UKC 2026 Plenary Speakers
The UKC Plenary Sessions bring together globally recognized leaders in science, technology, and innovation. Over the years, the plenary stage has hosted Nobel laureates, renowned researchers, and industry pioneers who continue to shape the future of discovery and innovation.
Founder and NVIDIA Fellow
NVIDIA
Renowned computer engineer and entrepreneur Chris A. Malachowsky, co-founder of NVIDIA and a distinguished engineer, has played a pivotal role in shaping modern computing through the development of GPU architectures and accelerated computing technologies. His work has been instrumental in advancing high-performance computing, artificial intelligence, and graphics processing across industries ranging from scientific research to autonomous systems. As a leader in both industry innovation and technology strategy, Malachowsky continues to influence the future of AI-driven computing and scalable system design.
Past President, American Statistical Association
Professor, University of Florida
Renowned biostatistician Ji-Hyun Lee, a professor at the University of Florida and Director of Quantitative Sciences at the UF Health Cancer Center, has played a pivotal role in advancing modern biostatistics through the development and application of rigorous statistical methods in cancer research and clinical trials. Her work has been instrumental in integrating quantitative modeling with biomedical and translational science, contributing to improved study design, data interpretation, and evidence-based decision-making across areas such as oncology, population health, and precision medicine. As a leader in both academic research and interdisciplinary collaboration, Lee continues to influence the future of data-driven healthcare and AI-enabled biomedical analytics.
