Green digital code streams vertically down a black background, resembling the iconic “Matrix” film style. The characters include letters, numbers, and symbols, giving a futuristic, cyber-inspired look.

7-weeks PhD course on MM Optimization Algorithms with Machine Learning Applications

Digital Futures welcome PhD students and master students interested in research!

The main objective of this PhD course, by Dr Chathuranga Weeraddana, is to introduce the theory of MM (minimize a majorization) principle with an emphasis on related optimization algorithms and their applications to machine learning.

Course dates: 6 April, 20 April, 27 April, 4 May, 11 May, 17 May and 18 May
Course lecturer: Dr Chathuranga Weeraddana: Digital Futures scholar in residence

For more information visit the course website here.

For questions please contact: Carlo Fischione: carlofi@kth.se

 

More news

A person with wavy hair stands with arms folded in front of a blue and yellow racing car on a sunny day at a racetrack, with garages and empty grandstands in the background.

From KTH to the racetrack: Filippo takes autonomous racing to the next level at UC Berkeley

31/08/2026

This summer, KTH student Filippo Di Fiore has gained first-hand experience of cutting-edge autonomous racing...

Poster for Nordic AI Cup (17-20 Sept 2026). Open to Bachelors, Masters, and PhD students. Includes a QR code and logos for Ambolt AI and WASP. Text encourages building AI, competing, and networking.

The Nordic AI Cup

28/08/2026

The Nordic AI Cup aims to inspire the next generation of AI talent by giving students...

A woman with curly blonde hair, glasses, and a sleeveless grey top is standing in front of red curtains, looking at the camera and smiling slightly.

Gia Destouni elected Fellow of the International Academy of Artificial Intelligence Sciences

27/08/2026

Georgia (Gia) Destouni, Professor of Hydrology and Water Resources at Stockholm University and Guest Professor...

Four people stand on stage holding certificates in front of a screen displaying IFAC Foundation Kwon Award. The background includes event logos and blue lighting. All are dressed in business attire and smiling at the camera.

Angela Fontan and Karl H. Johansson receive IFAC Foundation Kwon Award

27/08/2026

Digital Futures researchers and faculty members Angela Fontan and Karl H. Johansson (KTH Royal Institute of...