Meet the DSCE staff in an informal and relaxed setting, enjoy some breakfast, learn more about the center's work and get to know the people behind it.

Welcome to the conference.

Introduction to the Data Science Centre of Excellence.

From Data to Decisions - Lessons from Bringing AI into Military Operations

Decision Support

Breakout room leaders: Herwin Meerveld, Thomas Quadt, Mitchel Oosterwaal

Formulate effective decisions and decision principles under time constraints, with or without data support. Through hands-on scenarios, participants will gain real-world experience determining when data-driven models and dashboards add genuine value to decision-making—and when they become a hindrance. This interactive session equips leaders to navigate high-stakes situations with clarity and confidence.

Ethical AI

Breakout room leaders: Roy Lindelauf,Marianne Kramer, Marierose Heineken-van Dooren

Learn how Explainable AI (XAI) and Responsible AI (RAI) apply to operational environments where decisions directly impact mission success. Participants will identify minimum RAI requirements, including alignment with International Humanitarian Law (IHL), and explore where XAI makes the critical difference between trust and hesitation. Understand how transparency in AI systems can bridge the gap between technological capability and operational confidence.

Cyber and AI

Breakout room leaders: Mark Patrick Roeling, Andries van Beek , Jelle Postma , Timo, t.b.a.

Explore strategies to combat disinformation surrounding missions and exercises. Participants will experience firsthand how tactical misinformation and manipulation campaigns operate, and examine the defensive options available to counter these threats. This practical session builds critical awareness of information warfare tactics and empowers defenders to make informed, resilient choices in complex information environments.

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