Wang Jingli

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TOPICS like cutting-edge theories, advanced technologies, and cross-industry application practices in information and data science were extensively discussed during the International Workshop on Mathematical Issues in Information Science 2024 (MIIS 2024), which ended yesterday on the campus of The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Shenzhen (CUHK-Shenzhen) in Longgang District.

The two-day workshop gathered prominent leaders from the fields of mathematics, network communication, and artificial intelligence to share insights on the latest research findings and explore novel paths for industry development. The event attracted nearly 200 scientists, research workers, engineers, and students.

During the opening ceremony Saturday, Luo Zhiquan, the academic vice president of CUHK-Shenzhen and the director of the Shenzhen Research Institute of Big Data, highlighted MIIS’ dedication to advancing cutting-edge research and addressing challenges in information and data science from various academic perspectives.

Yuan Yaxiang, an academician with the Chinese Academy of Sciences, highlighted that data-driven scientific research, supported by big data and artificial intelligenc, has emerged as a new frontier in global intelligent research.

He urged combining basic research in data science and mathematics with industry applications to stimulate the creation of innovative, data-driven products and service models that are internationally competitive.

Wang Xiaoping, presidential chair professor at CUHK-Shenzhen, stated that MIIS is not only an international workshop but also a platform for showcasing pioneering research and a hub for intellectual exchanges.

Wang said that Shenzhen boasts a highly concentrated pool of innovative resources because of its focus on and investment in cutting-edge technology and top-tier talent.