Distinguished Professor Svetha Venkatesh was honored with Pearcey Medal 2024in recognition of his outstanding contribution to the Australian ICT industry.
Awarded in a nationwide vote by his peers, this prestigious honor celebrates his groundbreaking work in artificial intelligence, which is transforming sectors such as healthcare, education, security and mental health .
Named as one of the best 15 women in the world In AI, Professor Venkatesh’s AI solutions address critical real-world challenges, leaving a profound impact across multiple sectors. As noted by Wayne Fitzsimmons OAM, Chairman of the Pearcey Foundation, his work not only advances AI, but also fosters the development of future talent around the world.
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This achievement further strengthens Professor Venkatesh’s leadership in the field of AI and highlights Deakin University’s commitment to driving global research and innovation. During her long career, she was elected a Fellow of the Australian Academy of Science in 2021 and received the Australian Laureate Fellowship in 2017.
In addition to his research, Professor Venkatesh has led projects that have resulted in publications, patents, tools and spin-off companies, such as icetana, TOBY Playpad and Virtual Observer. His work has revolutionized pattern recognition tasks and applications in areas such as autism, security and elderly care.
The Pearcey Foundation’s annual awards recognize the most exceptional people in ICT in Australia, and Professor Venkatesh’s recognition is testament to his visionary leadership and lasting impact.
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