Wits’ RAIL Lab trains intelligent machines to navigate caves, pour milk, and plan like humans, pushing the frontiers of autonomous AI research. Led by Professor Benjamin Rosman of the School of Computer Science and Applied Mathematics, the Lab’s work centres on building systems that can plan, adapt, and operate independently in complex environments.
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Understanding climate risks with local communities: The case of eMadlangeni, KwaZulu-Natal 2nd Floor, Flame Station Building, Braamfontein.13:00
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7th African Regional Congress of ICMI on Mathematics EducationParktown Education Campus08:00
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Inaugural Lecture of Professor Eliton ChivandiHybrid Event16:30
23Jul
Inaugural Lecture of Professor Deepak KarHybrid Event17:00
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