The Summer School on AI and Creativity, part of the Una Europa initiative and hosted by the University of Bologna, has recently wrapped up. This successful event brought together PhD students from around the world and various academic disciplines to delve into critical topics at the intersection of artificial intelligence and creativity.
Held from 7 to 13 July, the programme featured a series of lectures and workshops. These sessions were led by esteemed faculty members from the Una Europa network, employing a transdisciplinary approach that enriched participants' theoretical and practical understanding of both AI and creativity.
Highlights
- A Diverse and Inclusive Participation
The Summer School saw enthusiastic participation from PhD students around the world, fostering a global dialogue on artificial intelligence and creativity.
- Networking Opportunities
Participants had the chance to build a solid network of contacts with other PhD students and experts, paving the way for future collaborations.
- Expert-Led Sessions
Professors from Una Europa universities delivered in-depth lectures and interactive workshops, sharing their expertise and research on AI and creativity.
Mark T. Keane from University College Dublin explored how generative AI uses concepts of surprise and explanation to emulate human creativity, offering valuable insights on improving AI algorithms’ ability to generate original ideas.
Tony Veale, also from University College Dublin, addressed the challenges of enabling AI to understand and produce humor. His session highlighted the complexities of replicating such a distinctive aspect of human creativity.
Pablo Gervas Gomez-Navarro from Universidad Complutense de Madrid analyzed the impact of generative AI on literary content creation. He discussed how these technologies are transforming the cultural industry and influencing the production of creative texts.
Edouard Treppoz examined the legal and economic implications of AI in the context of copyright law, providing an overview of how the law can adapt to regulate the use of AI technologies in content creation.
Yann Toma explored how AI can expand creative possibilities through art, examining how technology can interact with and enrich artistic practices.
Celia Zolynski and Camille Salinesi from Université Paris 1 Panthéon-Sorbonne discussed the ethical and legal issues related to deepfake technologies, analyzing their uses and societal implications.
Finally, Loreto Parisi from Musixmatch srl illustrated how advanced language models are revolutionizing podcast discovery and engagement, enhancing user interaction and content personalisation.
The participants valued the opportunity to engage with peers from diverse cultural and academic backgrounds, and were eager to share their reflections on the experience.
Yuan Liang, University College Dublin
"As a first-year PhD student specializing in AI in radiology, with a focus on tumor segmentation in CT scans, I chose to attend this Summer School because my research also involves generative AI for synthetic CT scan data. Exploring the legal and ethical implications of AI, especially in the medical field, was crucial for me. Additionally, the stimulating environment and the beauty of Italy made the experience even more enriching."
Irene Gutales, University of Madrid
"As a first-year PhD student in computer engineering, I hadn't had many opportunities to explore such diverse topics as law, art, psychology, and linguistics. This Summer School provided a unique chance to broaden my horizons and connect with colleagues from other fields that might relate to my research on video games and AI. The opportunity to learn and network with researchers in Italy was incredible."
Maria Tereza, University of Zurich
"As a first-year PhD student in digital humanities working with text treatment models related to art and culture, I attended this Summer School to delve into computational creativity, which closely aligns with my work. The presentations by the speakers were highly interesting, and I appreciated the opportunity to broaden my understanding of areas outside my expertise, collaborating with experts from philosophy, art, and law."
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