Session #01: Infrastructure and synthetic reasoning – Understanding beyond AI 

with Dr Amita Kapoor

This first session of the research forum series on Synthetic Methods explores the intersection of technological infrastructure and cognitive reasoning in contemporary Artificial Intelligence. Over the course of four hours, participants will engage in exploration of the mechanisms underlying Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) systems and gain a foundational introduction to Machine Learning through guided exercises.

The event will culminate with a keynote lecture by Dr. Amita Kapoor, Founder and CTO of NePeur, offering critical insights into the evolving landscape of synthetic reasoning and the infrastructures that enable it.

Designed for researchers, practitioners, and Master’s students, the seminar provides a structured yet exploratory space to reflect on how computational architectures shape and are shaped by human understanding beyond the boundaries of traditional AI.

Please register via email to info[æt]sfb1187.uni-siegen.de

Please note that all participants should bring their own laptops for the Hands-on Session