AI in Research Symposium 2025
The AI in Research Symposium 2025 brings together Griffith researchers, HDR candidates, research support staff, and external partners for a one-day program exploring how AI is transforming research.
This year’s keynote, Learning and Leading in the AI World, will inspire participants to not only learn about AI but also recognise how well-positioned they are to lead in a rapidly evolving AI landscape.
The program features a hands-on Generative AI workshop, breakout presentations from Griffith researchers, lightning talks from industry and eResearch Services, dedicated poster and networking sessions, and a 90-minute panel discussion with AI experts.
Building on the success of the 2024 symposium, the 2025 program will showcase innovative AI research, promote safe and responsible adoption, and foster interdisciplinary collaboration within and beyond Griffith University.
Register for AI in Research Symposium 2025
We invite you to participate in the AI in Research Symposium 2025. Free for Griffith Staff and HDR candidates.
Location
N76, Brisbane South (Nathan) Campus, Griffith University
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Date
Thursday, 30th October 2025
Agenda
| TIME | Details |
|---|---|
| 8:45 - 13:45 | Registration Open |
| 8:45 - 9:30 | Networking, Coffee/Tea, Sponsor Exhibition and Poster Viewing |
| 9:30 - 9:40 | Prof. Andrea Bishop (PVCR) |
| 9:40 - 10:40 | Keynote Speech: Learning and Leading the AI World Adj/Prof. Brent Richards, FRACP FCICM Bio: As co-founder, board member and expert-in residence for the Queensland AI Consortium (QLD AI Hub), Dr Richards is deeply engaged in the AI ecosystem in Queensland, regularly giving talks and advice on AI across multiple industries, including startups, SMEs, and Government. Previously he worked as an intensive care specialist, director of ICU, executive director of surgery, then medical director of innovation at GCHHS, and Professor of Critical Care Research. |
| 10:40 - 11:10 | Morning Tea, Sponsor Exhibition and Poster Viewing |
| BREAKOUT ROOMS | |
|---|---|
| BREAKOUT ROOM 1 | BREAKOUT ROOM 2 |
| 11:10 - 12:10 | 11:10 - 11:50 |
Workshop: Accelerating Your AI Journey: Practical Tools to Boost Productivity and Outcomes | Presentation: AI Beyond Text and Images: Unlocking Research with Your Own Data |
| 12:10 - 12:30 | 11:50 - 12:30 |
Lightning Talk: Making AI Work for You: Griffith's Tools, Resources, and Pathways | Presentation: Intelligent Mobility Futures: From Emerging Technologies to Real-World Application |
| 12:30 - 13:30 | Lunch, Sponsor Exhibition and Poster Viewing |
|---|---|
| 13:30 - 13:45 | Lightning Talk: Hardware That Thinks: AI-Ready Systems for Tomorrow’s Research |
| 13:45 – 15:15 | |
| 15:15 - 15:20 | Closing |
Poster Session - Expression of Interest
This year's symposium will feature dedicated poster sessions, with multiple opportunities for attendees to view and engage with posters throughout the day, in addition to the lunch break. These sessions are designed to showcase AI-related research from across Griffith — including HDR and staff-led projects — and to create space for conversation, collaboration, and feedback.
If you would like to present a poster, please indicate your interest when completing the event registration form by opting in at the relevant question. We will contact all poster contributors by 15 October 2025 with further details.
Speakers & Sessions
Keynote Speech: Learning and Leading the AI World | |
| Presenter | Adj/Prof. Brent Richards, FRACP FCICM |
| Abstract | In this keynote, Adjunct Professor Brent Richards shares insights on the evolving role of AI in research, healthcare, and innovation leadership. Drawing from his experience across clinical, executive, and advisory roles, he highlights how individuals and institutions can adapt and lead in an AI-driven future. |
Workshop: Accelerating Your AI Journey: Practical Tools to Boost Productivity and Outcomes | |
| Presenters | Adj.Prof. Brent Richards, FRACP FCICM and Prof Stefanie Feih Director of Advanced Design and Prototyping Technologies Institute (ADaPT) |
| Abstract | This hands-on workshop will explore how AI can enhance research productivity through approved university tools such as GitHub Copilot and Microsoft Copilot. Participants will gain practical experience with these platforms while reflecting on their responsibilities as university staff when using AI — including maintaining academic integrity, ensuring the responsible use of data, and aligning with institutional policies. The session will conclude with a collaborative brainstorming exercise to identify “low-hanging fruit” — immediate problems or tasks that AI could help address — to help shape the agenda for future community meetings. |
| Note | If possible, please bring a laptop to follow along during the session. |
Lightning Talk: Making AI Work for You: Griffith's Tools, Resources, and Pathways | |
| Presenter | Wei Shen, eResearch Services |
| Abstract | Discover the range of AI tools, services, and support available at Griffith to help streamline your research and boost productivity. This lightning talk offers a quick tour of practical resources and pathways to get started with AI in your own work. |
Lightning Talk: Hardware That Thinks: AI-Ready Systems for Tomorrow's Research | |
| Presenter | XENON Systems |
| Abstract | This lightning talk highlights emerging hardware technologies that support advanced AI workflows, from machine learning to high-performance computing. |
AI Beyond Text and Images: Unlocking Research with Your Own Data | |
| Presenters | Professor Shirui Pan, ARC Future Fellow, School of ICT and Dr. Ming Jin, Lecturer of AI, School of ICT |
| Abstract | Artificial intelligence is widely known for tools like ChatGPT or image generators, but most research data looks very different. Researchers often work with networks — such as molecules, financial transactions, or ecosystems — and with patterns that change over time, like health signals, water quality, or traffic flow. In this talk, we will explore how new AI methods can help make sense of these data, opening opportunities in areas from drug discovery to fraud detection and urban planning. We will also show how large language models can be combined with domain knowledge to provide more reliable insights, and why trustworthiness is essential if AI is to become a true partner in research. |
Intelligent Mobility Futures: From Emerging Technologies to Real-World Application | |
| Presenter | Dr. Bo (Bobby) Du, Senior Lecturer, Department of Management, Griffith Business School |
| Abstract |
The transportation sector is undergoing a major transformation in response to growing and dynamic demand, increasing network uncertainty, and the rise of emerging mobility technologies such as connected and automated vehicles (CAVs) and unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). These developments pose significant challenges to the existing transportation system as it transitions into a new era of automated, connected, electrified and shared mobility. This presentation will explore the next-generation mobility ecosystem, driven by cutting-edge technologies, such as artificial intelligence (AI) and quantum computing (QC). It will introduce a range of future mobility solutions, including the applications of CAVs and UAVs, smart traffic signal control, and mobility optimisation for large-scale events like the Brisbane 2032 Summer Olympics. |
Panel Discussion: AI in Research
Director, Advanced Design and Prototyping Technologies Institute (ADaPT) |
Director, ARC Research Hub for Driving Farming Productivity and Disease Prevention |
Head of School, School of Information and Communication Technology |
Co-founder, Board Member and Expert-in-Residence, Queensland AI Consortium (QLD AI Hub) |
Department of Management, Griffith Business School |
Note: Panelists are listed in alphabetical order by last name.
Sponsors
XENON Systems
XENON assists complex teams and organisations to do great new things. With over two decades of experience in designing and deploying supercomputers, servers and HPC clusters under their belt, XENON has become the leader in high performance computing, storage and artificial intelligence solutions.
XENON solves complex IT problems by working with customers in a spirit of partnership and discovery, developing solutions beyond the bounds of the expected.
Event Host
eResearch Services, Research Specialised and Data Foundations
Digital Solutions
Researcher Education and Development (RED)
Office for Research