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LifeTalks: Brain Health - For You and Your Parents

May 01, 2025 - 7:00PM
The Renaissance Room

Dr. John Saran, MD will address the rising epidemic of neurologic disorders in you and old, and share solutions we can implement to optimize brain health as we age.     

LifeTalks - AI Panel Discussion

June 11, 2025 - 7:00PM
The Renaissance Room

What it is? What isn’t it? 

How we got here.

How to use it.

 

There are many impressions and misconception of Artificial Intelligence (AI). Our distinguished panel of experts is being led by Dr. Jim Kulich , Chair, Department of Computer Science and Information Systems at Elmhurst University, Mr. Jack Lynch, vice President of Strategy at Ridgeline and the developer of Reading Ambitiously newsletter and Mr. Chris Wendt, Vice President of Technology Service with Syscon, Inc.  The panel will explain what AI is, how we got here and how small and medium business can use it.  These systems can perform tasks that typically require human intelligence, such as visual perception, speech recognition, decision-making, and language translation.

The concept of AI has been around since ancient times, but the formal study began in the mid-20th century. Pioneers like Alan Turing and John McCarthy laid the groundwork for AI as a field of research. The progression from simple algorithms to deep learning and neural networks has revolutionized AI over the decades.

AI is now integrated into various facets of our daily lives, from virtual personal assistants like Siri and Alexa to more complex applications in healthcare, finance, and autonomous vehicles. The potential of AI to enhance efficiency and decision-making in numerous industries is vast and continually evolving.

LifeTalks: AI and Education

July 09, 2025 - 7:00PM
The Renaissance Room

Are students cheating using AI?

Or will it accelerate their knowledge?  

 

Many parents and educator are very concerned with the development of AI and it’s use in educating the next generation.  Future educators will have to change the way they educate the next generation of leaders.  Kip Carlson, Lecturer at Elmhurst University, skilled in project management will discuss the pros and cons of the impacts of AI in education.  He’ll explain various research studies that have been published surrounding the topic and their effects on higher level students. 

Improving Results

AI has the potential to transform education by personalizing learning experiences and improving educational outcomes. Here are some ways AI is enhancing education:

  • Personalized Learning
  • Automated Grading
  • Intelligent Tutoring Systems
  • Predictive Analytics
  • Enhanced Learning Materials

LifeTalks: Health 3.0 - New Way to Think of Healthcare

August 14, 2025 - 7:00PM
The Renaissance Room

Improving Your Mitochondria Function

Many of the drugs and medications we take during our lives impact the symptoms of illness.  More within the medical field are gaining a greater understanding of the root causes of illnesses and are suggesting that the health of our mitochondria, which are the powerhouses of our cells, are crucial for overall health and energy levels. Here are some tips to improve mitochondrial function:

  • Nutrition
  • Exercise
  • Intermittent Fasting
  • Cold Exposure
  • Reducing Toxins
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