STEM in Practice: AI in the Real World

​A focused convening of industry leaders, educators, workforce experts, public-sector partners, and STEM professionals examining how AI is reshaping learning, work, and real-world application across sectors.

​Through panels and conversations with industry experts and innovators, the forum will explore how AI is being used across manufacturing, aerospace, space, health, energy, infrastructure, cybersecurity, and beyond — and what that means for STEM education, workforce readiness, and the next generation of talent.

​Sessions & speakers

• ​The AI-Ready Workforce: Skills for What Comes Next — IBM

• ​The Next Generation of Health AI — Student researchers

• ​Making AI Trustworthy: From Research to Real-World Impact — Siemens

• ​Powering AI Responsibly: The Sustainable Data Center — Dell

• ​Defending the Digital Frontier: AI & Cybersecurity — OPSWAT

• ​AI, Manufacturing & National Security — U.S. Department of Defense

• ​Mobility for Everyone: AI & Accessibility — Waymo

​Designed for participants ready to move beyond inspiration to impact, this forum creates space for practical discussion, cross-sector connection, and forward-looking ideas.

​Light snacks and beverages provided.