The next EIDF Town Hall meeting will take place Tuesday, 5 May, from 09:30 - 11:40 at the Bayes Centre, University of Edinburgh, or remotely. The event is dedicated to showcasing how the Edinburgh International Data Facility's private research cloud infrastructure can support R&D activities.
Speakers
Bence Szilágyi | Co-Founder @ Garandor
Bence Szilágyi is the co‑founder and CTO of Garandor, a startup focused on minimising IP and GenAI risks through content filtering and advanced digital watermarking. Their work combines computer vision, signal processing, and trustworthy AI to detect and filter AI‑generated content and protect intellectual property across multiple modalities.
Dr. Allan Williams | Head of National Collection of Aerial Photography
Dr Allan Williams is Head of the National Collection of Aerial Photography (NCAP) one of the world's largest and most significant collections of aerial imagery. Despite the collection's six-fold growth to 30 million images, he ensures operational costs are covered through commercial ventures and grant funding.
Dr. Jing Su | Head of Bioinformatics Analysis Core (BAC) and Genomic Data Analysis Centre (GDAC)
Dr Jing Su leads the Bioinformatics Analysis Core (BAC) and the Genomic Data Analysis Centre (GDAC), supporting both research and clinical genomics across NHS Scotland.
Her work focuses on translating genomic data into clinically actionable insights. She supports the delivery of whole exome sequencing for rare disease diagnosis and leads a Scottish Government–funded cancer genomics pilot to embed genomic analysis as a standard of care for cancer patients across NHS Scotland.
Her work bridges research and healthcare, driving the implementation of genomic medicine into routine clinical practice and improving patient outcomes at scale.
Dr. Jano van Hemert | Director of Data Services
Why you should attend
- Discover real-world use cases: Learn how EIDF supports diverse projects from data-intensive research to innovative applications.
- Engage with experts: Hear from our speakers about their experiences utilising EIDF in their professional and academic pursuits.
- Interactive sessions: Participate in Q&A after each presentation, and gain insights directly from those at the forefront of their fields.
- Stay updated: Receive the latest updates on new features and upcoming opportunities within the EIDF ecosystem.
Who should attend
This session is open to private companies, academics, and public institutions, highlighting the versatility of our private research cloud. If you’re a current or prospective EIDF user, whether a Principal Investigator, data scientist, or data analyst, you’ll get an inside look at everything the EIDF data science cloud offers. Newcomers can discover how to access and benefit from our resources, while returning users can find solutions to specific questions or challenges. Meet our experts, explore new partnerships, and learn how our cutting-edge infrastructure can advance your research and innovation.
If you wish to submit a question or topic in advance, please feel free to do so via this form: EIDF Town Hall Pre-submitted questions.