Noam Shentov

Professor of Intellectual Property and Technology Law, CCLS; Director, Queen Mary Intellectual Property Research Institute Professor Noam Shemtov joined the Centre for Commercial Law Studies (CCLS) in Queen Mary – University of London in September 2009. He is a Professor of Intellectual Property and Technology Law at CCLS and a Director of the Queen Mary Intellectual Property Research Institute. He lectures in areas of intellectual property, technology and creative industries and his research interests are also focused in these fields. Noam has led research projects and studies funded by UK Research Councils and by industry, national, supranational and commercial organizations, such as AHRC, CISAC, Microsoft, WIPO, European Patent Office, Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO), UK’s Department for International Development (DFID) and the European Space Agency. Noam also holds visiting appointments by Spanish, French and Dutch universities, where he lectures regularly in areas pertaining to intellectual property, technology and creative industries. He has been recently chosen by the European Patent Office as one of the 50 most celebrated leading voices in the field of sustainable innovation throughout the years. Noam is a qualified solicitor both in the UK and in Israel.

Professor of Intellectual Property and Technology Law, CCLS; Director, Queen Mary Intellectual Property Research Institute

Professor Noam Shemtov joined the Centre for Commercial Law Studies (CCLS) in Queen Mary – University of London in September 2009. He is a Professor of Intellectual Property and Technology Law at CCLS and a Director of the Queen Mary Intellectual Property Research Institute. He lectures in areas of intellectual property, technology and creative industries and his research interests are also focused in these fields.

Noam has led research projects and studies funded by UK Research Councils and by industry, national, supranational and commercial organizations, such as AHRC, CISAC, Microsoft, WIPO, European Patent Office, Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO), UK’s Department for International Development (DFID) and the European Space Agency.

Noam also holds visiting appointments by Spanish, French and Dutch universities, where he lectures regularly in areas pertaining to intellectual property, technology and creative industries. He has been recently chosen by the European Patent Office as one of the 50 most celebrated leading voices in the field of sustainable innovation throughout the years. Noam is a qualified solicitor both in the UK and in Israel.

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Speaker | Designing with AI Deep Dive | 2024

Ethics in AI

As the boundaries between human and machine creativity blur, the ethical considerations become increasingly critical. Join our panel of designers and AI experts as we explore how designers must confront this changing landscape. From industry practitioners to software specialists and educators, this diverse panel will challenge the audience to contemplate the implications of AI’s role in shaping the future of industrial design, from regulation to IP protection and beyond.

This discussion will center on the impact of AI on human creativity and decision-making in design, exploring the potential social, industrial, and environmental ramifications of AI-integrated design solutions, raising thought-provoking questions about accountability, bias, and impact on the workforce. An interactive Q&A session with the panelists offers attendees the chance to delve deeper into the nuances of ethics in ID.

Don’t miss this opportunity to stay informed and proactive in navigating the landscape of AI in industrial design. Engage in meaningful discussions and equip yourself with the knowledge needed to navigate the ethical challenges posed by AI, ensuring responsible and forward-thinking practices in industrial design.

Key Takeaways

Ethical Implications of AI in Industrial Design: You will gain insights into the ethical considerations and implications of integrating AI into the field of industrial design, including discussions on accountability, bias, and the impact on the workforce.
Education & Responsibility: Attendees will better understand the significance of educating designers about ethical AI/ML applications and the responsibility of the private sector in using AI tools in a responsible and safe manner – both at university and through continuing education.
Regulatory & IP Landscape: The panel will explore the range of regulatory implications of AI, as well as the potential impact of this new technology on intellectual property protection. Designers will learn how to protect their creativity while fully exploring everything AI has to offer.