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Adjmal Sarwary Podcast#21 - Oliver Blume - Regeln sind da um gebrochen zu werden: Immobilien, Hotels und QuantencomputingWie gelingt es, mit disruptiven Ideen Branchen neu zu denken – vom Fernsehturm über modulare Hotels bis zum Quantencomputing?In dieser Folge spreche ich mit Oliver Blume, Unternehmer und Investor, der querbeet innovative Projekte vorantreibt. Er erzählt, wie der Kauf und die Sanierung eines 65 Jahre alten Fernsehturms zu seiner Vision von urbanem Wohnen mit platzsparenden „Box Apartments“ führte. Dabei musste er gegen traditionelle Bauvorschriften und das Unverständnis der Behörden ankämpfen – ein Beispiel, wie bahnbrechende Ideen häufig auf Widerstand treffen.Oliver teilt zudem seine Erfahrungen aus dem Apothekenmarkt, wo er mit Discountkonzept...
2026-01-141h 32
Adjmal Sarwary Podcast#20 - Ben Hoyle - How to integrate AI into your company: Insights from ZEISSWhat does it take to bring generative AI from groundbreaking tech buzz into practical, trusted tools embraced by a 45,000-strong global company? In this episode, I’m joined by Ben Hoyle, staff scientist and advanced technologist at ZEISS Group, who shares his journey from computational astrophysics to AI leadership. Ben unpacks the challenging cultural shift required for large enterprises to successfully adopt AI, balancing top-down endorsement with grassroots empowerment.We explore:- How Zeiss approaches AI adoption by showcasing real employee use cases to spark curiosity and inspire practical applications.- The...
2025-11-121h 52
Adjmal Sarwary Podcast#19 - Markus Poschenrieder - From Law to GovTech: Digitalizing Social ServicesWhy do 90% of social benefit applications in Germany contain errors? And how can digitalization, user-centric design, and smart automation transform this cumbersome, costly system?In this episode, I talk with Markus Poschenrieder from LeistungsLotse about their mission to guide citizens through the "jungle" of social benefits and reduce administrative overload. We explore how fragmented legislation and decentralized data create a maze of bureaucracy where people apply incorrectly or don’t apply at all, leaving many eligible benefits unclaimed and municipalities overwhelmed.Key insights include: - The real-life impact of administrative “ping pong” and incompl...
2025-10-151h 38Adjmal Sarwary Podcast#18 - Hester Knol - From App to Medical Device: Why Certification Takes ForeverWhat does it really take to transform a health app into a certified medical device? In this episode, I sit down with Hester Knol, a clinical research expert with extensive experience in medical device regulation. Together, we delve into the complex journey of getting a digital health app through clinical trials, the hidden challenges faced by startups, and the rigorous planning and evidence required, even for low-risk tools, to ensure safety and efficacy before reaching patients.Key highlights include:- An in-depth look at the process of developing a medical device, from initial i...
2025-06-181h 48Adjmal Sarwary Podcast#17 - David Owald - Tiny Brain, Big Insights: What a Fruit Fly Can Teach Us About MemoryWhat happens in the brain when we learn new information, and how can understanding fruit fly memory help us unlock the secrets of human cognition?In this episode, I had an insightful conversation with Prof. Dr. David Owald, an expert in neurobiology, who delves into the complexities of memory storage and learning processes as observed in the humble fruit fly. We explore how these simple organisms can reveal profound insights into the mechanisms of memory and how our brains function.Key highlights include:- The role of synaptic plasticity in memory formation and...
2025-04-231h 44Adjmal Sarwary Podcast#16 - Alexander Acker - What It Really Takes to Train AI and How to Make It Accessible to ManyHow did we get from the first AI models to today's cutting-edge language models, and what’s next for AI infrastructure?In this episode, I sit down with Alex to explore the history of AI, from early perceptrons to GPT-4, and the often overlooked hardware and system engineering challenges behind modern AI.We discuss why building and training AI models today is far more than just code and data, it’s about scaling infrastructure, managing distributed GPUs, and creating robust pipelines for fine-tuning and domain-specific AI.Key highlights include: A deep dive into...
2025-03-192h 32Adjmal Sarwary Podcast#15 - Arash Azhand - Trusting the Machine: A Deep Dive into AI Safety and AssuranceHow can we ensure AI systems are innovative, safe, and trustworthy? In this episode, I sit down with Arash Azhand, an expert in AI safety and assurance, to explore the challenges and strategies for building reliable AI systems. From safety in medical AI to continuous assurance practices, we dive into the processes shaping the future of trustworthy AI. Key highlights include: - Addressing regulatory gaps in AI for critical applications. - Tools and frameworks for making AI decisions more transparent. - Generative AI’s role in both cybersecurity risks and solutions. Curio...
2025-02-122h 03
Adjmal Sarwary Podcast#14 - Hannah Scheiffele - Hacking HR: Conquering New Work ChallengesEver wondered how modern work frameworks can transform team dynamics and alignment?In this enlightening conversation, I chat with Hannah Scheiffele, an expert in organizational development and HR strategy, about the challenges and triumphs of implementing “New Work” concepts such as flexible work environments, both remotely and on-site. We delve into the effective use of frameworks like OKRs to align team efforts, discussing the need for personalization and strategic adaptation to ensure everyone moves in harmony towards common goals.Curious about making your team more cohesive, no matter where they work from? Check out the epis...
2025-01-081h 45Adjmal Sarwary Podcast#13 - Dr. Christian Herles – The Future of AI Regulation: Unpacking the EU AI ActEver wondered how the EU is shaping the future of AI?In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Christian Herles, a legal expert and thought leader in digital law, to explore the impact of the EU AI Act on the world of artificial intelligence.Dr. Herles walks us through the intricacies of the EU AI Act—one of the most groundbreaking pieces of legislation in the AI space. We discuss how this regulation will influence innovation, address the ethical use of AI, and tackle critical issues like risk management and compliance. From legal liability in au...
2024-11-131h 35Adjmal Sarwary Podcast#12 - Sven Spöde - The AI Transformation: Redefining Business, Empowering People, and Reshaping the FutureEver wondered how AI is reshaping industries right before our eyes? In this episode, I sit down with Sven Spöde, a PR expert and seasoned AI enthusiast, to discuss the transformative power of AI in the business world.Sven breaks down the five levels of AI development—from chatbots to fully autonomous systems—and we explore how businesses are already leveraging AI for growth. We dive deep into real-world applications, from improving workflows to empowering individuals and small businesses with AI tools like GPT models.We also discuss the future: What will Level 3 autonomy look...
2024-10-161h 32Adjmal Sarwary Podcast#11 - Paul Springer - AI for the common goodEver wondered how AI can be harnessed for the greater good? I talk to Dr. Paul Springer.Paul has a background in theoretical physics and years of experience as a management and IT consultant. He’s also the co-founder and managing director of MI4People, a non-profit that develops open-source AI solutions for humanitarian, social, and environmental issues.We dive into how AI can help tackle global challenges, the mission behind MI4People, and how technology can drive meaningful, positive change.Enjoy!
2024-09-251h 35
Adjmal Sarwary Podcast#10 - Jonas Albert - Digital Therapeutics and the Digital TransformationEver heard of digital therapeutics? Most people haven't. I talk to Jonas Albert. Jonas is a market access and strategy specialist for digital health markets, with a big focus on digital therapeutics. He is currently working as managing consultant for fbeta, Germany's leading consultancy in the area of product conception, evidence generations, general market access and price negotiations for reimbursable digital therapeutics. We cover many topics starting with what digital therapeutics are and where the innovation lies. How do different countries approach the process and what are business opportunities in this area.Enjoy...
2024-05-281h 49
Tech und TraraWie wird aus Forschung ein Produkt? - mit Dr. Adjmal SarwaryMit Dr. Adjmal Sarwary haben wir über KI-Prognosen, das Schnittfeld Wissenschaft-Wirtschaft und die deutsche Hochschullandschaft gesprochen.
Wie fortgeschritten ist KI bisher? Wo entstehen die Techniken der Zukunft? Wie schafft es fortschrittliche Technologie aus dem Labor raus und hinein in die Wirtschaft?
In unserer heutigen Episode haben wir mit Dr. Adjmal Sarwary über fortschrittliche Technologien wie KI, AI, Deep Learning und Co. gesprochen. Er ist Neurowissenschaftler und Senior Product Manager für Clinical Research and Developement bei Lindera. Aktuell modelliert Lindera die Sturzwahrscheinlichkeit für ältere Mitmenschen und wendet für diese Berechnungen schon KI-Programme an. Doch wie können wir ent...
2022-06-271h 11Adjmal Sarwary Podcast#9 - Roshan Cools - Brain mechanisms of cognitive control and motivationHow does willpower work and how do underlying factors such as cognitive control and motivation influence it? We talk to Dr. Roshan Cools about her research. We cover many topics ranging from reward and the role of dopamine as well as cognitive enhancers such as ritalin or adderall and if they are actually effective or not. We also touched upon how UX design could impact cognitive control and how you should think about it.
2020-07-201h 27Adjmal Sarwary Podcast#8 - Frank Leone - Using science to improve educationWhat actually makes a good learning experience and how does it affect learning performance? We talk about this with our guest Frank. He has a passion for understanding and improving learning as well as education. He is currently an assistant professor in Neuroeducation & Artificial Intelligence at the Donders Institute. We cover many topics ranging from AI in education to online learning all the way to the important effect emotions have on learning.
2020-04-171h 42Adjmal Sarwary Podcast#7 - Vitoria Piai - How we process and create language In this conversation we talk about the science of language. How does language work? What is language and how does it impact us every day? We discuss how language makes us uniquely human and where do the borders lie if there are any. We also talk about the overlaps of language and memory. Our guest is Dr. Vitoria Piai. Vitória is a senior researcher at the Donders Centre for Cognition and the Radboud University Medical Centre. Her research focuses on language function in healthy and neurological populations, such as stroke, brain tumor, epilepsy, and neurodegenerative disorders such as dementia or...
2020-03-192h 03Adjmal Sarwary Podcast#6 - Pieter Medendorp - Sensory Integration and Transformation in the brainOur guest today is Prof. Pieter Medendorp. He is the head of the sensorimotor (http://sensorimotorlab.com/) lab at the Donders Institute for Brain, Cognition and Behaviour. In this conversation we talk about the science of sensory integration and transformation. Specifically, how these very fundamental processes impact us on a daily basis without us even realizing it. We discuss how our senses can fool us and how that experience can be fun. We also make links to industry and how forms of therapy and diagnosis can improve using these principles.
2020-02-261h 26Adjmal Sarwary Podcast#5 - Alan Sanfey - How we make decisions and the science of itWe most of the time don’t make rational decisions. It feels like feel like we are in control but that’s just an illusion. In this conversation we talk to Prof. Alan Sanfey (alansanfey.com) who is the principal investigator of the decision neuroscience lab (www.decisionneurosciencelab.com/) at the Donders Institute for Brain, Cognition and Behavior. We get a better idea of what drives our decisions, how industry is trying to use these concepts and also where it sometimes goes wrong.
2019-11-041h 31Adjmal Sarwary Podcast#4 - Ian Cameron - Problems of the academic systemDid you ever wonder what the career path looks like for a scientist? The academic system can feel obscure to outsiders and not easy to get into. To scientists themselves, it can create uncertainty and is also fiercely competitive. In this conversation, we talk to Dr. Ian Cameron (@ian_gm_cameron). Ian works at the exciting interface between academia, entrepreneurship, industry and society. We discuss the ‘standard’ career path, transfer of knowledge to society, and the relationship of academia and industry.
2019-11-031h 55Adjmal Sarwary Podcast#3 - Ivar de Lange - Using psychology for bartending and cocktailsDid you ever go into a bar and felt comfortable and relaxed but didn’t know why? In this episode we talk to Ivar de Lange (ivardelange.com), an award winning bartender and entrepreneur with a background in medical psychology. Ivar gives us insights into how bars are setup and walks us through pitfalls beginning bar owners should avoid. We also touch upon the impact his medical psychology background has on his bartending career and expertise.
2019-11-031h 44Adjmal Sarwary Podcast#2 - Erwin de Boer - How sound is used for design and brandingSounds are all around us but how are they used to affect us? Even if we don’t think about it but sound logos are all around us. In this episode we talk to Erwin de Boer (@boer1993). He’s working as a marketing expert and has plenty of experience as a sound brand designer. He gives us a deeper look into different levels of sound branding and how these are approached and implemented.
2019-11-021h 32Adjmal Sarwary Podcast#1 - Raphael Smals - The difficulty of teaching entrepreneurshipIs teaching entrepreneurship possible and what are the challenges while doing so? In this episode, we’re discussing this topic with Dr. Raphael Smals (www.rsmals.nl). We focus on different types of institutions and their approaches in teaching important skills. We specifically look into what skills are necessary for an entrepreneur but not taught at all.
2019-10-221h 57
Adjmal Sarwary PodcastWelcome to the Adjmal Sarwary podcastListen in and see what this podcast is all about.
2019-10-2101 min