About UWA Data Institute

Advisory Board

 As a leading hub for cross-disciplinary collaboration, we introduce industry leaders to the researchers and academics who are embedded in the domains of data science, machine learning and/or AI in any domain.

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Wei Liu

Deputy Director

Dr Tom Ridsdill-Smith

Tom Ridsdill-Smith

Chair

Professor Annette George

Annette George

Professor

Michelle Sandford

Michelle Sandford

Industry Advisor

Rohin Wood

Rohin Wood

Industry Advisor

Dr Dave Lawie

Dave Lawie

Industry Advisor

Michael North

Michael North

Industry Advisor

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Herbert Ho-Ching Lu

Professor

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Martin Kirk

Industry Advisor

Team Members

 As a leading hub for cross-disciplinary collaboration, we involve industry using data science, machine learning and/or AI in any domain.

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Sheree Pudney

Program Manager

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Wei Liu

Deputy Director

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Michael Small

Director

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Julianne Sparke

Industry Engagement Manager

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Jacqueline Limb

Communications Manager

Partner with the UWA Data Institute

Our sponsors and partners are organisations that believe in the need for collaboration, innovation and research to solve real-world challenges. Together, we’re building a stronger data and AI ecosystem that creates meaningful impact for our community and humanity.

Why join us as a sponsor and/or partner?

  • Align your organisation with one of Australia’s leading university research communities in data science and artificial intelligence.
  • Connect with leading researchers, innovators, industry experts and decision-makers across multiple disciplines.
  • Collaborate on research, events, education initiatives and projects that deliver real-world impact.
  • Showcase your organisation’s expertise, innovation and thought leadership to an engaged audience across academia, industry and government.
  • Increase your brand visibility through our website, newsletters, social media, events and promotional campaigns.
  • Engage with emerging talent through access to students, researchers and graduates for internships, placements and future recruitment.
  • Contribute to conversations that shape the future of data, AI and digital innovation in Western Australia.
  • Become part of a growing network committed to advancing research excellence, responsible AI and data-driven innovation.

Foundation Sponsors

 As a leading hub for cross-disciplinary collaboration, we involve industry using data science, machine learning and/or AI in any domain.

bcgx

BCG X is the tech build & design unit of BCG. Turbocharging BCG’s deep industry and functional expertise, BCG X brings together advanced tech knowledge and ambitious entrepreneurship to help organizations enable innovation at scale. With nearly 3,000 technologists, scientists, programmers, engineers, and human-centered designers located across 80+ cities, BCG X builds and designs platforms and software to address the world’s most important challenges and opportunities.

Our technologies and products allow smarter and safer decisions for people, assets and the earth. Through innovation and curiosity, we continue to find new ways to improve accuracy and efficiency in mining in a more sustainable way. Our integrated range of drilling optimisation products, cloud-connected, rock knowledge sensors, directional core drilling, and data and analytics improves the process of identifying and extracting mineral resources. By providing knowledge of the rocks and a greater understanding of your resource, you can mine with confidence and precision with IMDEX.

chevron

For more than 70 years, Chevron Australia has played an important role in delivering oil, natural gas and other products to power human progress. We aim to grow our traditional energy business, which will continue to be a significant source of greenhouse gas emissions. To help advance a lower carbon future, we are striving to reduce the carbon emissions intensity of our traditional operations and seeking to grow lower carbon businesses; while proudly continuing to deliver the reliable, affordable energy the world needs.

Community Partners

Our community is at the heart of everything we do. By bringing together perspectives from industry, academia, government and the wider community, we create the collaboration needed to advance balanced, trustworthy and impactful data science and artificial intelligence. Together, we can achieve outcomes that are robust, equitable and deliver real-world benefit.

Welcoming our community partners.

Witwa

Women in Technology WA (WiTWA) is Western Australia's leading advocate for diversity, equity and inclusion in the technology sector. Through education, networking, mentoring and professional development, WiTWA works to attract, retain and advance women in technology while inspiring the next generation of innovators. By championing greater representation and opportunity across the tech ecosystem, WiTWA is helping to build a stronger, more inclusive future for technology in Western Australia. We are proud to welcome WiTWA as a UWA Data Institute Community Partner.

Women in BIM is a diverse network of female professionals within the AEC industry dedicated to supporting women in BIM related roles for skills, education and career progression. WIB is successful in empowering women across the globe in making game-changing contributions to the digital development of the built environment.