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MAHSA'S RESEARCH & PUBLICATIONS
Mahsa's research focuses on AI, Machine Learning, Cybersecurity, and IoT, with a recent emphasis on Women in Technology and DEI. Her work spans natural language processing, AI for Social Good, deep learning, computer vision, AI in IoT, wireless sensing, AI in education, and the future of work.
MAHSA'S PROFESSIONAL LIFE
Mahsa is a leading expert in Artificial Intelligence (AI). She is an associate professor at Auckland University of Technology, and serves as a Deputy Chair for AI Forum NZ. She is a board member of NZTech, EdTech and AI Research Association, where she influences AI policy and research.
She has also led Google’s CS4HS (Computer Science for High Schools) initiative in Auckland for over a decade, supporting digital tech teachers in more than 140 New Zealand schools.
MAHSA'S TV & RADIO GUESTINGS
Over the past year, Mahsa has spoken at over 60 conferences, events, and panels, and appeared on TV news programs like TVNZ and The AM Show. She has also been featured in national and international news and has participated in numerous panel discussions, covering topics such as business disruption, diversity and inclusion, innovation, science and technology, cybersecurity, and artificial intelligence.
Additionally, she regularly provides commentary on science and technology for Radio NZ.
MAHSA'S NON-PROFIT ORGANISATION
As the Founder and Director of She Sharp, Mahsa proudly leads an organization focused on empowering women in technology. Despite women comprising more than half the population, they account for only 20% of STEM roles.
With over 2,000 members, She Sharp has organised over 80 events since 2014. Through networking and skill-building opportunities, She Sharp helps break down barriers and contributes to creating a more diverse and equitable STEM workforce.
MAHSA'S SIGNATURE
SPEAKING TOPICS
AI EXPERTISE
AI has swiftly evolved into a key component of modern technology, driven by advances in machine learning. It holds the potential to address complex global challenges, shaping industries and improving quality of life. For over 15 years, Mahsa has been deeply engaged in researching AI, focusing on its current applications and exploring its potential for future innovations. Her work examines the transformative impact AI is projected to have across various sectors, aiming to address global challenges and enhance quality of life.
CYBERSECURITY
Cybersecurity has rapidly advanced to combat the increasing complexity of digital threats, becoming essential for protecting sensitive information. As technology evolves, its role in safeguarding privacy and maintaining trust in digital systems is more crucial than ever. Over the past decade, Mahsa has researched how technology advancements impact cybersecurity, focusing on how it is evolving to address current and future risks. Her expertise earned her recognition at the NZ Women in Security Awards, winning the Unsung Hero Award in 2023, and nominated finalist for the Most Innovative Educator Award in 2022.
SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
Science and technology have advanced rapidly, driving innovation and transforming everyday life. Their continued evolution is crucial for addressing global challenges and improving the future. Inspired by a fascination with technology from a young age, Mahsa is deeply passionate about these fields and their potential to create positive change.
FUTURE OF WORK
Science and technology are rapidly disrupting industries, reshaping how we work and live. This transformation offers new opportunities but also challenges traditional systems and practices. One key aspect of Mahsa’s research focuses on the disruption and challenges brought by technological innovation. Her expertise in this area uncovers opportunities for growth and advancement.
DIVERSITY & INCLUSION SPEAKERS
Diversity and inclusion are essential as science and technology rapidly evolve, ensuring innovation benefits everyone. Embracing diverse perspectives fosters creativity and addresses complex global challenges more effectively. Since starting her career in science and technology, Mahsa has been among the minority of women in the field, recognising both the challenges they face and the missed opportunities due to a lack of diversity. By founding She Sharp, she has led efforts to support women and dismantle stereotypes, encouraging the next generation to explore this exciting and rewarding career path.
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Artificial Intelligence, when guided by the compass of empathy, becomes not just a tool for education but a bridge to understanding, empowering minds and hearts to learn together in harmony.
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WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING
I loved your presentation at the Tech Summit last week.
Your comments on ethical AI and some of the dangers are very insightful. I am grateful we have experts like yourself to make sure we understand the risks as well as the many benefits of generative AI and other new tech.
There were many highlights, including the keynote speaker Dr Mahsa McCauley (Mohaghegh), PhD,
who spoke about the importance of diversity in the future of tech and their journeys navigating the tech industries.
Mahsa was such a great speaker and really captivated our audience.
She was intelligent, with warmth and humour. The presentation was very informative and delivered in a lively engaging manner. Such great feedback! Well done on another great event Mahsa!
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To inspire our youth, we must unveil the boundless potential of technology- showing them how it shapes everyone's future, revolutionises the way we work, and invites them into an exhilarating journey where they don't just witness change but become the innovators driving it.
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