WiDS – Women in Data Science Conference Rhine-Neckar 2024

The WiDS Rhine-Neckar provides an opportunity to hear about the latest data science-related research with a focus on Smart Cities. The online conference takes place on 24 June 2024, 6 pm.

Women in Data Science Rhine-Neckar is part of a global series of regional events founded in 2015 as Stanford University’s WIDS initiative. It is now held in 60 countries at 200+ locations.

The WiDS Rhine-Neckar provides an opportunity to hear about the latest data science-related research with a focus on Smart Cities. Learn how leading-edge companies and research use data science to generate successful outcomes and connect with potential mentors and collaborators in the field.

WiDS Conference Rhine-Neckar 2024

The conference and the workshops will be held online and are free of charge. All genders are welcome.

The conference takes place on 24 June 2024, starting at 6 pm. We are planning additional practical insights on 25th of June. Information will follow soon.

The conference offers you interesting presentations, workshops and networking opportunities. Be sure to reserve your spot to learn about the latest findings in the field of data science and smart cities. inspired by strong women in the field.

University of Mannheim

Daria Szafran

Water Management SRH Heidelberg

Prof. Dr.-Ing. Ulrike Gayh

Digital-Agentur Heidelberg

Esther Euteneuer

SRH Hochschule Heidelberg

Prof. Dr. Swati Chandna

We are happy to share our preliminary Agenda for day 1 with our great speakers Daria Szafran, Prof. Dr.-Ing. Ulrike Gayh and Esther Euteneuer.

Speaker: Daria Szafran, University of Mannheim

Topic: Beyond Technology – Exploring Public Awareness and Sentiment Towards Smart City Applications

Speaker: Prof. Dr.-Ing. Ulrike Gayh, SRH Hochschule Heidelberg
Topic: Data-Driven Solutions for Water Management in Smart Cities

Speaker: Esther Euteneuer, Digital-Agentur Heidelberg
Topic: Data Management – The Key to a Smart City

We are happy to let you know that we plan a brown bag late lunch with additional practical insights on 25th of June.

Speaker: Prof. Dr. Swati Chandna, SRH Hochschule Heidelberg

Topic: Building Tomorrow – Innovations and Strategies for Smart Cities

WiDS Rhine-Neckar is independently organized by SRH Hochschule Heidelberg, SRH Fernhochschule – The Mobile University, and WUMAN to increase women's participation in data science and feature outstanding women doing outstanding work.

Organizing Team

Prof. Dr. Swati Chandna | SRH Hochschule Heidelberg | swati.chandna@srh.de
Prof. Dr. Daniela Ackermann-Piek | SRH Fernhochschule GmbH | daniela.ackermann-piek@mobile-university.de
Lea Cohausz | University of Mannheim | Data and Web Science Group, Chair of AI | lea.cohausz@uni-mannheim.de
Melissa Montagna | University of Mannheim | WUMANetzwerk | melissa.montagna@uni-mannheim.de
Jana Wilbert | WUMANetzwerk | jana.wilbert@posteo.de
Zeynep İnal | Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin | WUMANetzwerk | zeynep.inal@hu-berlin.de
Mara Weber | University of Bremen | maratheresaweber@googlemail.com