Golisano Institute Launches AI Innovation Hub (RBJ)

October 23, 2024

President Ian Mortimer speaks at the launch of Golisano Institute's AI Innovation Hub

Golisano Institute for Business & Entrepreneurship launched its AI Innovation Hub this week, which allows students to engage with, and learn from, AI technology. 

The learning environment includes a media lab, recording studio, New Vision Development Group Beta Lab and teaching spaces devoted to the exploration of AI and technology applications.  

Classes taught in the space will cover a variety of AI-related topics, including how to apply the technology in various industries, the use of predictive models and ethical considerations. 

To help celebrate the grand opening, guest speaker Manju Kesani, CEO of Machani Robotics and IndiVillage, visited Golisano Institute with Ria the Robot. Ria is a humanoid robot that demonstrates the full power and capabilities of the latest in humanoid robot technology. 

“We’re excited to open this hub on our campus so our students and staff can utilize this cutting-edge technology to further their entrepreneurial studies,” said Ian Mortimer, Golisano Institute for Business & Entrepreneurship’s president. “It demonstrates our institution’s continued commitment to equipping our students with the essential knowledge and skills to thrive in a technology-driven

Written by Andrea Deckert.
Originally published in the Rochester Business Journal.

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