The nationwide I'm a Scientist school project, which we run in partnership with Wissenschaft im Dialog (Science in Dialogue), is launching two new rounds in June.
Topic "Democracy and AI"
Half-hour live chats will give students the opportunity to ask scientists their questions on a specific topic. From June 3rd to 5th, the focus will be on ‘Democracy and AI’. In the run-up to the 2024 elections, questions about the impact of AI on the democratic system, opportunities and risks, and possible uses of AI to safeguard democracy can be discussed with research experts.
Scientist from a wide range of disciplines whose research focuses on democracy and politics and who are investigating, developing or reflecting on the application of AI in the context of their research topic are invited to apply as experts for these rounds. Registration for the Democracy and AI panel is still open for researchers until 12 May! (Note: the project language is German)
Students from the ages of grade 9 and upwards can take part during this round. Due to the high demand, registration for school classes was closed early.
Topic "AI and Creativity"
The second round, taking place from June 17th to 21st , will focus on ‘AI and Creativity’. Students will have the opportunity to talk to researchers about co-creating with AI, copyright issues related to AI-generated media, and future perspectives on creativity. Experts from all disciplines who are engaged in research or professional practice in the arts, culture and media, and who are investigating, developing or reflecting on the application of AI in the context of their research, are invited to apply as experts for these rounds. Registration for this thematic round is open until May 26th, 2024. (Note: the project language is German)
It is open to classes from all types of schools from Year 7 onwards from all over Germany. The programme is free of charge. Registration for school classes is still possible until May 26th. More information is available on the project website.
