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ASEF Podcast

ASEF Podcast

48 episodes

3 weeks ago

Posebna epizoda ASEF podkasta - v živo iz Križank Z zadnjo epizodo 4. sezone ASEF podkasta zaključujemo pol leta navdihujočih pogovorov o znanosti, raziskovanju in povezovanju Slovencev po svetu. Tokrat je epizoda nekaj posebnega – posneli smo jo v živo na dogodku Arena Tehnologij v Križankah v Ljubljani! Pogovor je vodil Martin Jurkovič, gostje pa so bili štirje ASEF štipendisti: Zala Perko, Jaka Godejša in Domen Škerlep iz programa Raziskovanje v tujini (Research Abroad), ter Milena Zupanc ...

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Posebna epizoda ASEF podkasta - v živo iz Križank Z zadnjo epizodo 4. sezone ASEF podkasta zaključujemo pol leta navdihujočih pogovorov o znanosti, raziskovanju in povezovanju Slovencev po svetu. Tokrat je epizoda nekaj posebnega – posneli smo jo v živo na dogodku Arena Tehnologij v Križankah v Ljubljani! Pogovor je vodil Martin Jurkovič, gostje pa so bili štirje ASEF štipendisti: Zala Perko, Jaka Godejša in Domen Škerlep iz programa Raziskovanje v tujini (Research Abroad), ter Milena Zupanc ...

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Episodes (20/48)

ASEF Podcast

Episode #48 (SLO): Iz Slovenije v svet: ASEF zgodbe, ki ustvarjajo prihodnost

Posebna epizoda ASEF podkasta - v živo iz Križank Z zadnjo epizodo 4. sezone ASEF podkasta zaključujemo pol leta navdihujočih pogovorov o znanosti, raziskovanju in povezovanju Slovencev po svetu. Tokrat je epizoda nekaj posebnega – posneli smo jo v živo na dogodku Arena Tehnologij v Križankah v Ljubljani! Pogovor je vodil Martin Jurkovič, gostje pa so bili štirje ASEF štipendisti: Zala Perko, Jaka Godejša in Domen Škerlep iz programa Raziskovanje v tujini (Research Abroad), ter Milena Zupanc ...

3 weeks ago

48 minutes

ASEF Podcast

Episode #47 (EN): Attention Schema Theory (Illusion of consciousness) with Michael Graziano

In this episode of the ASF Podcast, neuroscientist and Princeton professor Michael Graziano joins host Tanja Janko to unpack his Attention Schema Theory. Graziano explains why consciousness can be understood as a self-model, how our brains construct simplified versions of ourselves and others, and why this illusion is both useful and inevitable. He contrasts his theory with Global Workspace Theory and critiques Integrated Information Theory, highlighting why a self-model is essent...

1 month ago

51 minutes

ASEF Podcast

Episode #46 (EN): Is the Self an Illusion? Jay Garfield on Buddhist Philosophy

What does it mean to have a self, and what if it’s an illusion? In this episode of the ASF Podcast, host Tanja Janko speaks with philosopher Jay Garfield, a professor specializing in Tibetan Buddhism, philosophy of mind, cognitive science, epistemology, metaphysics, philosophy of language, ethics, and hermeneutics. Garfield explains the Buddhist critique of dualism, parallels with Western thinkers like David Hume, and how neuroscience increasingly supports the idea of a non-central, non-endur...

2 months ago

1 hour

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Epizoda #45 (SLO): Teja Batagelj o priložnostih digitalizacije zdravstva

🎙️ V zadnji epizodi podkasta ASEF Vertikale zdravstvo se Luka Petravić pogovarja s Tejo Batagelj, v.d. direktorico Direktorata za digitalizacijo v zdravstvu na Ministrstvu za zdravje. Teja ima bogato karierno pot in več kot 20 let izkušenj na področju IT in digitalizacije. V pogovoru razpravljata o digitalizaciji slovenskega zdravstvenega sistema, izzivih in priložnostih, ki jih to prinaša, ter o različnih projektih, ki se izvajajo za izboljšanje učinkovitosti in dostopnosti zdravstvene oskrb...

2 months ago

1 hour 37 minutes

ASEF Podcast

Episode #44 (EN): Animal Dreams with David Peña-Guzmán: World of Animal Consciousness

Do animals dream? And if they do, what does it reveal about their minds, and our moral responsibilities toward them? In this episode of the ASF Podcast, host Tanja Janko speaks with philosopher and author David Peña-Guzmán, whose book When Animals Dream explores the emotional, cognitive, and ethical dimensions of animal dreaming. In this conversation, we unpack why dreaming is not just a human phenomenon, how animals’ dreams challenge our definitions of consciousness, and why dreams might be ...

3 months ago

1 hour 15 minutes

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Epizoda #43 (SLO): Meet the fellows - Lana in Adrian o delu in življenju na Stanfordu

Dobrodošli v novi epizodi serije »Meet the Fellows« ASEF podkasta. Voditelj Martin Jurkovič gosti Lano Nastjo Anžur in Adriana Mladenića Grobelnika, ki sta poletje preživela na Univerzi Stanford. Lana je doktorska študentka Varstva okolja in raziskovalka kulturne dediščine (UL), Adrian pa mlajši raziskovalec UI na Inštitutu Jožef Stefan in študent računalništva in matematike na UL. Lana se je ukvarjala s trajnostnim upravljanjem kulturne dediščine (od Balkana do Mauritiusa) pri dr. Čaval, A...

3 months ago

52 minutes

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Epizoda #42 (SLO): Lokalni Podjetniški Inkubatorji v Sloveniji

V tej epizodi ASEF Podcasta se podajamo v svet podjetniških inkubatorjev in podpornega okolja za startupe. V gosteh sta bili Nives Justin, vodja podjetniškega inkubatorja Kovačnica v Kranju, in Sonja Majcen, ki vodi Inkubator Savinjske regije v Celju. Obe že vrsto let pomagata mladim podjetnikom pri prvih korakih, iskanju financiranja, razvoju idej in mreženju z gospodarstvom. Prisluhnite razpravi o: Kaj sploh je podjetniški inkubator in kako se razlikuje od drugih podpornih institucij?Katere...

4 months ago

58 minutes

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Epizoda #41 (SLO): Podatki v zdravstvu 101 z Janezom Žibertom

🎙️ V epizodi se profesor Janez Žibert pogovarja o svoji poti od matematike do zdravstva. Razpravlja o pomembnosti zdravstvenih podatkov, umetni inteligenci in statistike ter analizira izzive in priložnosti v slovenskem zdravstvu. Pogovor vodi Luka Petravić. Kaj vas čaka v epizodi? 😎 1. Janezova poklicna pot Janez deli svojo pot od matematike do zdravstva. Diplomiral je iz matematike, skozi umetno inteligenco in prepoznavanje govora pa je prišel do uporabe svojih znanj v medicini, kjer se je...

4 months ago

1 hour 6 minutes

ASEF Podcast

Episode #40 (EN): Free Energy Principle with Karl Friston: Mathematical Modeling of Consciousness

In this episode, Karl Friston unpacks the Free Energy Principle (https://www.nature.com/articles/nrn2787), a unifying theory explaining how the brain minimizes surprise by constantly predicting and updating its model of the world. We explore how this principle sheds light on perception, consciousness, and even psychiatric conditions like schizophrenia. Karl also shares how his journey took him from psychiatry to neuroscience, driven by a passion for applying math and physics to de...

5 months ago

1 hour 5 minutes

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Epizoda #39 (SLO): Od podatka na disku do klinične slike pacienta — Tadej Maligoj o oblikovanju v zdravstvu

🎙️ V novi epizodi podcasta gostimo Tadeja Maligoja, arhitekta uporabniških izkušenj, s katerim se pogovarjamo o oblikovanju informacijskih sistemov v zdravstvu. Pogovor je vodil Luka Petravić. Kaj vas čaka v epizodi?😎 1. Pomen širokega znanja Tadej izpostavi, kako je širiko znanje ključno za uspešno oblikovanje uporabniških izkušenj. Razumevanje različnih disciplin odpira vrata k inovativnim rešitvam in boljšemu prilagajanju poslovnih procesov. 2. UX izzivi v zdravstvu Dotaknemo se posebnos...

5 months ago

1 hour 22 minutes

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Episode #38 (EN): Panpsychism with Philip Goff: Is Consciousness a Fundamental Feature of the Universe?

In this episode, we delve into the intriguing concept of panpsychism with Philip Goff, the philosophical idea that consciousness is a fundamental and ubiquitous aspect of reality. We explore its historical roots, examine contemporary debates, and consider its implications for our understanding of the mind and the universe. The host of the science vertical on the ASEF Podcast: Tanja Janko Timestamps: 01:36 - Why did you decide to pursue consciousness research? 03:45 - Defining Cons...

6 months ago

54 minutes

ASEF Podcast

Epizoda #37 (SLO): Marko Grobelnik o umetni inteligenci med regulacijo, geopolitiko in prihodnostjo dela

V tokratni epizodi ASEF Podcasta se podajamo v svet umetne inteligence, skupaj z enim vodilnih slovenskih strokovnjakov na tem področju, Markom Grobelnikom. Ponaša se z več kot štiridesetletnimi izkušnjami kot raziskovalec na Inštitutu Jožef Stefan, je soustanovitelj IRCAI in svetovalec številnim mednarodnim organizacijam kot so OECD, Evropska Komisija, Svet Evrope in NATO. Prisluhnite razpravi o: Geopolitiki umetne inteligence: Kje so vodilne sile – ZDA, Evropa in Kitajska – in kakšne so nji...

6 months ago

1 hour 23 minutes

ASEF Podcast

Episode #36 (EN): Meet the Fellows - Sophia and Maja’s Visit to Slovenia

Welcome to the very first episode of Meet the Fellows, a new vertical of the ASEF Podcast. This series dives into the stories of ASEF Fellows—students who have experienced the ASEF Fellowship firsthand—and explores what the program means to them, both professionally and personally. In this episode, we sit down with Sophia Jarc and Maja Košir, two 2024 ASEF Fellows from Cleveland, Ohio, who spent their summer in Slovenia participating in the Visit Slovenia program. The conversation covers a wi...

6 months ago

39 minutes

ASEF Podcast

Episode #35: Tech for Nature with Tom Vodopivec from Bird Buddy/Wonder

In this episode of the ASEF Podcast, we explore the journey of Bird Buddy/Wonder, a Slovenian startup that has successfully blended AI, computer vision, and hardware to create a smart bird feeder loved by over half a million people worldwide. Joining us is Tom Vodopivec, COO at Bird Buddy/Wonder, who brings deep expertise in AI, startups, and venture capital. We dive into: The Bird Buddy journey, from Kickstarter to $100M in revenueHow they approach market validation and product developmenThe...

7 months ago

43 minutes

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Episode #34: Understanding Deformable Objects in Computer Graphics - Jernej Barbic

We explored Jernej Barbič’s journey from mathematics to computer science, highlighting key moments in his academic career. We discussed the simulation of deformable objects, their application, and their challenges. The discussion touched on the metaverse’s potential to transform human interaction, advancements in medical technology through digital replicas, and ethical considerations around AI. Jernej also talked about the development of Vega FEM and Ziva Dynamics, which revolutionized filmma...

10 months ago

1 hour 7 minutes

ASEF Podcast

Episode #33: Technology Transfer

In this special live episode of the ASEF Podcast, recorded at Dragon Days in Celje, we hosted Michael Stucky - a partner at Serpentine Ventures, visiting from Zurich, Switzerland, and Jure Vindišar - Head of Technology Transfer at the National Institute of Biology in Slovenia. We delved into the concept of technology transfer, which is all about creating real-world impact from cutting-edge research. This encompasses things like university spin-outs and licensing intellectual property for the ...

1 year ago

52 minutes

ASEF Podcast

Episode #32: Let's talk about Slovenian art! Aljaž Bezjak

In this episode, we host Aljaž Bezjak, an accomplished Slovenian digital artist currently working as a digital nomad while based in London. Aljaž studied photography at the Faculty for Applied Sciences in Ljubljana, graduating in 2018 with a project on the digital colorization of black and white photography, inspired by Stojan Kerbler. Before moving to England in 2016, Aljaž worked as a VFX artist and video editor at Studio Ritem in Ljubljana, and as a professional photographer and filmmaker...

1 year ago

1 hour 2 minutes

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Episode #31: Computational biology - Peter Cimermancic

In this episode, we dive into computational biology, discussing protein structure prediction and the challenges of mapping the sequence-function relationships of proteins. We also touch on cryptic sites in proteins. Our guest, Peter Cimermančič, talks about his startup TesorAI, and we end with a discussion on reverse aging and our control over our biological destiny. Peter Cimermančič is a co-founder of TesorAI, and has extensive experience in computational and structural biology, gen...

1 year ago

53 minutes

ASEF Podcast

Episode #30: Computer vision - Zan Gojcic and Aljosa Osep

In this episode, we discuss computer vision, distinguishing it from computer graphics, and delve into the challenges of 3D computer vision. We also examine the current state of autonomous driving research and discuss deepfakes. We host two experts in the field: Žan Gojčič a senior research scientist at Nvidia, with a research focus is on 3D deep learning, weakly supervised learning, and domain adaptation.Aljoša Osep a senior research scientist at Nvidia, working on learning to understand the ...

1 year ago

1 hour 4 minutes

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Episode #29: Venture Capital in Slovenia

In this episode, we dive into another part of the technology transfer and entrepreneurship ecosystem - venture capital (VC) and business angels. We discuss the different VC funds in Slovenia, how startups should approach funding, opportunities and challenges in the local area, as well as success stories in the region, and perspectives abroad. We host three experts from the Slovenian venture capital scene: Nina Dremelj, Managing Partner at Vesna deep-tech Fund, President of Slovenian Business ...

1 year ago

1 hour 23 minutes