DANC Science & Technology Forum
AI Roundtable: Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning in Defense & Industry
East Carolina University along with and the Defense Alliance of NC (DANC) and Michael Best Law and Consulting are hosted a Science and Technology Forum Tuesday, April 23 at the Main Campus Student Center (Ballroom A) in Greenville, N.C.
AI experts from ECU, Attollo Defense, FRC East, and MrBeast discussed the latest technologies, challenges and what is on the horizon.
This event included the following presentation topics:
Program-at-a-Glance
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12:15-12:30pm Check-in
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12:30-12:55pm Networking
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1:00-1:20pm Welcome and Opening Remarks
Phil Williams, Defense Alliance of NC
Keith Wheeler, Executive Director, ECU’s Office of National Security and Industry Initiatives -
1:20-1:40pm Is AI a friend or a foe?
Drs. Nic Herndon & David Hart, College of Engineering & Technology, Department of Computer Science -
1:40-2:00pm CRAG – AI assistant enabling IoT solutions
Dr. Ciprian “Chip” Popoviciu and Colby Sawyer, College of Engineering & Technology, Dept of Technology Systems -
2:00-2:10pm Break
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2:10-2:30pm WatchDOG: Revolutionizing Defense Cyber Operations with AI-Enhanced Teaming and Automated Response
Colby Sawyer, Software Developer, Attollo Defense, New Bern, NC -
2:30-2:50pm Machine Health Monitoring in a Digital Industrial Workspace
Tad Sylivant, Jarred Burr, and Chase Templeton, Advanced Technology and Innovation (ATI) Team, Fleet Readiness Center East, MCAS Cherry Point, NC -
2:50-3:10pm How AI Will Disrupt Content
Data Scientist, MrBeast, Greenville, NC -
3:10-3:20pm Break
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3:20-4:50pm Panel discussion
Moderated by Lyle Gravatt, Michael Best law & consulting -
4:50-5:00pm Closing remarks
Questions?
Contact Keith Wheeler, ECU’s Executive Director of National Security and Industry Initiatives, wheelerch18@ecu.edu, 252-737-5569; or Jim Menke, Director of National Security Initiatives menkej@ecu.edu, 252-737-1354
ADA Accommodations
Individuals requesting accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) should contact the ADA coordinator at least 1-2 weeks prior to the event at 252-737-1018 / ada-coordinator@ecu.edu
Conference Leaders
ECU’s Office of National Security & Industry Initiatives operates within Research, Economic Development and Engagement and serves as a conduit through which researchers can connect with external stakeholders and align their interest with those of regional business and DoD, DHS, and other federal partners. We strengthen and expand ECU partnerships through regional engagement with industry, military, government, economic and workforce developers to increase opportunities for students and faculty to provide value to partners and advance economic development and regional transformation.
Keith Wheeler
Executive Director of
National Security and Industry Initiatives
wheelerch18@ecu.edu
252-737-5569
The Defense Alliance of North Carolina (DANC) is a private, nonprofit, organization focused on strengthening North Carolina’s defense sector and those who support it. The Alliance combines the powerful leadership of distinguished military officers and industry executives, a large and active membership base, and an impressive set of standing forums and events to support North Carolina’s government, military, business, and academic communities.
The Alliance’s unique ability to lead government, military, industry, and academic partners in collaborative efforts toward common objectives continues to create opportunities for North Carolina while augmenting the capabilities of the nation’s military.
Tammy Everett
DANC Executive Director
teverett@defensealliancenc.org
910-690-4450
Phil Williams
DANC Science & Technology Chair
phil.williams@linktophil.com
336-312-6478
Michael Best provides unified legal, consulting, and government relations solutions designed to achieve client goals. Our team combines our experience, relationships, and subject-matter expertise across a number of industries and topics for collaborative and tailored solutions. The multidisciplinary Best Autonomous Insights team combines deep knowledge and more than 30 years of industry experience with full-service business advisory capabilities, complemented by robust legal and government relations expertise. Our Defense & National Security practice in D.C. and NC helps clients navigate the defense, intelligence, and homeland security environments at both the classified and unclassified levels.
Kyle Snyder
Principal, Michael Best
kyle.snyder@michaelbest.com
984-220-8744
Lyle Gravatt
Managing Partner, Raleigh Office, Michael Best
wlgravatt@michaelbest.com
919-578-5693
