The Deakin Applied Artificial Intelligence Initiative tackles real-world problems using methods grounded in modern machine learning, deep learning and software engineering practices to make discoveries to advance knowledge and build systems that benefit society.
By exploring new frontiers in AI and implementing safe and effective AI solutions, the Initiative transforms industries and improves people's lives around the world.
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The Deakin Applied Artificial Intelligence Initiative pushes the boundaries of AI. We are a top Australian research body focusing on human-centred AI, and our researchers regularly publish in top international AI conferences (NeurIPS, ICML, ICLR, AAAI, IJCAI, CVPR, ICSE) and Q1 journals.
Our research themes cover:
The Deakin Applied Artificial Intelligence Initiative is pioneering methods and approaches for AI and machine learning problems with high potential impact.
As a PhD student at Deakin you will learn alongside the sharpest minds in the field of AI, working in world-class facilities at the beautiful campuses in Burwood in the heart of Melbourne and Waurn Ponds in the vibrant regional city of Geelong.
In the future, AI will become ubiquitous. With this vision in mind, we aim to build AI that is useful to society, reliable, and aligned to our core human needs and values.
Deakin Distinguished Professor Svetha Venkatesh
We bring the brightest minds from across the world together to work on AI solutions to some of society’s biggest challenges. The Deakin Applied Artificial Intelligence Initiative is one of the largest applied AI initiatives in Victoria and Australia. Our staff span all experience levels of expertise in a diverse range of areas including: AI algorithms, data engineering, complex software systems, graphics programming, hardware engineering, technology development and deployment.
Co-Director, Deakin Applied Artificial Intelligence Initiative
Deakin Distinguished Prof Venkatesh’s work is focused on developing cutting-edge solutions to problems of societal importance in critical areas like health, security, manufacturing and aged care. Her work has resulted in the ability to detect potential security threats in large data sets; a health analytics program that helps doctors predict suicide risk; and an early intervention system for children with autism.
Co-Director, Deakin Applied Artificial Intelligence Initiative
The work by Deakin Distinguished Prof Mouzakis involves studying how the implementation of artificial intelligence (AI) into complex systems can improve our understanding of some of the more difficult problems we all face in this challenging world.
Head of AI, Optimisation and Materials Discovery, Deakin Applied Artificial Intelligence Initiative
Prof Gupta's research interests include development of theory and practice for sample-efficient AI and machine learning such as Bayesian optimisation, multi-arm bandits, reinforcement learning and transfer learning. He has focused on applications in healthcare, computer vision, advanced manufacturing and materials discovery.
Head of Translational Research, Deakin Applied Artificial Intelligence Initiative
Prof Vasa's research focus is in the area of robust AI-infused technology that assists decision making in real-world contexts. His work has led to the creation of two start-ups, and his research outcomes have delivered consumer facing products and commercial systems that are in production.
This industry-leading digital training avatar educates nurses on delivering the best standard of care for people living with dementia. Our research trial highlighted that carers who train using Talk with Ted develop a better understanding of the behaviour of people living with dementia and how poor communication can trigger changed behaviour.
Early detection matters in neurodevelopmental disorders. We are developing and validating new methods that address the challenges associated with early-stage screening, and aim to make the process faster, more convenient, low-cost, and ultimately more accessible to the broader community.
Using AI-based adaptive trial methods, this world-first study aims to discover the most effective treatments for mental illnesses and to assist clinicians and health services to make better decisions through precision medicine.
Our state-of-the-art facilities help us to conduct transformative work.
Optimised to support AI research, the cluster includes a range of powerful servers that meet the demands of modern research and development needs. The cluster boosts our experimentation capabilities with the ability to run complex AI models.
A laboratory designed to support research and development of applications and processes used by mission commanders during mission planning and execution. Applications include support to Emergency Services, Health (Ambulance and Hospital) and the Military.
Our simulation facilities are dedicated to supporting the creation and visualisation of 3D environments in Augmented and Virtual Reality. With our equipment suite, we are able to design, develop and test VR and AR simulations for industry partners.
The Deakin Applied Artificial Intelligence Initiative collaborates across a broad range of research and innovation partners to produce and deliver high impact solutions.
Our areas of application span health and AI, education technologies, defence and cyber security, advanced manufacturing and more. Recent examples of our collaboration outcomes include reducing errors in hospital trauma bays to save lives, tackling Australia's aged care quality crisis, and contributing to Australia's largest recycling and clean energy advanced manufacturing ecosystem.
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