Milad Haghani

Join experts Michael Milford, a robotics director at Queensland University of Technology, Milad Haghani, an urban resilience associate professor, and sociolinguist Abdesalam Soudi from the University of Pittsburgh. They dive into the current state and commercial uses of autonomous vehicles, touching on Tesla’s camera-based approach versus LiDAR systems. They discuss the social language of driving, how contextual cues can confuse AI, and consumer reluctance towards driver-assist technologies, revealing the complexities of acceptance and regulation in the evolving landscape of self-driving cars.

Milad Haghani, Associate Professor in Urban Resilience & Mobility at the University of Melbourne, delves into the complexities of crowd behavior. He debunks myths surrounding panicky crowd instincts, revealing instances of compassion during crises. The discussion touches on effective strategies for crowd management, especially during large events like the Hajj and New Year’s Eve celebrations. Milad shares insights on improving evacuation efficiency through simple behavioral modifications and emphasizes the importance of shared identity in preventing disasters.