In November 2024, Jinan Charafeddine, Professor Researcher at ESILV, participated as a Keynote Speaker at the 8th International Researchers, Statisticians, and Young Statisticians Congress (IRSYSC 2024).
This international event, organized by Adana Alparslan Türkeş Science and Technology University (ATU) in Adana, Turkey, brought together researchers, academics, and students to discuss the latest statistics and applied sciences advancements.
IRSYSC 2024: A Platform for Knowledge Exchange
The 8th International Researchers, Statisticians, and Young Statisticians Congress provided a global platform for academics, researchers, and students to exchange ideas, share findings, and collaborate across disciplines. IRSYSC 2024 covered a diverse range of topics, including:
- Statistics and Biostatistics
- Econometrics and Biometrics
- Operational Research
- Applied and Interdisciplinary Sciences
The symposium featured in-person, virtual, and hybrid presentations, allowing for broad participation from national and international contributors. IRSYSC 2024 aimed to promote scientific progress by encouraging dialogue between experts and early career researchers.
Participants had the opportunity to present their work and contribute to discussions on advancing statistical methods, applied sciences, and innovative technologies. Selected papers presented during the congress were considered for publication in special issue journals and international books, supported by the Turkish Statistical Institute (TUIK), the event’s main sponsor.
In recognition of excellence, a special award was given to the most outstanding contribution presented during the congress.
Integrating artificial intelligence with advanced robotics
During her keynote presentation, Jinan Charafeddine shared her research on using machine learning and statistics to control robotics.
Her work explored innovative approaches that integrate artificial intelligence with advanced robotics. By focusing on how intelligent systems can optimize robotic functionalities, her research demonstrated the potential of emerging technologies to address modern challenges, particularly those related to sustainable development.
Highlighting Artificial Intelligence and Robotics in Healthcare
Beyond her contributions to robotics, Jinan Charafeddine emphasized her ongoing collaboration with Mersin University Hospital Data Bank. This partnership is part of her broader research efforts in artificial intelligence applied to healthcare.
The partnership aimed to integrate complex medical data into intelligent systems to enhance the precision and efficiency of diagnostics. Furthermore, her research explored how robotic-assisted rehabilitation systems can be optimized using AI and statistical models to improve patient recovery outcomes.
The research combined machine learning algorithms with medical datasets, contributing to the building of more adaptive and responsive healthcare systems. This initiative underscored the importance of interdisciplinary collaborations in tackling real-world healthcare challenges while fostering innovation within the medical and technological domains.
Advancing ESILV’s Research Leadership
Jinan Charafeddine’s keynote address reflected the ESILV research community’s commitment to developing solutions at the intersection of emerging technologies and societal needs.
Her contributions to artificial intelligence and robotics showcased the importance of applying machine learning and statistical methods to address practical challenges in robotics control or healthcare applications.
The IRSYSC 2024 provided a valuable opportunity to highlight ESILV’s expertise and research advancements on an international stage. Jinan Charafeddine contributed to academic discussions and fostered collaborative opportunities with researchers and institutions worldwide by sharing her knowledge and findings.
Bridging Technology, Innovation, and Sustainable Development
Jinan Charafeddine’s research illustrated how technology and innovation are crucial in shaping sustainable development. By bridging AI, robotics, and healthcare, her work exemplified how interdisciplinary approaches can lead to more efficient, intelligent, and adaptable systems.
Her participation in IRSYSC 2024 reaffirmed the role of ESILV researchers in contributing to the scientific progress and technological innovation necessary to address pressing global challenges. This event served as a testament to the growing importance of collaborative research and knowledge sharing in driving advancements across fields.
Through her keynote presentation, Jinan Charafeddine reinforced the significance of integrating machine learning, statistics, and robotics to create solutions that are both forward-looking and impactful for society.
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