Cédric Villani

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© Irmeli Jung
Mathematician, Professor
Lyon 1 University & IHES

He is French mathematician, trained and taught in Paris, Lyon, Atlanta, Berkeley, and Princeton. He holds the Fields Medal 2010 from the Academy of Sciences. He is involved in science culture and Federalist at heart; former member of the Scientific Advisory Board of European Commission and former MP working on France’s AI strategy.

Cédric Villani on the Schedule 2023

All times in CEST

Friday, 25. August

Starting times
Afternoon
How Will AI Shape Humanity and Vice Versa?
English 60
Artificial intelligence both augments and disrupts human capacities and activities. Due to the speed and process of the AI revolution, humanity might struggle to adapt. Changes due to AI might be perceived as new freedoms or dangerous dependencies. As this coexistence of humanity and AI becomes the new normal, how will our lives change? What will it mean to be human in the age of AI?   Session objective: Building understanding – Build your understanding by learning about personal insights and experiences as well as developments in science, society, politics or world affairs. 
Congress Centrum Alpbach , CCA – Herz-Kremenak-Saal
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17:00 - 18:00 How Will AI Shape Humanity and Vice Versa?
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Evening
Track Forum: Community Talks
English 60
The Track Forum is your space to connect to fellow participants and speakers around the four thematic tracks of the EFA. Each corner of Schrödinger Hall hosts one track community. Sit at one of the nine tables, get to know interesting leaders and experts, and have a great conversation about current issues.  Climate Track: Table 1 – Come and meet Anuna de Wever Table 2 – Discussing current developments in climate policy innovation in Brussels with Anna Sobczak  Democracy Track: Table 1 – Come and meet Cédric Villani Table 2 – Discussing current developments in representation of underrepresented groups with Jana Degrott Finance & Economy Track: Table 1 – Come and meet Antonella Mei-Pochtler Table 2 – Discussing current developments in Europe's political economy with Carsten Pillath Security Track: Table 1 – Come and meet Margot Wallström Table 2 – Discussing current developments in Russia with Stefan Meister
Congress Centrum Alpbach , CCA – Schrödinger-Saal
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18:30 - 19:30 Track Forum: Community Talks
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Network

Monday, 28. August

Starting times
Morning
Is the Use of AI Disrupting Democracy?
English 180
While AI has the potential to enhance democratic processes, its use can also endanger democracy in several ways. Much depends on how the technology is developed, implemented, and regulated. Is Europe in a unique position to shape this complicated relationship? Can the EU take a leading role by implementing the AI Act?   Session objective: Building understanding – Build your understanding by learning about personal insights and experiences as well as developments in science, society, politics or world affairs.  //INFO: Because of heavy rain, the session is going to take place in the first floor (OG1) of the Volksschule Alpbach.
Volksschule , Volksschule – Upper Floor 1
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09:00 - 12:00 Is the Use of AI Disrupting Democracy?
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Hike