Date: February 24th
Time: 14:00 - 16:00 CET (To be confirmed)
Link to the event: https://hb-se.zoom.us/j/64138087763
Language: English
Are you interesting about inclusion, accessibility, and how cutting-edge technologies can revolutionize the way we experience and preserve cultural heritage? Mark your calendar for February 24th, when the INCLUDE Centre for Inclusive Studies at the University of Borås will host an exciting seminar exploring just that. This open seminar is a fantastic opportunity for anyone interested in the future of culture and accessibility to join the conversation and connect with experts in the field. No registration required—just drop in!
Why Attend?
As we move further into the digital age, there’s an increasing need to make cultural assets accessible to all, regardless of abilities. This seminar is part of an ongoing dialogue about promoting inclusion and equality by applying innovative methods and technologies to cultural heritage. By attending, you'll gain insight into the groundbreaking research being done by the MuseIT project and the INCLUDE Centre for Inclusive Studies, both of which are working to expand access to cultural experiences for everyone. Morehover, it will be the opportunity to network with experts who are shaping the future of accessibility in this field.
What to Expect?
The agenda offers a fascinating look into cutting-edge research and development projects focusing on accessibility, digital content transformation, and the future of cultural heritage. The event kicks off with a brief overview of the INCLUDE Centre’s mission followed by several exciting presentations from the EU-funded MuseIT project which has been developing methods and tools to enhance access to cultural assets.
Here's a breakdown of the key topics:
1. Introduction to INCLUDE Centre for Inclusive Studies (14:00 - 14:10)
Learn about the INCLUDE Centre’s mission to drive interdisciplinary research that promotes inclusion, participation, and equality at all levels.
2. MuseIT Project (14:10 - 15:30)
The MuseIT project is a collaboration between 12 partner organizations across 9 countries. Focused on advancing equality and accessibility, the project explores innovative ways to use technology to democratize access to cultural heritage.
14:10 - 14:15: Introduction to MuseIT - Nasrine OlsonAn overview of MuseIT’s goals and the exciting work being done by its international team.
14:15 - 14:25: Multimodal Content Transfer for New Digital Library Services - Sándor DarányiExplore how different modes of content transfer are shaping new possibilities for digital library services.
14:25 - 14:40: HaptiVerse & Haptic Streaming Over Distance - Nasrine Olson & Thomas van ErvenDiscover the latest developments in haptic technology, which allow users to experience tactile sensations over long distances.
14:40 - 14:50: Dataverse and Multi-Layered Data Repository - Vyacheslav TykhonovLearn about the Dataverse initiative and how it manages complex, multi-layered data for enhanced access to cultural information.
14:50 - 15:00: Multisensory Transformations - Albert Merono Penuela & Nitisha JainBe the first to hear about the initial results from the CUBE-MT project, which focuses on multimodal transformations that engage multiple senses.
15:00 - 15:10: Concept Drift in Cultural Data - Albert Merono Penuela, Barbara McGillivray & Nitisha JainA look into semantic drift annotations in cultural datasets, with a focus on the GALE/Trifecta data collections.
15:10 - 15:20: Ontologies, Knowledge Graphs, and Music Generation - Stelios KontogiannisThis session explores the interplay between ontologies, knowledge graphs, and the process of generating music in the digital age.
3. Q&A and Discussion (15:20 - 15:30)
Following the presentations, attendees will have the chance to ask questions and engage in a discussion with the speakers.
4. Online Mingle (15:30 - 16:00)
Stick around after the seminar for some informal networking and discussions with your fellow attendees. Share your ideas, experiences, and potential collaborations.
About the INCLUDE Centre
The INCLUDE Centre for Inclusive Studies, hosted by the University of Borås (Coordinator of the MuseIT Project), is an international network of researchers and practitioners dedicated to advancing inclusion, participation, accessibility, and equality across various sectors. By fostering interdisciplinary collaboration, the centre drives research and innovation that address global challenges related to accessibility and cultural inclusion.
About MuseIT
MuseIT is an EU-funded project running from 2022 to 2025, with around 70 members working across 12 partner organizations in 9 different countries. The project’s goal is to enhance access to cultural assets through cutting-edge technologies while ensuring that cultural heritage is preserved in an inclusive way. MuseIT’s work is crucial in fostering greater equality and social inclusion by creating new methods for interacting with and preserving cultural heritage.
Contact Information
For more information, feel free to reach out to the seminar organizers:
Nasrine Olson: nasrine.olson@hb.se
Renata Sadula: renata.sadula@hb.se
Sofia Lindström Sol: sofia.lindstrom_sol@hb.se
Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to explore how technology is shaping the future of cultural heritage. See you on February 24th!
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