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SUMMARY:AI Academy I Advanced Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG)
DESCRIPTION:#Talks\nRetrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) enhances Large Language Models (LLMs) by integrating information retrieval\, overcoming key limitations such as hallucinations\, outdated knowledge\, and lack of access to private company data. This makes RAG a highly valuable business application across different industries. However\, major challenges remain\, including retrieval efficiency\, source quality\, and integration of structured and unstructured data. This AI Academy explores advanced RAG techniques that aim to solve these challenges. As always at the AI Academy\, we invite a speaker from research (Christopher Tauchmann) and a speaker from industry (Marcel Rosiak) to shed light on an innovative AI topic from both sides.\nChristopher will provide an overview of Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG)\, covering fundamental concepts and key advancements in retrieval\, and domain specific fine-tuning. His talk will explore how these developments can enhance the relevance of generated content.\nMarcel will present two real-world case studies of advanced RAG applications\, focusing on (1) optimizing a small\, German-language RAG system with targeted training methods and on (2) integrating knowledge graphs into the retrieval process. His talk will cover business strategies for successfully implementing these advancements in enterprise settings. \n#Speakers\nChristopher is a postdoctoral researcher at the AIML Lab at TU Darmstadt and hessian.AI. His work focuses on post-training LLMs\, with an emphasis on reasoning. \nMarcel leads AI innovation at embraceableAI with a focus on developing practical\, enterprise-ready language model solutions. Currently he is heading GRAG project\, a collaborative effort to advance German-language AI capabilities.
URL:https://hessian.ai/event/ai-academy-advanced-rag/
LOCATION:Online
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SUMMARY:Sprint Projects at PyConDE & PyData 2025
DESCRIPTION:#Motivation Speech\nYou want to get to know open-source projects on AI & ML? Contribute to a hands-on coding session and become part of an active community? hessian.AI together with PyConDE & PyData is hosting development sprints. Sprints provide a unique opportunity for maintainers and contributors to collaborate\, share knowledge\, and push projects forward in a focused environment. Whether you’re making your first pull request or you’re a seasoned contributor\, you’re welcome to join.\nReady to run? 🏃‍➡️🏃‍♂️‍➡️ \n#10 Sprints at Start Line\nNatural Language Processing · Synthetic Data Generation · Numerical Optimization · LLM Agent Memory · Reinforcement Learning · Conversation Tracker · Research Data Management · 3D Meeting World · Visualizing High Dimension Data · Urban Climate AI \n*No PyCon ticket is required but registration is mandatory. Please follow the sign-up button.
URL:https://hessian.ai/event/sprint-projects-at-pyconde-pydata/
LOCATION:Universitäts- und Landesbibliothek (ULB) Stadtmitte\, Magdalenenstraße 8\, Darmstadt\, 64289\, Germany
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20250423T163000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20250423T220000
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SUMMARY:AIConnects - Startup Competition Finale 2025
DESCRIPTION:The AI ecosystem in Hesse is constantly growing and hessian.AI is right at its center. After the massive success of last years – and the first ever “AIConnects” – we are right back at it. This format aims to bridge the gap between AI research and AI application\, supporting knowledge transfer and bringing the right people together to foster AI innovation. Our unique ecosystem is fueled by the diversity of its players\, spanning from world-class AI research talent to AI developers and AI applicants. That is why \n\nAIConnects research.\nAIConnects startups.\nAIConnects industry.\n\n\nHighlights \n\n\nMeet investors\, companies and AI experts who can advance your startup \n\n\nAI Startup Competition Finals – experience how early-stage startups pitch their AI innovations \n\n\nNetwork with the tech and AI community – find potential partners\, customers and co-founders \n\n\nKnowledge transfer & synergies – Connect with top researchers and developers \n\n\nPart of the international PyCon community of the conference PyCon DE & PyData 2025 – AIConnects opens doors to the global tech scene \n\n\n  \nProgram:\n4:30 PM: Admission & Registration \n5:00 PM: Introduction & Startup Pitches by AI Startup Competition Finalists \n6:00 PM: Fireside Chat with Kenza Ait Si Abbou & Accelerator RISING-Panel with leading AI experts \n7:00 PM: Award Ceremony for AI Startup Competition Winners \n7:30 PM: Networking\, drinks & food \n  \nThe event will be held in english. \nTo ensure your place is reserved\, please register right away. Places are limited\, first come\, first serve! \nWe look forward to an inspiring event that fosters innovation and collaboration in the AI community.
URL:https://hessian.ai/event/aiconnects-2025-startup-competition-finale/
LOCATION:Centralstation\, Im Carree\, Darmstadt\, Hessen\, 64283\, Germany
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SUMMARY:Partner Event | Growth Alliance Networking Summit - GANS25
DESCRIPTION:Growth Alliance Networking Summit 2025 – Experience the Future of the AgriFood Industry\nOn May 8\, 2025\, it’s that time again: The Growth Alliance Networking Summit (GANS25) will bring together the most innovative start-ups\, thought leaders\, and decision-makers in the AgriFood industry in Frankfurt. \nExperience the most promising AgriFood start-ups live\, discover their solutions\, and make valuable connections with industry leaders\, investors\, and other key players. From smart water usage and alternative proteins to next-gen agriculture – GANS25 provides a platform for the future of the industry. \nEvent Highlights:\n\nDiscover the most innovative start-ups in the AgriFood sector\nNetwork with leading minds in the industry\nInspiring keynotes & panels on current and relevant topics\n\nMore information and registration at GANS25
URL:https://hessian.ai/event/partner-event-growth-alliance-networking-summit-gans25/
LOCATION:NEUE KAISER\, Kaiserstraße 28\, Frankfurt am Main\, 60311\, Germany
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20250519T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20250519T170000
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SUMMARY:Partner Event | GenAI Day Frankfurt 2025- Gain insights into scientific methods from the idea to the implementation of generative AI in business processes
DESCRIPTION:Would you like to tap into the potential of Generative AI in your company and gain practical knowledge to successfully drive forward the integration of GenAI into company processes? Our ‘GenAI Days – Integrating Generative AI into company processes’ offer well-founded methods for targeted use case development and strategic planning as well as best practices for the productive use of Generative AI applications. In addition to technical foundations\, this format focuses in particular on the ethical\, regulatory and economic issues that are important for managers. \nRegister now to discuss these and many other exciting questions with us at the GenAI Day Frankfurt 2025.
URL:https://hessian.ai/event/partner-event-genai-day-frankfurt-2025-gain-insights-into-scientific-methods-from-the-idea-to-the-implementation-of-generative-ai-in-business-processes/
LOCATION:House of Science and Transfer\, Hungener Straße 6\, 60389\, Frankfurt am Main
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250526
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SUMMARY:re:publica 2025
DESCRIPTION:hessian.AI is on site at re:publica\, the largest digital conference in Europe! \nre:publica is Europe’s leading conference for the digital society\, bringing together innovators\, creatives and thinkers to discuss the future of the internet\, technology and society! \nThis year\, the hessian.AI KI-Servicezentrum will be on site with a joint stand together with the three other AI service centers\, KI-Servicezentrum WestAI\, KISSKI and the KI-Servicezentrum Berlin-Brandenburg. \n💬🗣️ Test interactive demos\, share your ideas and talk to us. Experience our AI solutions live at the stand\, e.g. as an exam helper\, with AI voice cloning or the visualization of AI decisions. \n👋 Whether you are a founder\, a researcher\, work in a company or are simply curious – come by! \nAs AI service centers\, we support companies and science in the use of AI – with courses\, advice and technical infrastructure – and develop our own AI solutions. Behind this are the AI experts from Germany’s leading research institutions. \n📆 From May 26 to 28\, 2025 in Berlin \n👉 Who will we meet at re:publica25? Our teams are looking forward to productive talks and discussions on the latest AI trends and developments. \nFurther information and tickets: https://re-publica.com/de.
URL:https://hessian.ai/event/republica-2025/
LOCATION:STATION Berlin\, Germany
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20250603T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20250603T180000
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SUMMARY:Partner Event | How cyber resilience is changing traditional IT
DESCRIPTION:This event will show how managed services and strategic IT partnerships help medium-sized companies to set up their IT in a secure\, efficient and future-oriented way – despite growing complexity\, cyber risks and a shortage of skilled labour. \nProgramme items: \n\nKeynote speeches from experts in IT services\, healthcare and technology\nInsights from CISCO: ‘Flexibility and security in the cloud with Cisco Meraki’\nComstor insight: ‘Why network and security need to be considered together’\nPanel discussion on organisational and technological developments\nNetworking with drinks & snacks\n\nThe presentations will be in German.
URL:https://hessian.ai/event/how-cyber-resilience-is-changing-traditional-it/
LOCATION:TechQuartier\, Platz der Einheit 2\, Frankfurt am Main\, 60327\, Germany
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20250604T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20250604T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T181008
CREATED:20250528T193256Z
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SUMMARY:Partner Event | foundersXchange Darmstadt – Trends in B2B marketing
DESCRIPTION:In the third fXc of the year\, we will be focussing on the question of how we can make contact with B2B customers. We have organised different perspectives on the topic for you: \nProf. Dr Ralf Schellhase\, Professor of Marketing and Academic Director of the MBA programme at Darmstadt University of Applied Sciences\, will kick things off with a keynote speech on trends in B2B marketing. \nAfterwards\, Ansgar Thilmann\, founder and CEO of the start-up HCP Sense\, will talk about his experiences in the field of B2B customer acquisition – what worked well\, what didn’t? \nYou want more? As always\, the open mic session will give you the opportunity to briefly present your ideas and questions and get support from the network! If possible\, please register in advance by sending an e-mail to events@cesah.com. \nWe look forward to seeing you! \nThe foundersXchange is a joint event series organised by: ATHENE Digital Hub Cybersecurity\, cesah GmbH Centrum für Satellitennavigation Hessen\, hessian.AI\, HIGHEST – Innovations- und Gründungszentrum der TU Darmstadt\, HUB31 – Technologie und Gründerzentrum Darmstadt and YUBIZZ! – start-up initiative of Darmstadt University of Applied Sciences. \nWe would like to thank StartHub Hessen for their continuous support of the event series\, as well as TIZ Darmstadt GmbH for their support of this edition of the foundersXchange. \nTravel advice:\nThe TIZ Darmstadt is only a few minutes’ walk from Darmstadt’s main railway station\, we recommend travelling by public transport. The event will take place on the 3rd floor of the TIZ Darmstadt – just follow the signs and the arrows on the floor.
URL:https://hessian.ai/event/partner-event-foundersxchange-darmstadt-trends-in-b2b-marketing/
LOCATION:TIZ\, Robert-Bosch-Straße 7\, Darmstadt\, Hessen\, Germany
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20250606T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20250620T123000
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CREATED:20250528T191259Z
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SUMMARY:Partner Event | From Noise to Numbers: The Smart Selling Trilogy
DESCRIPTION:Join our Webinar-Series – From Noise to Numbers: The Smart Selling Trilogy \nGain valuable insights and practical guidance on the art of selling in this engaging three-part event series. We’ll kick things off with Session 1: “Why Online Marketing & Branding Are Essential to the Sales Process” on Friday\, June 6\, followed by two additional sessions on Friday\, June 13 and Friday\, June 20. \nAll sessions will be held online via Zoom from 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM. \nWhile the sessions are designed to build on each other\, you’re welcome to join any session individually based on your interest and availability. \nPart 1: Friday 6 June\, 11:00-12:30\, Why online Marketing & Branding are essentials in the Sales process \nWe will touch modern sales psychology and why you should develop a framework and stick to it. Starting from an overview\, we will dive deep into the mechanics of online Marketing and Branding. \nWe will discuss powerful tools such as LinkedIn and how to make these tools work for you and your business. \nWe will share some simple methods to get everyone on board and motivated. We will show you how to find your target audience. \n  \nPart 2: Friday\, 13 June\, 11:00-12:30\, Network your way to success / customers \nIn this webinar we will get one step closer to the sales process. Whereas we learned about getting attention\, building relationships and networks\, this session will get us one step closer in the sales process. From getting attention to getting buying customers. \n  \nPart 3: Friday\, 20 June\, 11:00-12:30\, Sales psychology\, scripts\, follow-ups\, and closing deals \nNow it’s time to turn trust into tangible results. In this final session\, we focus on how to close sales with confidence\, professionalism\, and authenticity. You’ll get access to tested scripts\, learn how to follow up without feeling “salesy\,” and discover strategies for upselling and securing long-term customer relationships. We’ll also cover how to systematize your sales process so it runs smoothly — and sustainably — even as you grow. \n  \nStructure of the webinars: \nWhat makes this webinar-series special is the combination of theory\, case studies\, Questions and answers. The first part of the webinars will be presentation style of our two experts\, followed by practical examples\, deep dive into tools like LinkedIn and success stories. The series is designed in a way to allow questions and answer and interactive exchange. \n  \nYour Speakers: Maike Benner and Lilli Rohde \nAs independent strategy consultants\, Maike Benner and Lilli Rohde bring years of experience in sales & marketing\, business development\, and change management—along with their expertise on LinkedIn. Through their company MaLish\, they support international SMEs\, freelancers\, start-ups\, employees\, associations\, non-profits\, and universities. \n  \nThe event is sponsored and made possible by Start Hub Hessen.
URL:https://hessian.ai/event/partner-event-from-noise-to-numbers-the-smart-selling-trilogy/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20250610T143000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20250610T210000
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SUMMARY:Partner Event | Innovation Day Bad Homburg
DESCRIPTION:The groundr Innovation Day offers exciting insights into the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the business world. Look forward to inspiring keynote speeches\, panel discussions\, and hands-on use cases highlighting the applications\, opportunities\, and challenges of AI. \nThe event will be officially opened by Mayor Alexander Hetjes.\nA special highlight: Promising AI startups will pitch their ideas – and the audience will vote to choose the winner! \nYour host for the day is Dr. Peter Gentsch\, who will guide you through the program with inspiring impulses\, valuable insights\, and excellent networking opportunities. \nWhat to expect: \n\n\nHow companies from the region are successfully integrating AI into their daily operations \n\n\nThe tangible value AI can create for your business \n\n\nTips for the secure and efficient implementation of AI solutions \n\n\nNetworking with experts and decision-makers \n\n\nBe part of this unique event and experience how AI is shaping the business world of tomorrow!
URL:https://hessian.ai/event/partner-event-innovation-day-bad-homburg/
LOCATION:accadis Hochschule Bad Homburg\, Am Weidenring 4\, Bad Homburg\, 61352\, Germany
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20250806T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20250806T203000
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SUMMARY:fXc Sommerfest special 2025: foundersXchange meets Founders Forum for Sustainability!
DESCRIPTION:Let’s celebrate summer together! ☀ \nTogether with the Founders Forum Hessen\, we warmly invite you to our Summer Festival on August 6\, 2025\, from 5:00 PM at Weststadtcafé Darmstadt. \nWhat to expect:\nMeet founders\, aspiring entrepreneurs\, and startup enthusiasts in a relaxed summer atmosphere – with barbecue\, drinks\, a great vibe\, and inspiring conversations. \nProgram highlights: \n\nOpen-Air Open Mic: After a brief keynote\, the stage is yours – pitch your idea or listen to innovative and inspiring contributions\nWelcome drink on the house\nGames & networking: Connect with like-minded people and have fun with water pong\, table soccer\, and cornhole\nCommunity barbecue & buffet: We’ll provide a selection of small bites (including vegetarian options). If you’d like to contribute to the buffet (e.g. salad\, dessert\, or something to grill)\, feel free to sign up using our contribution list: open contribution list\n\nGood to know:\nYou’re welcome to bring your own food – we kindly ask you not to bring your own drinks. \nWe look forward to spending a fantastic summer evening with you! \n  \nYour teams from foundersXchange & Founders Forum for Sustainability \n#foundersXchange\nWe’re here to support you! foundersXchange is a joint initiative by hessian.AI – the Hessian Research Center for Artificial Intelligence\, the innovation and startup center HIGHEST\, the startup incubator ATHENE Digital Hub Cybersecurity\, the Center for Satellite Navigation Hessen (cesah)\, the HUB31 Technology and Startup Center\, and yubizz! of Darmstadt University of Applied Sciences (h_da). Together\, we regularly host the foundersXchange to discuss current and relevant topics in the startup ecosystem. \n#foundersforumforsustainability\nStartHub Hessen and TechQuartier invite you to connect with other founders of sustainable and green startups in Hesse and the Rhine-Main region. The Founders Forum provides a platform across Hesse for green startups to exchange ideas\, share experiences\, and grow together.
URL:https://hessian.ai/event/fxc-sommerfest-special-2025-foundersxchange-meets-founders-forum-for-sustainability/
LOCATION:Weststadtcafé\, Mainzer Straße 106\, Darmstadt\, Hessen\, 64293\, Germany
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20250820T173000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20250820T210000
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SUMMARY:Partner Event | Ready to Raise - The Future is Female (and Funded)
DESCRIPTION:On August 20\, 2025\, we’re celebrating the 7th edition of the Fundraising Readiness Program together with TechQuartier and you’re warmly invited to join us for this special evening in Frankfurt am Main. \nReady to Raise – The Future is Female (and funded) is more than just a classic networking event:It’s a stage for innovative ideas\, inspiring success stories\, and meaningful connections.At the heart of the event are female founders\, who will present their startups in speed pitches and share their personal experiences. \nWhat to expect: \n\n\nInspiring insights from a real fundraising success story – live on stage \n\n\nA panel discussion with founders and investors about fundraising\, authenticity\, and the path to investment \n\n\nStartup speed pitches by the program’s participating female founders \n\n\nDrinks\, great food\, and relaxed conversations in a welcoming atmosphere \n\n\nWhether you’re a founder yourself\, an investor\, or simply curious about the startup world – this event is for you. \nLet’s raise the bar and the capital together!
URL:https://hessian.ai/event/partner-event-ready-to-raise-the-future-is-female-and-funded/
LOCATION:Kleyerstraße 46-48\, Kleyerstraße 46-48\, Frankfurt am Main\, 60326\, Germany
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20250827T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20250827T170000
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SUMMARY:AI Academy I AI-Based Fact-Checking
DESCRIPTION:#Talk\nIn an era of rampant mis- and disinformation\, reliable fact-checking has become essential to protect public discourse and democratic institutions. Following a reflection on contemporary forms of fake news\, this talk explores the current state of AI-based multimodal fact-checking\, highlighting recent advances and persistent challenges. Get to know DEFAME\, our state-of-the-art fact-checking system that builds on our challenge-winning text-only predecessor\, InFact\, and now leads the field in multimodal claim verification. To conclude\, let us discuss open problems such as ambiguity\, media authenticity\, and trust in AI-generated verdicts. \n#Speaker \nMark Rothermel is a PhD student at the Multimodal AI Lab\, led by Prof. Dr. Anna Rohrbach and Prof. Dr. Marcus Rohrbach at TU Darmstadt. His research focuses on multimodal fact-checking. Together with Tobias Braun\, he developed the fact-checking system InFact\, which was awarded at the 2024 Empirical Methods in Natural Language Processing (EMNLP) conference in Miami\, USA.
URL:https://hessian.ai/event/ai-academy-ai-based-fact-checking/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20250828T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20250829T170000
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SUMMARY:Workshop on Modeling\, Optimization\, and Control in Biomedicine
DESCRIPTION:Optimization and control are fundamental to many problems in biomedicine. For instance\, in medical interventions\, the objective is often to eliminate pathogens efficiently while minimizing adverse side effects. Precision medicine takes this a step further\, aiming to tailor treatments to the unique characteristics of individual patients. \nA central aim of the workshop is integrating mechanistic modeling and data-driven insights with optimization and control methods for biomedical applications. In particular\, modern automatic differentiation tools—which form the backbone of many AI methods—are also highly valuable for calibrating and controlling complex dynamical systems in biomedicine and beyond. \nThe first day of the workshop will highlight recent advances in modeling\, optimization\, and control methods applied across a range of biomedical systems. The second day will be dedicated to exploring the complex interactions between the microbiome and antibiotics. As antibiotic resistance continues to rise\, there is a growing need for more targeted and judicious use of these drugs. However\, the intricate dynamics of multi-species bacterial ecosystems—and the challenges associated with managing them through antibiotic interventions—make treatment optimization in these contexts particularly demanding. \nWorkshop dates: August 28 and 29\, 2025 \nWorkshop location: Executive Learning Centre (2A)\, Frankfurt School of Finance & Management (Adickesallee 32–34\, 60322 Frankfurt am Main) \nFlyer \nProgram\, Registration and more Info here. 
URL:https://hessian.ai/event/workshop-on-modeling-optimization-and-control-in-biomedicine/
LOCATION:Frankfurt School of Finance & Management\, Adickesallee 32–34\, Frankfurt\, Hesse\, 60322\, Germany
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20250903T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20250903T180000
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SUMMARY:EDITH Innovation Day #2
DESCRIPTION:Join us on 3 September at TechQuartier Frankfurt for the second edition of EDITH Innovation Day. \nWe’re back with a full day of learning\, exchange\, and hands-on digital tools for SMEs and the public sector. \nDiscover how AI\, Cyber Security\, High Performance Computing and Advanced Digital Tools can empower your organization — with real examples\, expert input\, and space to connect. \nDon’t miss out — get your ticket now: \n👉 https://www.eventbrite.com/e/edith-innovation-day-2-tickets-1354991047699?aff=oddtdtcreator \n\n🌟𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗼𝗻𝗴 𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗻𝗲𝗿𝘀: \nHouse of Digital Transformation\, ATHENE Center\, Fraunhofer Institute for Secure Information Technology\, TU Darmstadt\, Mittelstand-Digital Zentrum Darmstadt\, GSI Helmholtz Centre for Heavy Ion Research\, SKAD AG
URL:https://hessian.ai/event/edith-innovation-day-2/
LOCATION:Hessen
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20250903T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20250903T180000
DTSTAMP:20260405T181008
CREATED:20250801T101423Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250801T101423Z
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SUMMARY:How to (AI) Act:  Seize the Opportunities of the AI Regulation
DESCRIPTION:In August 2024\, the European AI Regulation was adopted. Its provisions are now gradually coming into effect. The AI Regulation imposes obligations on companies\, but it also presents an opportunity to shape Artificial Intelligence in a responsible and future-oriented manner. \nHow well is your company prepared for the next steps of the AI Regulation? Would you like to find out what opportunities it offers and what impact it will have on your business? Exchange ideas with experts and other companies\, and receive valuable insights on how to strategically align your company with the upcoming requirements. For this purpose\, the Hessian Ministry for Digitalization and Innovation (HMD) and IHK Hessen innovativ are organizing this informational event. \nThe event is free of charge and is specifically aimed at representatives of Hessian companies—especially management\, IT (CIO/CTO)\, those responsible for digitalization\, and legal departments—who are affected by the AI Regulation. \nRegistration deadline: August 25\, 2025
URL:https://hessian.ai/event/how-to-ai-act-seize-the-opportunities-of-the-ai-regulation/
LOCATION:IHK Frankfurt am Main\, Börsenplatz 4\, Frankfurt am Main\, Hessen\, 60313\, Germany
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20250909T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20250909T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T181008
CREATED:20250801T104611Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250801T104631Z
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SUMMARY:Darmstadt Science & Technology Day
DESCRIPTION:Darmstadt is a city of science and research\, where numerous public research institutions meet companies with significant research departments. The first Science & Technology Day aims to bring together leading players in science and technology based in Darmstadt. \n\nExchange of key players\nThis informal gathering is designed to foster exchange on existing research areas and available technologies\, with the goal of identifying potential opportunities for collaboration. Synergies will be created\, and valuable connections established. The gathering of key players in science and technology helps to enhance the visibility of Darmstadt‘s research landscape and regional value chains. It connects people and institutions\, facilitates the exchange of expertise\, and enables the shared use of technology. The Science & Technology Day can thus serve as a catalyst for initiating joint research projects.\nThis platform for exchange will be enriched by inspiring keynote speeches\, engaging discussions\, and interactive round-table sessions on topics such as collaboration\, open innovation\, responsible research and sustainable development. Presentations of science and technology projects with high collaboration potential will provide a solid foundation for exploring concrete forms of cooperation. \nThe event is addressed to scientists and engineers from public research institutions\, established corporations with significant R&D activities\, and the start-up scene in Darmstadt and the surrounding areas. Guests from ministries\, city administration and business associations are also very welcome. \nMeet hessian.AI Researcher Prof. Marcus Rohrbach and listen to his talk: Reasonable and reliable artificial intelligence. \n\n\nCooperation\nThis conference is a joint event organised by the Schader Foundation\, Future Insight e.V. and Merck KGaA. \nRegistration is required to attend the event. \nYour contact: Dr. Gösta Gantner
URL:https://hessian.ai/event/darmstadt-science-technology-day/
LOCATION:Schader-Campus\, Goethestraße 1-2\, Darmstadt\, 64285\, Germany
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20250909T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20250910T133000
DTSTAMP:20260405T181008
CREATED:20250801T113326Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250801T113530Z
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SUMMARY:Conference on Artificial Intelligence and Market Regulation
DESCRIPTION:The Frankfurt Competence Center for German and Global Regulation (FCCR) and Universität Göttingen are hosting this conference on Artificial Intelligence (AI) and market regulation. Day one is dedicated to the technical development and regulatory reaction. Day two is about two specific challenges of protecting competition. One is the potential conflict between competition and industrial-policy interests\, the other one the need to keep markets open despite the concentrated control of key inputs and risks that incumbents entrench or extend their existing power. The second panel on day one is organized in cooperation with Vereinigung für das gesamte Regulierungsrecht\, the second day is the annual on-site event of the German ASCOLA Chapter. \nThe conference takes place at the Frankfurt School of Finance and Management and is sponsored by hessian.AI as part of the “Transfer- und Community-building” program.
URL:https://hessian.ai/event/conference-on-artificial-intelligence-and-market-regulation/
LOCATION:Frankfurt School of Finance and Management\, Adickesallee 32-34\, Frankfurt am Main\, Hessen\, 60322\, Germany
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20250915T163000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20250915T223000
DTSTAMP:20260405T181008
CREATED:20250811T103335Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250912T115921Z
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SUMMARY:AI Landscapes: RISING Startups in Hesse
DESCRIPTION:The event “AI Landscapes – RISING Startups in Hesse” is held under the patronage of Hesse’s Minister for Digital Affairs\, Prof. Dr. Kristina Sinemus. Hosted by hessian.AI – AI Startup Rising\, in collaboration with our partner appliedAI Institute for Europe\, the event will showcase the latest insights into the dynamic AI startup ecosystems of Germany and Hesse. \nWe want to highlight Hesse’s innovative strength in artificial intelligence – and show how diverse and interconnected the AI ecosystem already is. Experience outstanding Hessian startups in the spotlight\, engaging discussions\, and a carefully curated\, high-quality network – connecting the region with the world. \n  \nProgram\n🕒 Get Together: Arrive at your convenience and use the opportunity for early networking while enjoying a cold summer-ish drink \n🎤 Welcome & introduction: Join your host\, AI Startup Rising | hessian.AI\, as we start the evening together \n🌟 Top 3 Startup-Pitches: Experience some of the top startups from all applications for the AI Startup Landscape Hessen 2025 live \n💡 Keynote: “AI made in Hessen: From the region to the world” \n💬 Panel: A distinguished roundtable will delve into the newly released “AI Landscape Hesse 2025” and discuss what lies ahead for the AI startup scene.  \n🤝 Networking evening: Connect over inspiring conversations and local delicacies \n  \nHighlights\n\nPremiere of the AI Startup Landscape 2025 in cooperation with our partner appliedAI\n\n\nSpotlight on leading startups from Hesse\n\n\nA high-quality\, curated network fostering genuine dialogue\n\n\nGamificAItion Corner: Use the game corner to connect in a laid-back atmosphere\n\n  \n\nSpeakers and panelists\n\n\nProf. Dr. Kristina Sinemus – Hesse’s Minister for Digital Affairs \n\n\nMali Baum – CEO WLOUNGE\, Magda group\, ICBF VC\, Board Member Innovation Council (EIC) at the European Commission \n\n\nProf. Dr. Marcus Rohrbach – Professor for Multimodal Reliable Artificial Intelligence\, hessian.AI \n\n\nHolger Follmann – Hessian Startup Commissioner | WERTE – Foundation \n\n\nDr. Frauke Goll – Managing Director\, appliedAI Institute for Europe \n\n\n\n  \nOfficial Sponsors\n \n \n \n             \n  \nRegister now!\nBe part of shaping the future of artificial intelligence in Hesse! \n  \nAs space is limited\, we kindly ask you to register in advance. Should you be unable to attend\, please cancel your registration so we can offer your spot to another participant. Thank you for your understanding and support. \n  \nInformation: The event will primarily be held in German\, with some parts also in English.
URL:https://hessian.ai/event/ailandscapes/
LOCATION:SPARK\, Junghofstraße 16\, Frakfurt am Main\, Hesse\, 60311\, Germany
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20250923T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20250923T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T181008
CREATED:20250801T111056Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250801T111056Z
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SUMMARY:ATHENE Future Forum "AI and Cybersecurity"
DESCRIPTION:The digital revolution is transforming our way of life as fundamentally as the industrial revolution once did. In a very short time\, AI has evolved from a niche technology in computer science to the central key technology of digitalization. Cybersecurity\, in turn\, is one of the essential prerequisites for responsible digitalization. Both technologies – AI and cybersecurity – are closely interconnected. AI creates new security risks\, ranging from automated attacks and fraud to deepfakes\, but it also offers new opportunities in the fight against cybercrime\, cognitive attacks\, and disinformation. \nHow can we design AI to be both responsible and secure? What political and technological frameworks are needed for a resilient digital society? What roles should politics\, industry\, and research take on to make AI safe and practical for all of us? These questions are at the heart of our Future Forum. \nExperts from politics\, industry\, and research will engage in an interdisciplinary dialogue on AI and cybersecurity – join us! \nParticipation is free of charge\, but registration is required. \nThe event is organized by ATHENE\, supported by hessian.AI and DFKI.
URL:https://hessian.ai/event/athene-future-forum-ai-and-cybersecurity/
LOCATION:Jügelhaus\, Mertonstraße 17\, Frankfurt\, 60325\, Germany
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20251001T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20251001T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T181008
CREATED:20250923T221028Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T221028Z
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SUMMARY:foundersXchange – Inspire. Connect. Kickstart
DESCRIPTION:The next foundersXchange will take place on October 1 at Darmstadt University of Applied Sciences!This event is the perfect opportunity to connect with founders from the Rhine-Main region\, share experiences\, learn from each other – and maybe even find future co-founders. \nWhat challenges arise when founding a start-up\, and how have others overcome them? What opportunities and rewards motivate entrepreneurs the most? And how can we support each other along the way?In an open and relaxed atmosphere\, you’ll have the chance to share insights\, get inspired\, and build valuable connections. \nThere will be plenty of opportunities for networking over drinks and snacks. You can also look forward to our popular Open Mic Session\, where you’ll have a few minutes to pitch your business ideas\, receive direct feedback\, and connect with potential co-founders. \nJoin us\, share your ideas\, and grow your network!
URL:https://hessian.ai/event/foundersxchange-inspire-connect-kickstart/
LOCATION:Hochschule Darmstadt – C23 Foyer\, Schöfferstraße 3\, Darmstadt\, 64295\, Germany
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20250925T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20250925T140000
DTSTAMP:20260405T181008
CREATED:20250812T141759Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250828T160449Z
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SUMMARY:Workshop hessian.AI.literacy
DESCRIPTION:The EU AI Act requires providers and deployers of AI systems to ensure that their employees and contracted third parties have a sufficient level of AI Literacy (Art. 4 AI Act). In doing so\, EU legislators are not only formulating a regulatory requirement\, but also a socio-political mandate to promote AI literacy. The hessian.AI.literacy project is investigating the specific implications this has for the organizational context and how the legal requirements can be implemented effectively and efficiently. The findings will serve as practical guidance and will be made available to the general public. Through this initiative\, hessian.AI is making an essential contribution to the legally compliant implementation of the AI Regulation and to the sustainable strengthening of AI competence in business and public institutions. \nThe initial results will be presented and discussed at a workshop in Frankfurt am Main on September 25\, 2025 (10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.). In addition to a keynote speech by Kai Zenner (Head of Office & Digital Policy Adviser\, Axel Voss\, MEP European Parliament)\, you can expect insights from academia and practice. \nProgram: \n10:00 – 10:15 a.m.: Arrival & registration \n10:15 – 10:30 a.m.: Welcome address\nProf. Dr. Nils Urbach – Frankfurt University of Applied Sciences \n10:30 – 11:00 a.m.: Keynote speech\nKai Zenner – Head of Office and Digital Policy Adviser\, MEP Axel Voss (EPP group)\, European Parliament \n11:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.: AI competence from a legal perspective\nProf. Dr. Janine Wendt – Technical University of Darmstadt\nProf. Dr. Domenik Wendt – Frankfurt University of Applied Sciences \n11:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.: AI competence in practical implementation\nResearch Associate Valentin Mayer – University of Bayreuth\nProf. Dr. Nils Urbach – Frankfurt University of Applied Sciences \n12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.: Open discussion\nOpen exchange/experience reports from practice \nFrom 1:00 p.m.: Joint lunch & conclusion
URL:https://hessian.ai/event/workshop-hessian-ai-literacy/
LOCATION:Frankfurt School of Applied Sciences\, Hungenerstraße 6\, Frankfurt am Main\, 60389\, Germany
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20251014T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20251014T210000
DTSTAMP:20260405T181008
CREATED:20250905T101646Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250905T101832Z
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SUMMARY:The Price of AI: Data Centers\, Clickworkers\, and Global Digital Exploitation
DESCRIPTION:On October 14\, 2025 the Evangelische Akademie Frankfurt will host the event “The Price of AI: Data Centers\, Clickworkers\, and Global Digital Exploitation”\, which will also be available via livestream. Experts from academia\, business\, and civil society will discuss who benefits from digital progress – and who pays the price. The focus will be on the global power dynamics of digitalization\, particularly in the Global South. \nSpeakers: \n\n\nIngo Dachwitz\, Co-Author Digital Colonialism & netzpolitik.org \n\n\nProf. Dr. Stefan Peters\, Justus Liebig University Giessen \n\n\nAsena Soydaş\, Bertelsmann Foundation \n\nFlorian Schlichting\, Inheaden\n\nModeration: \n\nDr. Helge Bezold (Evangelische Akademie Frankfurt)\nLukas Spahlinger (Center for Social Responsibility of EKHN)
URL:https://hessian.ai/event/the-price-of-ai-data-centers-clickworkers-and-global-digital-exploitation/
LOCATION:Evangelische Akademie Frankfurt\, Römerberg 9\, Frankfurt am Main\, 60311\, Germany
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20251030T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20251030T203000
DTSTAMP:20260405T181008
CREATED:20250923T211232Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T211232Z
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SUMMARY:InnoDay 2025
DESCRIPTION:On October 30\, 2025\, the Darmstadtium will become the meeting point for start-up enthusiasts\, investors\, and innovation lovers. At INNODAY25 – Start-up & Innovation Day\, entrepreneurial spirit meets scientific excellence. Together with the innovation and start-up center HIGHEST\, TU Darmstadt will bring together more than 100 start-ups\, deep-tech teams\, and stakeholders from science\, business\, and politics. \nUnder the motto “Innovation Pulse RheinMain”\, the event will highlight the strategic importance of the region for Europe’s innovative strength. It will demonstrate how closely scientific excellence\, entrepreneurial drive\, and capital must interact to create the technologies of tomorrow. \nProgram Highlights\n\n\nKeynote by Dr. Mariana Bozesan\, Co-Founder of AQAL Capital\, on the interplay of science\, entrepreneurship\, and investment as drivers of societal progress. \n\n\nFinal of the TU Idea Competition\, showcasing groundbreaking start-up ideas and inventions from students and researchers. \n\n\nHands-on workshops\, compact start-up pitches\, and the HIGHEST Live Podcast. \n\n\nClosing keynote by Dr. Jacob Beautemps (Breaking Lab)\, science journalist and YouTuber\, offering a forward-looking perspective on technological trends already shaping tomorrow’s world.
URL:https://hessian.ai/event/innoday-2025/
LOCATION:darmstadtium – Wissenschafts- und Kongresszentrum\, Schlossgraben 1\, Darmstadt\, Hessen\, 64283\, Germany
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20251106T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20251107T163000
DTSTAMP:20260405T181008
CREATED:20251020T091838Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251020T091838Z
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SUMMARY:Co-Founder Wanted 7.0 | Frankfurt School x Technical Universities
DESCRIPTION:The 7th Edition of the Co-founder wanted event by Frankfurt School Entrepreneurship Centre! \nThis event is your opportunity to find your perfect match. Are you looking for a business mind to join your team? Or are you in search of a talented coder to develop the back-end for an App? This event is for you! \n  \nDate: 6 – 7 November 2025  \nLocation: Entrepreneurship Centre\, Frankfurt School \nAgenda: two days event \nNovember 6th:  \n18:00 – open end \nx Idea pitching (1min. Open Microphone to anyone). \nx Getting to know each other over light food and beer \nx Voting for top ideas \nx Picking the teams \n  \n\nNovember 7th:  \n9:00 – 16:30 \nx Executive presentation \nx Teambuilding Action \nx Coaching sessions \nx Workphase \nx Reflection \nx Pitch Final and Winner \n  \n\nMore information about all partner universities will be provided soon! \n\nNetworking x ideas matching x drinks! \nQuestions left? Entrepreneurship@fs.de
URL:https://hessian.ai/event/co-founder-wanted-7-0-frankfurt-school-x-technical-universities/
LOCATION:FS Entrepreneurship Centre\, 4th Floor\, Tower A Adickesallee 32-34\, Frankfurt am Main\, 60322
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20251201T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20251201T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T181008
CREATED:20251110T083751Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251110T083751Z
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SUMMARY:foundersXchange Xmas Edition
DESCRIPTION:Every year again! 🎄 \nIt has almost become a cherished tradition that the Xmas Edition of foundersXchange Darmstadt is all about Start-up F:CK UPS! Founders talk openly about their biggest missteps on their startup journey\, their craziest decisions\, and most expensive lessons—and why exactly these moments have helped them move forward. \nAlso included: drinks\, Christmas snacks\, and cheerful networking. 🧑‍🎄 \n📅 When: 1. December 2025\n📍 Where: Café 221qm\, Alexanderstr. 2\, Darmstadt\n⏰ Start: 5.00 p.m. \n🎟️Free ticket: https://www.eventbrite.de/e/1906098685479 \nCome by and learn from the biggest mistakes of others before you make them yourself. 😉 \n  \nfoundersXchange is a joint event series organized by the HIGHEST Innovation and Start-up Center at TU Darmstadt\, the ATHENE Digital Hub Cybersecurity start-up incubator\, the Hessian Research Center for Artificial Intelligence hessian.AI\, the Center for Satellite Navigation Hessen cesah\, the HUB31 Technology and Start-up Center\, and YUBIZZ\, the start-up initiative of h_da. \nWe are all here to provide you and your idea with the best possible support. 🚀
URL:https://hessian.ai/event/foundersxchange-xmas-edition/
LOCATION:Café 221qm\, Alexanderstraße 2\, Darmstadt\, 64293\, Germany
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251202
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251205
DTSTAMP:20260405T181008
CREATED:20250801T103314Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250801T103432Z
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SUMMARY:AI@HPI Conference | meet hessian.AISC
DESCRIPTION:The Hasso Plattner Institute (HPI) is bringing together international expertise from December 2–4\, 2025\, to help shape Europe’s technological independence in the field of Artificial Intelligence. \nOn December 2 and 3\, the AI@HPI Conference 2025 will focus on the theme “Shaping AI Sovereignty\,” highlighting questions around infrastructure\, regulation\, and responsible innovation. Expected speakers include Federal Minister for Digital Affairs Dr. Karsten Wildberger\, EU Parliament member Dr. Christian Ehler\, Jonas Andrulis (Aleph Alpha)\, and many other speakers.On December 3 and 4\, as part of the AI@HPI Conference 2025\, the Conference of the German AI Service Centers (KonKIS) will take place. This event will present and discuss current project results and practical support offerings for academia\, public administration\, and businesses. \nWhy participate? \n\nThree days of keynotes\, panels\, workshops\, and networking\, all centered on sovereign\, value-driven AI\nExchange with leading representatives from academia\, industry\, and politics\nPractice-oriented deep-dive sessions on data infrastructure\, machine learning\, and responsible AI\n\nTickets & Registration \nParticipation packages are available starting at €190 (ticket for December 2 & 3 or December 3 & 4) or €300 (ticket for all three days). Places are limited—secure your ticket now!
URL:https://hessian.ai/event/aihpi-conference-meet-hessian-aisc/
LOCATION:Hasso-Plattner-Institut für Digital Engineering gGmbH\, Prof.-Dr.-Helmert-Str. 2-3\, Potsdam\, 14482\, Germany
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20260120T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20260120T213000
DTSTAMP:20260405T181008
CREATED:20260120T114434Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260120T114434Z
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SUMMARY:AI in Cinema: Between Science and Storytelling
DESCRIPTION:Before new technologies transform our world\, they often appear first in fiction. Films allow us to imagine futures\, test ideas and ask questions long before real systems exist. The new film series “AI in Cinema – Between Fiction and Research” at Programmkino Rex in Darmstadt invites us to look at artificial intelligence through this cultural lens. \nAcross six screenings\, the series pairs iconic science-fiction films with current scientific perspectives. How do these films shape our expectations of intelligent machines? What fears do they reflect? And where does the research actually stand today? \n\nA Space for Shared Understanding\nEvery third Tuesday of the month at 6 PM\, the Rex will show a film in which AI plays a central role.\nAfter each screening\, a 30-minute discussion will follow. Researchers from fields such as computer science\, psychology and cultural studies will offer insights into how plausible the film’s depiction of AI is\, what ethical questions are raised and how these ideas resonate with current technological developments. Audience participation is encouraged. \n\nProgram\n20 January – Blade Runner (1982)\nDiscussion with Ben Lohmann (Computer Science\, Large Language Models) \n17 February – Minority Report (2002)\nDiscussion with Tobias Kehl (Project Lead\, AI Startup Rising) \n17 March – Ex Machina (2014)\nDiscussion with Karin Gessler (Literature and Film Studies) \n21 April – Mars Express (2023)\nDiscussion with Dr. Severine Rupp (Quantum Chemistry\, hessian.AI) \nThis series is organized in cooperation with hessian.AI and the Mittelstand-Digital Zentrum Darmstadt.\nTogether\, we aim to encourage open dialogue between science\, industry and the public – accessible\, thoughtful and grounded in real-world questions. \nMore info: KI im Kino – Zwischen Fiktion und Forschung – programmkino rex
URL:https://hessian.ai/event/ai-in-cinema-between-science-and-storytelling/
LOCATION:programmkino rex\, Wilhelminenstraße 9\, Darmstadt\, Hesse\, 64283\, Germany
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20260122T163000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20260122T190000
DTSTAMP:20260405T181008
CREATED:20251119T102713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251119T103253Z
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SUMMARY:CTO meets Researcher – where research meets technology
DESCRIPTION:How do innovations happen? When researchers and tech leaders connect.CTO meets Researcher brings together CTOs\, startups\, and AI researchers from the AI Startup Rising and hessian.AI ecosystems to share insights\, research developments\, and technical challenges. \nA short startup talk kicks things off\, followed by open discussions and networking. The format adapts flexibly to the group size – ensuring the focus remains on meaningful exchange and new connections. \nThe goals: \n\nFoster collaboration between industry and academia\nCreate synergies between industry and science\nExplore challenges and opportunities in AI\nStrengthen the network between startups and researchers\n\n  \n👉 If you’re interested in participating\, please contact aisr@hessian.ai via email.
URL:https://hessian.ai/event/ctomeetsresearcher/
LOCATION:Hessen
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20260202T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20260202T210000
DTSTAMP:20260405T181008
CREATED:20251209T124457Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251209T125348Z
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SUMMARY:AI changes everything: humans\, machines\, ethics
DESCRIPTION:An event organized by the Protestant Academy Frankfurt in cooperation with hessian.AI \n  \nLecture and discussion \nLanguage models such as ChatGPT\, learning AI systems\, and highly developed robots make many things seem possible today. However\, less attention is paid to the fact that the AI boom raises fundamental questions about our view of humanity and the interaction between humans and machines: How does artificial intelligence expand our scope of action? What responsibility do we bear when we develop and apply technologies in this area? These questions are particularly relevant in Hesse\, where both AI research projects and companies that use or promote AI are flourishing. Some even refer to it as the “Silicon Valley of Europe.” In our event\, we will contrast this promising view with perspectives from the philosophy of technology and ethics. Researchers from the “hessian.AI” network will provide insights into the current state of AI research\, and a regional start-up will present specific fields of application. Together\, we will engage in an open and critical discussion about the debates that should accompany technological innovations in our region. \nRegister here (Link: KI verändert alles: Mensch\, Maschine\, Ethik – Evangelische Akademie Frankfurt) \n  \nFurther event on this topic on February 16\, 2026: \n(Link: KI und die Zukunft der Arbeitswelt – Evangelische Akademie Frankfurt)
URL:https://hessian.ai/event/ai-changes-everything-humans-machines-ethics/
LOCATION:Evangelische Akademie Frankfurt\, Römerberg 9\, Frankfurt am Main\, 60311\, Germany
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