"AI, Overcoming Bias"... UNIST and GISTeR Co-host Book Concert

Sharing Inclusive AI Innovation Strategies at UNIST Jigwa Library on April 2
Co-hosted by Korea Center for Gendered Innovation in Science and Technology Research, Registration via QR Code

Ulsan National Institute of Science and Technology (UNIST, President Park Jongrae) and the Korea Center for Gendered Innovation in Science and Technology Research (GISTeR, Director Lee Hyesook) will jointly hold a book concert to commemorate the publication of 'AI, Overcoming Bias' on April 2 from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM at the UNIST Jigwa Library.

This event has been organized to explore ways to mitigate AI technology bias and seek directions for inclusive technology development.

The book concert is sponsored by the Ministry of Science and ICT, and is open to all citizens of Ulsan.

The event will be moderated by Shim Jaeyoung, Dean of the UNIST Graduate School of Artificial Intelligence, and feature presentations by the book's authors: Ahn Hyunshil, UNIST Vice President for Research; Kwon Ohsung, General Manager of the Microsoft Innovation Hub; Cho Wonyoung, Director of the SW Policy and Talent Research Division at the Software Policy and Research Institute; and Lee Hyesook, Director of GISTeR.

They will address the ethical issues and social impacts of AI, and share their visions for inclusive technological advancement.

Kwon Ohsung will emphasize that generative AI presents opportunities to break down barriers in education, employment, and daily life. He stresses the need for inclusive design that enables everyone to use technology equally, and calls for the development of technologies that enhance accessibility.

Cho Wonyoung notes that AI can serve as a tool to promote diversity in society. He states that balancing technological performance and inclusivity is a key challenge in AI innovation, and particularly emphasizes the importance of ensuring that AI technologies have fair and inclusive impacts across society.

Ahn Hyunshil explains that diversity is at the core of AI innovation. He offers insights on the need to embrace change and conflict and to create new opportunities for innovation in this era of technological transformation.

Lee Hyesook introduces practical measures to mitigate gender bias in AI, presenting real-world cases. She proposes directions for building a human-centered AI ecosystem and suggests ways to develop AI as a technology that benefits more people.

Additionally, UNIST has declared 2025 as the inaugural year of 'AI Innovation' and announced its transition to an 'AI Campus' by actively introducing AI across education, research, and administration. Under the slogan 'One Person, One Generative AI,' the university plans to support all members in utilizing AI in their respective fields.

After the authors' presentations, there will be a Q&A session with the audience, discussions, book signings, and networking opportunities, allowing participants to freely exchange opinions and communicate.

Registration for the event is open from the 19th to 6:00 PM on the 31st, and up to 60 participants can register on a first-come, first-served basis via the poster's QR code.

Ahn Hyunshil stated, "This book concert will provide an in-depth look at the impact of AI technology on society as a whole," adding, "UNIST and GISTeR will take important steps toward building a fair and inclusive technology ecosystem."