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When Our Social Problems Go Digital Jul 16, 2017

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Whether it's Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, WhatsApp or any combination of the above, social media apps are changing the way we relate to each other. So when all your friends (and enemies) can be reached at the touch of a button, is this bringing us closer or pushing us further apart? And what happens when our interactions turn bad? Producer/Presenter: Cheyne Anderson Speakers: Sally & Laura, social media users Robyn Johns, Management Discipline Group at the University of Technology Sydney Archie Boulter, Programs Director for Project Rockit Guodong Long, Lecturer at the Centre for Artificial Intelligence at the University of Technology Sydney

Are Data Scientists Innovating Themselves Out Of A Job? Jul 09, 2017

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In 2012, the Harvard Business Review called Data Science the 'Sexiest Job of the Century'. It's not hard to see why - data scientists are at the vanguard of the technological revolution. They're changing nearly every field and developing new ways of collecting and interpreting data at breakneck speed. But could they actually be making themselves obsolete? Producer/Presenter: Cheyne Anderson Speakers: Chengqi Zhang, Executive Director of Data Science at the University of Technology Sydney Michael Blumenstein, Head of School of Software in the Faculty of Engineering & IT at the University of Technology Sydney Anthony Tockar, Data Scientist at CBIG Consulting

Creativity In The Digital Age Jul 02, 2017

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Technology has opened up new possibilities for art to push the boundaries like never before. From an AI art blogger to intricate visualisations of our cellular structure, artists are embracing technology to challenge the way we see the world around us. We take a look at some of the stories from the intersection of science, technology and art. Producers/Presenters: Cheyne Anderson & Joe Koning Speakers: Tom Lee - School of Design, University of Technology Sydney Drew Berry - Biological Animator Peter Johnson - Assistant Curator at the Museum of Contemporary Art

Don't Run With Molecular Scissors Jun 25, 2017

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With revolutions in gene editing technology, scientists are developing ways to wipe out out genetic diseases like cancer, and also opening up the possibility of editing for superpowers. In this episode, Cheyne Anderson speaks to biomedical engineer Joshua Chou about CRISPR-cas9, the secretive international gene race and the X-men. Producer/Presenter: Cheyne Anderson Speaker: Dr Joshua Chou - University of Technology Sydney Think: Digital Futures is supported by 2SER and the University of Technology Sydney.

How Data Is Decoding Healthcare Jun 17, 2017

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As the needs of the population begin to change, so too does the way we deliver healthcare. In collaboration with Think: Health, we look at how data is revolutionizing healthcare delivery, and whether we should be concerned about our privacy. Producers/Presenters: Ellen Leabeater & Jake Morcom Speakers: Jude Constable - Acting General Manager, Westmead Hospital Mary Lam - Senior Lecturer and Acting Director of Digital Health and Innovation, University of Technology Sydney Richard Royle - National Digital Health Lead, Price Waterhouse Coopers Michael Bainbridge - Head of Clinical Engagement at the International Health Terminology Standards Development Organisation Louise Ryan - Professor of Statistics at University of Technology Sydney Dominique Cadilhac - Data Custodian of the Australian Stroke Data Tool and Australian Stroke Registry For more info head to 2ser.com This show is supported by 2SER and the University of Technology Sydney.

REBROADCAST: How Phones Are A New Front In The Fight Against Domestic Violence Jun 11, 2017

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Having a device in your pocket 24/7 opens up new opportunities for abusers to control and spy on their partners. But it's also an opportunity for domestic violence victims and services to be more connected than ever before. Presenter: Ellen Leabeater Producer: Josh Nicholas Speakers: Alex Davis - Solicitor, Legal Aid NSW Priyadarsi Nanda - Senior Lecturer, School of Computing and Communications, University of Technology Sydney Dr Bhuva Narayan - Senior Lecturer, IKM and Digital Studies Program, University of Technology Sydney Emily Maguire - CEO, SmartSafe+ Nitika Maharaj - Manager Clinical Services, Doncare Think: Digital Futures is supported by 2SER and the University of Technology Sydney.

The Double-edged Sword Of Data Jun 04, 2017

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Sometimes we get caught up thinking data and science are the be all and end all - it can give us a lot of answers sure, but the devil is in the detail. How are we interpreting data wrong? And why do we have trouble communicating it? Presenters/Producers: Cheyne Anderson & Ellen Leabeater Speakers: Jon Wardle - Faculty of Health, University of Technology Sydney Simon Knight - Lecturer, Connected Intelligence Centre, UTS Mark Moritz - Associate Professor, Department of Anthropology, Ohio State University Think: Digital Futures is supported by 2SER and the University of Technology Sydney. http://2ser.com/shows/think-digital-futures/

Preparing For The Quantum Revolution May 27, 2017

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It's more likely than not we'll see quantum computers in the next few decades, so what issues do we need to consider before they arrive? We examine how quantum computers will be programmed, and how we can protect our personal data. Presenters/Producers: Ellen Leabeater, Cheyne Anderson Speakers: Professor Michael Blumenstein - Head of the School of Software in the Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology at the University of Technology Sydney Vikram Sharma - Founder and CEO, Quintessence Labs With thanks to Lawrence Bull. Think: Digital Futures is supported by 2SER and the University of Technology Sydney.

Mining High Court Data May 20, 2017

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The High Court is the last court of appeal in Australia, but not everyone gets a chance at the final say. Parties have to apply to have a matter heard in the High Court, so how do judges decide who does and doesn't get a look in? Presenter/Producer: Ellen Leabeater Speakers: Professor Anita Stuhmcke - Faculty of Law, University of Technology Sydney Pamela Stewart - Senior Lecturer, Faculty of Law, University of Technology Sydney Think: Digital Futures is supported by 2SER and the Unversity of Technology Sydney.

The Future Of Drug Crime May 14, 2017

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Innovation is a blessing and a curse in the fight against global drug trafficking. Think: Digital Futures explores the changing landscape of recreational drug use, and the developments in science and technology that are challenging the way we connect drugs to crime. Presenter/Producer: Cheyne Anderson Speakers: Morgan Philp - PhD Candidate University Technology Sydney Marie Morelato - Post-doctoral Chancellor's Fellow at the University of Technology Sydney Dr James Martin - Convener of the Criminology Program at Macquarie University Produced with the support of 2SER and the University of Technology Sydney. For more info www.2ser.com/thinkdigitalfutures

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