED:20251010T135510Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251010T135517Z UID:3774-1760446800-1760449500@njbda.org SUMMARY:Globus Compute Virtual Webinar Series - Federated Function as a Service for Research Cyberinfrastructure DESCRIPTION:Growing data volumes\, new computing paradigms\, and increasing hardware heterogeneity are driving the need to distribute computational tasks across a continuum of computing resources. The Function-as-a-Service (FaaS) paradigm pioneered by cloud providers offers a potential solution. We will provide an overview of Globus Compute\, a secure\, reliable federated FaaS platform designed for research computing. We will describe the benefits to researchers (e.g.\, accessibility\, scalability) and to administrators (e.g.\, reduced support burden\, energy efficiency) enabled by distributed execution. We will also review a number of common use cases for the service. \n\n\n\nPre-requisites: Some knowledge of GlobusTarget Audience: Researchers\, IT professionals\, Developers \n\n\n\nAbout the Presenter: Vas is the “customer guy” at Globus\, the de facto standard platform for research data management\, developed and operated by the University of Chicago. He is also a lecturer in the Masters Program in Computer Science at the University\, where he teaches courses on Cloud Computing and Product Management. Vas has over 30 years of experience in operational and consulting roles\, spanning strategy\, marketing and technology\, and was instrumental in bringing many emerging technologies as products to market. He consults with both global enterprises and early stage technology startups on product management and go-to-market strategy. URL:https://njbda.org/event/globus-compute-virtual-webinar-series-federated-function-as-a-service-for-research-cyberinfrastructure/ LOCATION:New Jersey ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://njbda.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/edge-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251009T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251009T170000 DTSTAMP:20260414T234905 CREATED:20251003T132134Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251003T132142Z UID:3734-1760000400-1760029200@njbda.org SUMMARY:EdgeCon Autumn 2025 DESCRIPTION: URL:https://njbda.org/event/edgecon-autumn-2025/ LOCATION:New Jersey ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://njbda.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/EdgeCon-Autumn2025-LOGO.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250917T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250917T160000 DTSTAMP:20260414T234905 CREATED:20250916T144741Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250916T144745Z UID:3498-1758110400-1758124800@njbda.org SUMMARY:Empowering Government Through Technology DESCRIPTION:Discover how Microsoft + PruTech are transforming government with real solutions\, live case studies\, and actionable tech insights. URL:https://njbda.org/event/empowering-government-through-technology/ LOCATION:Mercer County Community College James Kerney Campus Gallery\, 102 North Broad Street\, Trenton\, New Jersey\, 08608\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://njbda.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/https___cdn.evbuc_.com_images_1061352773_1677232614193_1_original.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250821T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250821T170000 DTSTAMP:20260414T234905 CREATED:20250509T184417Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250509T184421Z UID:3159-1755770400-1755795600@njbda.org SUMMARY:ML Reproducibility Challenge DESCRIPTION: URL:https://njbda.org/event/ml-reproducibility-challenge/ LOCATION:New Jersey ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://njbda.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/MLRepro.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250717T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250718T160000 DTSTAMP:20260414T234905 CREATED:20250707T053806Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T064448Z UID:3873-1752739200-1752854400@njbda.org SUMMARY:Implications of Artificial Intelligence for Educators DESCRIPTION:This workshop empowers university\, community college\, and high school faculty\, staff\, counselors\, and academic advisors with the knowledge and tools to effectively integrate AI into their teaching practices and curriculum development. Participants will explore practical applications of AI\, including lesson planning\, designing engaging and interactive content\, creating dynamic assessments\, and customizing individualized student learning experiences. Additionally\, the workshop will highlight how to enable students to use AI in ethical and productive ways across various disciplines. URL:https://njbda.org/event/implications-of-artificial-intelligence-for-educators/ LOCATION:Rider University\, Sweigart Hall Room 117\, 2083 Lawrenceville Rd\, Lawrenceville\, NJ\, 08648 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://njbda.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/637934328485570000.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250604T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250604T170000 DTSTAMP:20260414T234905 CREATED:20250512T154327Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250512T154331Z UID:3164-1749022200-1749056400@njbda.org SUMMARY:NJ Pathways to Career Opportunities Summit DESCRIPTION: URL:https://njbda.org/event/nj-pathways-to-career-opportunities-summit/ LOCATION:New Jersey ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://njbda.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/NJPathways-2025.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250516T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250516T153000 DTSTAMP:20260414T234905 CREATED:20241223T162433Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241223T162436Z UID:2944-1747384200-1747409400@njbda.org SUMMARY:NJBDA Annual Symposium DESCRIPTION:New Jersey Big Data Alliance 12th Annual Symposium Empowered by AI: Innovation and the Rise of the Augmented Workforce \n\n\n\nMay 16th\, 2025\, 8:30 am – 3:30 pm \n\n\n\nWilliam Paterson University John Victor Machuga Student Center300 Pompton Road\, Wayne\, NJ 07470 \n\n\n\nA collaborative forum for information sharing\, networking\, research\, and discovery of how intelligent technologies are transforming the workplace. This dynamic symposium will delve into the transformative power of AI\, showcasing how it empowers workers to unlock unprecedented levels of creativity\, innovation\, and impact. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect\, learn\, and lead the charge in building a future where humans and AI work together to achieve remarkable success! \n\n\n\nRegistration opening soon. URL:https://njbda.org/event/njbda-annual-symposium-2/ LOCATION:John Victor Machuga Student Center\, William Paterson University\, 300 Pompton Road\, Wayne\, New Jersey\, 07470\, United States CATEGORIES:Annual Symposium ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://njbda.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/2025-symposium-promo-2-featured-image.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250515T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250515T130000 DTSTAMP:20260414T234905 CREATED:20250512T155043Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250512T155047Z UID:3167-1747310400-1747314000@njbda.org SUMMARY:Virtual Info Session: Fall 2025 Master of Public Informatics (MPI) program\, Rutgers University DESCRIPTION: URL:https://njbda.org/event/virtual-info-session-fall-2025-master-of-public-informatics-mpi-program-rutgers-university/ LOCATION:New Jersey ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://njbda.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/MPI.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250425T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250427T170000 DTSTAMP:20260414T234905 CREATED:20250411T135731Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250411T140656Z UID:3059-1745580600-1745773200@njbda.org SUMMARY:DataFest DESCRIPTION:The event is sponsored nationally by the American Statistical Association (ASA). During the 48-hour event that begins Friday afternoon and concludes Sunday afternoon\, the student competitors work in team to analyze a large and rich dataset provided by a well-known sponsor organization and compete for prizes. Students are assisted by faculty\, industry professionals and graduate student mentors. \n\n\n\nDataFest participants hone analytical skills as well as communication and collaboration skills necessary to complete a project in a short timeframe. Just as important\, the student competitors will be able to showcase their analytical and soft skills in front of the judges and corporate mentors for potential job opportunities. \n\n\n\nSponsored by ASA and Capital Health. \n\n\n\nRegistration deadline is April 17\, 5pm. Register now! URL:https://njbda.org/event/datafest/ LOCATION:Rider University – Sweigart Hall\, 2083 Lawrenceville Road\, Lawrenceville\, New Jersey\, 08648\, United States CATEGORIES:competition ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://njbda.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/DataFest.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250411T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250411T143000 DTSTAMP:20260414T234905 CREATED:20250407T153158Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250407T153649Z UID:3035-1744378200-1744381800@njbda.org SUMMARY:RAISE-25: AI's Impact on Data Science and Informatics Careers DESCRIPTION:Join us for an exciting panel discussion exploring the impact of Artificial Intelligence (AI) on data science and informatics careers and job search. Industry leaders and experts will share insights on how AI is reshaping job roles\, what skills are in demand\, and how professionals can stay ahead in this evolving landscape. \n\n\n\nPanelists:Cory Yemen\, Poonam Soans\, Balaji Dhamodharan\, Udayan Bose\, Karun Thankachan\, Madhumitha Karthikeyan\, Jim Samuel \n\n\n\nDownload printable PDF flyer URL:https://njbda.org/event/raise-25-ais-impact-on-data-science-and-informatics-careers/ LOCATION:Bloustein School – Gov. Florio Forum\, Civic Square Building\, 33 Livingston Avenue\, New Brunswick\, New Jersey\, 08901\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://njbda.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/RAISE-25-Panel.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250411T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250411T123000 DTSTAMP:20260414T234905 CREATED:20241102T001142Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250407T152441Z UID:2873-1744360200-1744374600@njbda.org SUMMARY:RAISE 2025: Our Future With AI: Utopian or Dystopian? Public Informatics AI Competition DESCRIPTION:Step into the future of innovation! RAISE-25 will challenge you to unravel the scope of AI’s impact on our lives and human society. RAISE-25\, a novel Informatics – Advanced Data Science – Artificial Intelligence (AI) Competition\, provides an opportunity to unleash your problem-solving prowess to tackle one of the most defining questions of our time: What will our AI-powered future look like? RAISE-25 invites all young geniuses to explore this time-sensitive and critical theme: Will AI shape our future into a utopian or dystopian reality? \n\n\n\nGraduate and undergraduate students – Dive into real-world data and explore how AI is transforming education\, reshaping careers\, and redefining society as we know it. Whether you’re eager to showcase your skills or spark bold insights\, this is your chance to lead the conversation on humanity’s AI-powered future. With total prizes of up to $17\,000 to be WON\, this is your chance to showcase your informatics\, advanced data science\, analytics\, and AI-driven problem-solving brilliance! \n\n\n\nFinal in-person round will be held at the Bloustein School\, New Brunswick\, NJ on April 11\, 2025. \n\n\n\nThe registration deadline for student teams is February 3\, 2025. \n\n\n\nRAISE-25 Event DetailsRAISE-25 RegisterRAISE-25 Updates on LinkedIn \n\n\n\nRAISE-2025 flyerDownload URL:https://njbda.org/event/raise-2025-is-education-shaping-a-positive-future-with-artificial-intelligence-public-informatics-ai-competition/ LOCATION:Gov. James J. Florio Special Events Forum\, CSB\, 33 Livingston Avenue\, New Brunswick\, New Jersey\, 08901\, United States CATEGORIES:competition ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://njbda.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Our-future-with-AI-5.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250410T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250410T170000 DTSTAMP:20260414T234905 CREATED:20241102T000436Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241126T185622Z UID:2868-1744275600-1744304400@njbda.org SUMMARY:EdgeCon Spring 2025 DESCRIPTION:More information coming soon. URL:https://njbda.org/event/edgecon-spring-2025/ LOCATION:Seton Hall University\, 400 S Orange Ave\, South Orange\, New Jersey\, 07079\, United States CATEGORIES:conference ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://njbda.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/EdgeCon-LOGO-SPRING2025-SetonHall.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250409T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250409T170000 DTSTAMP:20260414T234905 CREATED:20241213T143943Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241213T143951Z UID:2933-1744183800-1744218000@njbda.org SUMMARY:NJ-GMIS Technology Education Conference 2025 DESCRIPTION:From NJ-GMIS: \n\n\n\nJoin us for the 14th annual NJ-GMIS Technology Education Conference to be held on Wednesday\, April 9\, 2025 at the Palace at Somerset Park. We look forward to providing an enjoyable day of quality technology education\, networking\, private sector solutions and good company! \n\n\n\nWHAT: The 14th Annual NJ-GMIS Technology Education ConferenceWHEN: Wednesday\,  April 9\, 2025\, 7:30 am – 5:00 pmWHERE: The Palace at Somerset Park\, 333 Davidson Avenue\, Somerset\, NJ 08873WHO: Public Sector Technology Professionals\, Municipal Leadership\, School Boards\, Elected Officials\, Registered Corporate Partners \n\n\n\nKeynote Speaker – Chris Michael – Mentalist & Magician!  \n\n\n\nChris Michael is a celebrity entertainer who alters the reality of people who transform the world. Chris has performed for three different royal families\, consulted for national TV Shows including America’s Got Talent\, and is the go-to entertainer for celebrities like L.L. Cool J. With more than 15 million views online it’s no wonder everyone why Chris performs to sold out crowds every time.  \n\n\n\nChris’s show enables audiences to realize the power of the “One Moment” that can change their lives. In his show\, Chris reveals the story of the “One Movement” that radically changed his own life\, and he guides audiences through a heartfelt magic experience full of laughter\, amazement\, and emotional moments so that they can discover their own “One Moment”. URL:https://njbda.org/event/nj-gmis-technology-education-conference-2025/ LOCATION:Palace at Somerset Park\, 333 Davidson Avenue\, Somerset\, New Jersey\, 08873\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://njbda.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/2025-banner-joinus_1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250321T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250321T110000 DTSTAMP:20260414T234905 CREATED:20250305T192043Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250305T192045Z UID:3014-1742551200-1742554800@njbda.org SUMMARY:Rethinking Digital Marketing: How Gen AI is Redefining the Future of Search DESCRIPTION:The rapid evolution of Generative AI is transforming the digital marketing landscape\, with search at the forefront of this revolution. Join us to explore how Gen AI is reshaping search advertising\, enabling unparalleled personalization\, and unlocking new opportunities for marketers to connect with audiences. Register now to secure your spot! \n\n\n\nSpeaker: Udayan Bose\, Founder and CEO\, NetElixir URL:https://njbda.org/event/rethinking-digital-marketing-how-gen-ai-is-redefining-the-future-of-search/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:lectures/talks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://njbda.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Udayan-Bose.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250314T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250314T140000 DTSTAMP:20260414T234905 CREATED:20250219T143622Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250313T054139Z UID:2992-1741944600-1741960800@njbda.org SUMMARY:Research Collaboration Forum DESCRIPTION:AI Synergy Transforming Education\, Workforce\, and Industry-Academic Collaborations\n\n\n\nKeynote speaker: Udayan Bose\, founder and CEO\, NetElixir \n\n\n\nJoin us for this unique opportunity to connect to the Big Data & AI Research Community! \n\n\n\n\nBig Data and AI Research Collaborations\n\n\n\nCommunities and Resources for Advancing Collaborations\n\n\n\nFunding Opportunities\n\n\n\nNetwork with NJ Big Data & AI Research Community\n\n\n\nBig Data and AI Research Collaborations\n\n\n\n\nLunch will be provided.  \n\n\n\nVenue: Rider University\, Bart Luedeke Center\, NJM Community Room (Room 245) \n\n\n\nAgenda\n\n\n\n09:30 AMRegistration & Light Refreshments10:00 AMWelcome and Opening Remarks (NJBDA and Rider University – host institution)Forough Ghahramani\, Ed.D.; Vice President\, NJBDA Research Committee; Vice President\, Research & Innovation\, NJ Edge Emre Yetgin\, Ph.D.; Associate Professor and Director of Center for Business Analytics\, Rider University10:05 AMNJBDA UpdatesThe New Jersey Big Data Alliance (NJBDA) Annual Symposium The Journal of Big Data and AIHieu Nguyen\, Professor\, Mathematics\, Rowan University 10:15 AMKeynote: “Rethinking Digital Marketing: The Unstoppable Power of Generative AI and How e-Commerce Marketers Can Seize the Future” \nUdayan Bose\, Founder and CEO\, NetElixir11:00 AMResearch Presentations 11:15-11:45 “AI in Academia: Transforming Teaching\, Research\, and Services” Morteza Mashayekhi\, Ph.D.\, Assistant Professor\, Rider University11:45– 12:15 “Diamond: Democratizing Large Foundation Model Training for Science”Zhao Zhang\, Ph.D.\, Assistant Professor\, Department of Electricaland Computer Engineering\, Rutgers University12:15-12:45 “Resources and Communities for Advancing Research Collaborations”Judith Sheft\, Executive Director\, CSITForough Ghahramani\, Ed.D.\, Vice President\, Research & Innovation\, Edge12:45 – 1:15 “Demystifying Grants: A Roadmap for AI Researchers”Vidya Ganapathy\, Ph.D.\, Director of Sponsored Programs and Research\, Rider University1:15 PMLunch and Informal Networking2:00 PMWorkshop Adjourns and Informal Networking\n\n\n\nShare this agenda (printable PDF) \n\n\n\nParking information:\n\n\n\nParking for attendees is available as shown on this campus map. \n\n\n\nPlease print and display this parking pass on your dashboard. \n\n\n\nFor more information: \n\n\n\nContact Forough Ghahramani at research@njedge.net. \n\n\n\nNJ Big Data ForumDownload URL:https://njbda.org/event/research-collaboration-forum/ LOCATION:Rider University – NJM Room\, 2083 Lawrenceville Road\, Lawrenceville\, New Jersey\, 08648\, United States CATEGORIES:forum/panel discussion ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://njbda.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Research-Forum-2025.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250307T084500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250307T133000 DTSTAMP:20260414T234905 CREATED:20250206T150214Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T135518Z UID:2972-1741337100-1741354200@njbda.org SUMMARY:AI Tools for Agriculture DESCRIPTION:Inviting farmers\, researchers\, and agriculture stakeholders to AI Tools for Agriculture\, Farm to Roundtable Conference \n\n\n\nIn support of New Jersey’s commitment to become a national leader in AI and establish an AI Hub\, the New Jersey Big Data Alliance\, Rutgers University\, and Rowan University are proud to host the first of a series of roundtable conferences devoted to bringing New Jersey farmers\, researchers\, and agriculture stakeholders together to learn about emerging trends in AI for agriculture.  In addition to talks\, there will be opportunities to network and explore ways to collaborate on advancing the field and using AI to solve the most important agricultural challenges facing New Jersey farmers. \n\n\n\nConference Program\n\n\n\n\nKeynote speaker\n\n\n\nLightning talks\n\n\n\nBreakout session\n\n\n\nNetworking opportunities\n\n\n\n\nConference Goals\n\n\n\n\nConnect stakeholders to map pain points in NJ agriculture\n\n\n\nCreate AI-Ag network to foster long-term collaborations\n\n\n\nCreate AI-Ag working groups to spearhead new initiatives\n\n\n\nCreate AI-Ag consortium to pool resources and drive support\n\n\n\n\nRegistration is now closed. \n\n\n\nFor questions\, please contact Hieu Nguyen at nguyen@rowan.edu. \n\n\n\nDownload printable PDF flyer: \n\n\n\nAI Tools for Agriculture Conference Flyer March 7\, 2025.docxDownload URL:https://njbda.org/event/ai-tools-for-agriculture/ LOCATION:Atlantic Cape Community College\, 5100 Black Horse Pike\, Mays Landing\, New Jersey\, 08330\, United States CATEGORIES:conference,networking ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://njbda.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/AI-for-Agriculture-v2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250109T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250109T170000 DTSTAMP:20260414T234905 CREATED:20241101T235739Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241126T185438Z UID:2863-1736413200-1736442000@njbda.org SUMMARY:EdgeCon Winter 2025 DESCRIPTION:Vendor/Sponsorship Opportunities at EdgeCon\n\n\n\nExhibitor Sponsorship and Branding/Conference Meal sponsorships are available. Vendors may also attend the conference without sponsoring\, but at a higher ticket price of $250. \n\n\n\nContact Adam Scarzafava\, Associate Vice President for Marketing and Communications\, for additional details via adam.scarzafava@njedge.net. \n\n\n\nDownload Sponsor Prospectus \n\n\n\nCall for Proposals\n\n\n\nSubmit your presentation topic for the upcoming EdgeCon Winter 2025 conference! This year’s conference will consider the growing impact of technology across the institution and throughout the student lifecycle. This year’s event will focus on ways that technologies like data analytics\, AI\, and more can come together with strategy and process to transform the way our institutions operate\, enhance the educational experience\, and bring greater long-term resiliency to the institution as a whole. \n\n\n\nSubmit proposal URL:https://njbda.org/event/edgecon-winter-2025/ LOCATION:Princeton University\, Princeton\, New Jersey\, United States CATEGORIES:conference ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://njbda.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/EdgeCon-LOGO-WINTER2025-Princeton-WithTreeAndDate.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250108T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250108T160000 DTSTAMP:20260414T234905 CREATED:20241204T191756Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241204T192144Z UID:2916-1736339400-1736352000@njbda.org SUMMARY:Empowering Secure Data-Driven Research: A Workshop on Science DMZ\, Globus\, and InCommon Federation DESCRIPTION:This informative workshop offers a comprehensive overview of Science DMZ\, Globus\, and the InCommon Federation\, focusing on how these technologies can support secure and efficient data-driven research collaborations. Participants will gain insights into how Science DMZ environments optimize network configurations for data-intensive research\, explore Globus as a powerful tool for reliable data management and automation\, and understand the role of InCommon Federation in simplifying identity management and resource sharing across institutions. This session provides foundational knowledge to help attendees enhance data accessibility\, security\, and collaborative capabilities within their research infrastructures. \n\n\n\nJoin us for this session designed to empower researchers\, research computing and information technology (IT) professionals with essential insights for creating secure\, high-performance data transfer frameworks that enhance collaborative research capabilities. \n\n\n\nThere is no fee to attend this workshop. Light refreshments will be served for attendees. \n\n\n\nSpeakers: \n\n\n\nRachana AnanthakrishnanExecutive Director\, Globus\, University of Chicago \n\n\n\nRomy BoltonDirector of Project Management\, Internet2 \n\n\n\nJean Chorazyczewski Director – InCommon Academy\, Internet2 \n\n\n\nJason ZurawskiScience Engagement Engineer\, Energy Sciences Network (ESnet)\, Scientific Networking Division\,  Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory URL:https://njbda.org/event/empowering-secure-data-driven-research-a-workshop-on-science-dmz-globus-and-incommon-federation/ LOCATION:Princeton University – Jadwin Hall Room A7\, Washington Road\, Princeton\, New Jersey\, 08540\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://njbda.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Edge-Empowering-Secure-Data-Driven-Research.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241222T235900 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241222T235900 DTSTAMP:20260414T234905 CREATED:20241126T190130Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241126T190133Z UID:2912-1734911940-1734911940@njbda.org SUMMARY:Rutgers MBS - NJBDA - NJ Pathways Spring 2025 Externship Application Deadline DESCRIPTION: URL:https://njbda.org/event/rutgers-mbs-njbda-nj-pathways-spring-2025-externship-application-deadline/ LOCATION:New Jersey CATEGORIES:deadline ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://njbda.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/MBS-NJBDA.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241212T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241212T194500 DTSTAMP:20260414T234905 CREATED:20241204T213939Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241204T214128Z UID:2922-1734028200-1734032700@njbda.org SUMMARY:Emerging Al Ascendancy and Shifts in Health Informatics Careers DESCRIPTION:Rutgers Informatics Forum on Healthcare & Artificial Intelligence \n\n\n\nThis panel\, with eminent experts from industry and academia\, will address the impact of artificial intelligence (Al) on healthcare and health informatics careers. These experts will present their views on topics of growing importance of Al in healthcare. They will also provide insights into the advanced data science\, analytics and Al education and preparation needed for health informatics jobs and careers. \n\n\n\nExpert Guest Speakers: \n\n\n\nDavid Artz\, MD\, MBAKeynote PresenterHealth Administration Fellow\, Bloustein School\, Rutgers University; Weill Cornell Medicine\, and Atlantic Health System \n\n\n\nCory Yemen\, PhD ’23Director\, Data Science & Infrastructure\, Growth Market Insights\, Labcorp \n\n\n\nSoumitra Bhuyan\, PhD\, MPHExecutive Director\, Health Administration Program and Associate Professor\, Bloustein School\, Rutgers University \n\n\n\nJim Samuel\, PhDExecutive Director\, Master of Public Informatics and Associate Professor of Practice\, Bloustein School\, Rutgers University \n\n\n\nHosted by the Public Informatics Student Group and the Master of Public Informatics (MPI) program at Rutgers University URL:https://njbda.org/event/emerging-al-ascendancy-and-shifts-in-health-informatics-careers/ LOCATION:Zoom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://njbda.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Screenshot-2024-12-04-at-4.38.53-PM.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR