Statistics and Stupidly Smart AI
The Royal Institution of Great Britain , 21 Albemarle Street , London, W1S 4BS
Statistics and Stupidly Smart AI
21 Albemarle Street , London, W1S 4BS
Description
Statistics are under pressure. It's harder to count the things that we make today than it was to count the things we used to make. And surveys, once the life-blood of our nation's statistics, are facing steep declines in response rates. Statistics are critical infrastructure for the UK, just like our roads or water pipes: they are used to make decisions about everything from school funding to taxes. So, what can we do to combat this change in behaviour?
In this talk, statistician Arthur Turrell shows how considered use of artificial intelligence can help to improve statistics and take the pulse of the nation in new ways. We'll see AI track traffic, predict the future, and work out if you’re doing the dishes, all in the name of better data.
Like all technologies, the way AI is used can be good or bad and we’ll examine the importance of considered use of it. It can be thought of as ‘stupidly smart’, so you need to carefully think of what you ask for and how you ask for it – else just as with a mischievous genie, you might not quite get what you’ve wished for! And, to cap it all off, you might get let in on the secret of how AI could win you millions.
How To Get Your Tickets
1. Book your desired number of tickets and await an email from us confirming your order. This is NOT a ticket.
2. Present your confirmation on arrival at the venue. Ensure that you take personal ID with you or you may be turned away
Pricing Information
• There is the option to book Free Tickets with £5 Donation + TFG booking fees - the full £5 donation goes straight to the Royal Institution to continue their excellent scientific education work.
Additional Information
• For further event information please visit here
Accessibility Information
• Please note: We recommend, where you have specific access requirements, bookings are made directly through the event organiser, however, we are here to assist where possible. Please get in touch with us prior to booking if you have access requirements. For accessibility information please visit here
Key Terms of Sale
• Tickets are non-refundable / non-exchangeable
• Tickets cannot be resold or transferred
• The account holder must be in attendance at the event
These are the key terms. Full terms apply and are available here
Genre
Dates & times
Saturday, 11 Jul 2026 7:00pm to 8:30pm
Important information - please read
Statistics are under pressure. It's harder to count the things that we make today than it was to count the things we used to make. And surveys, once the life-blood of our nation's statistics, are facing steep declines in response rates. Statistics are critical infrastructure for the UK, just like our roads or water pipes: they are used to make decisions about everything from school funding to taxes. So, what can we do to combat this change in behaviour?
In this talk, statistician Arthur Turrell shows how considered use of artificial intelligence can help to improve statistics and take the pulse of the nation in new ways. We'll see AI track traffic, predict the future, and work out if you’re doing the dishes, all in the name of better data.
Like all technologies, the way AI is used can be good or bad and we’ll examine the importance of considered use of it. It can be thought of as ‘stupidly smart’, so you need to carefully think of what you ask for and how you ask for it – else just as with a mischievous genie, you might not quite get what you’ve wished for! And, to cap it all off, you might get let in on the secret of how AI could win you millions.
How To Get Your Tickets
1. Book your desired number of tickets and await an email from us confirming your order. This is NOT a ticket.
2. Present your confirmation on arrival at the venue. Ensure that you take personal ID with you or you may be turned away
Pricing Information
• There is the option to book Free Tickets with £5 Donation + TFG booking fees - the full £5 donation goes straight to the Royal Institution to continue their excellent scientific education work.
Additional Information
• For further event information please visit here
Accessibility Information
• Please note: We recommend, where you have specific access requirements, bookings are made directly through the event organiser, however, we are here to assist where possible. Please get in touch with us prior to booking if you have access requirements. For accessibility information please visit here
Key Terms of Sale
• Tickets are non-refundable / non-exchangeable
• Tickets cannot be resold or transferred
• The account holder must be in attendance at the event
These are the key terms. Full terms apply and are available here
Genre
Tickets
You may purchase a maximum of 4 tickets for this event.Location
The Royal Institution of Great Britain
21 Albemarle Street
London
W1S 4BS