Michael Blumenstein
Michael Blumenstein is currently a Professor and the Deputy Dean (Research and Innovation) in the Faculty of Engineering and IT at UTS. Over two decades, Michael has successfully led the growth of cutting-edge research at Universities, particularly in collaboration with industry and focusing on translational outcomes.
Michael is a nationally and internationally recognised expert in the areas of automated Pattern Recognition and Artificial Intelligence (AI). Michael is passionate about developing technology that has a positive effect on society, focusing on AI for good. Michael has published his work widely, particularly AI applications with multi-disciplinary teams for solving global problems. Among the many projects he has led in collaboration with industry, Michael’s team developed the award-winning SharkSpotter – a world-first AI-based technology for detecting Sharks in the ocean from Uncrewed Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) to enhance beach safety and for saving lives.