Presentation
Invited Talk: Bridging the Data Gaps in Computing for Science, Education and Society
DescriptionThe democratization of the digital continuum necessitates an AI-integrated ecosystem where data and research infrastructure are seamlessly integrated and universally accessible. This talk overviews the imperative of bridging the gaps between these components through robust services, facilitating an inclusive AI landscape that empowers diverse research communities and domains. The National Data Platform (NDP) aims to lower the barriers to entry for AI research and applications through an integrated services approach to streamlining research and education workflows. This approach underscores the importance of open, extensible, and equitable systems in driving forward the capabilities of AI, ultimately contributing to the resolution of grand scientific and societal challenges. By examining real case studies leveraging open data platforms and scalable research infrastructure, the talk will highlight the role of composable systems and services in NDP to catalyze a platform to empower users from all backgrounds to engage in meaningful research, learning, and discovery.