At the prestigious International Conference on Data Processing and Networking (ICDPN) This year, the Czech University of Life Sciences in Prague made a significant contribution. Assoc. Prof. Ing. Pavel Šimek, Ph.D. from KIT PEF ČZU spoke not only as keynote speaker, but also gave a professional lecture focused on the use of modern sensor technologies in scientific work and higher education. The presentation also included an introduction to the European project Agritech EU, which focuses on the digital transformation of agriculture and food.
Conference ICDPN annually brings together experts from the field data engineering, networks, sensor technologies, artificial intelligence and digital infrastructure. The keynote speech by Assoc. Prof. Šimek from KIT PEF ČZU focused on the topic:
„"The Use of IoT Sensors in Science and Higher Education Programs"“
In his lecture, he presented how sensors, IoT technologies and data systems can be used:
- in applied agricultural research,
- at environmental monitoring,
- in food production,
- even when innovation of study programs, that respond to the demand for digital skills.
He emphasized that sensory systems and smart devices are now an integral part of modern "smart farming" strategies and are the key to sustainable and precise production methods.
Introducing the Agritech EU project
The performance also included a detailed introduction to the audience about the European Agritech EU project, which involves 7 universities, 5 technology companies and 1 center of excellence with the aim of developing digital competences, innovations and technological skills in the field of smart and sustainable agriculture and universities.
The main objectives of the project include:
- Integration IoT technologies, sensor networks, cloud services and data analytics to teaching.
- Creating international courses and modules for students and the professional public.
- Supporting cooperation between research, universities and industry.
- Emphasis on sustainability, efficiency and social and environmental responsibility.
The project represents a unique European framework that helps prepare graduates for rapidly changing conditions in the agricultural sector.