Distinguished Professor Svetha Venkatesh has been honoured with the 2024 Pearcey Medal, recognising her outstanding lifetime contributions to Australia’s ICT industry.
Awarded through a nationwide peer vote, this prestigious accolade celebrates her groundbreaking work in artificial intelligence, which is transforming sectors such as healthcare, education, security, and mental health.
Named as one of the top 15 women in the world in AI, Prof. Venkatesh’s AI solutions are addressing critical real-world challenges, leaving a profound impact on multiple industries. As Pearcey Foundation chair Wayne Fitzsimmons OAM noted, her work not only advances AI but also fosters the development of future talent worldwide.
This achievement further cements Prof. Venkatesh’s leadership in AI and highlights Deakin University’s commitment to driving global research and innovation. Her extensive career includes being elected a Fellow of the Australian Academy of Science in 2021 and receiving the Australian Laureate Fellowship in 2017.
In addition to her research, Prof. Venkatesh has led projects that have led to publications, patents, tools, and spin-off companies, such as icetana, TOBY Playpad, and Virtual Observer. Her work has revolutionised pattern recognition tasks and applications in areas including autism, security, and aged care.
The Pearcey Foundation’s annual awards recognise the most exceptional individuals in Australian ICT, and Professor Venkatesh’s recognition is a testament to her visionary leadership and lasting impact.
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