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Eye On A.I.

By: Craig S. Smith
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  • Eye on A.I. is a biweekly podcast, hosted by longtime New York Times correspondent Craig S. Smith. In each episode, Craig will talk to people making a difference in artificial intelligence. The podcast aims to put incremental advances into a broader context and consider the global implications of the developing technology. AI is about to change your world, so pay attention.
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  • #185 Damon Rasheed & Saurabh Jain: Achieving Up to 90% Accuracy in Predicting Drug Clinical Trial Outcomes with Opyl's Trialkey.ai
    May 6 2024

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    Unlock the secrets of clinical trial predictions with Saurabh Jain and Damon Rasheed from Opyl & TrialKey.ai on this episode of Eye on AI.

    In today’s discussion, delve into how TrialKey's pioneering AI model can predict the success of clinical trials with astonishing accuracy—about 90%. Learn about the innovative use of over 400,000 past trials to enhance the precision and efficiency of new pharmaceutical trials. Saurabh and Damon share how their technology not only predicts outcomes but also optimizes trial design, saving substantial time and resources in the drug development process.

    The episode also covers the sophisticated data processing techniques employed by TrialKey, including natural language processing to extract vital variables from complex datasets, and the strategic use of these insights to improve trial designs. Discover the implications of poorly designed trials and how AI can revolutionize their structure for better success rates.

    Tune in to gain a deeper understanding of how AI and machine learning are transforming the pharmaceutical landscape, making clinical trials more predictive and efficient. Saurabh and Damon’s expertise offers a glimpse into the future of medical research and investment, emphasizing the role of AI in enhancing decision-making and resource allocation in healthcare.

    Remember to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell to keep up with the latest innovations and discussions reshaping the future of artificial intelligence and healthcare.

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    52 mins
  • #184 André van Schaik: Building An Artificial Brain With 100 Billion Neurons
    May 1 2024

    Dive into the cutting-edge realm of neuromorphic computing with André van Schaik, a professor of electrical engineering at the Western Sydney University, and director of the International Centre for Neuromorphic Systems, in Penrith, New South Wales, Australia

    In this episode of Eye on AI, André unveils the capabilities of DeepSouth, an innovative brain-scaled neuromorphic computing system designed to simulate up to 100 billion neurons in real time. Discover how DeepSouth leverages spiking neurons and synapses to process information more efficiently than traditional AI models, and how this technology could transform our understanding of brain computation and unlock new AI architectures.

    The conversation explores the unique hardware setup of DeepSouth, utilizing FPGAs (Field-Programmable Gate Arrays) for a flexible, reconfigurable approach that mimics the asynchronous and spiking communication of biological neurons.

    André discusses the initial testing phase focusing on balanced excitation-inhibition networks, reflecting common neural activities in the human cortex, and outlines the system's potential to facilitate large-scale simulations previously unachievable due to computational constraints.

    André's insights are invaluable for anyone interested in the intersection of neuroscience, artificial intelligence, and computational technology.

    Don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell to stay updated on the latest breakthroughs and discussions in the world of artificial intelligence.

    This episode is sponsored by Oracle. AI is revolutionizing industries, but needs power without breaking the bank. Enter Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI): the one-stop platform for all your AI needs, with 4-8x the bandwidth of other clouds. Train AI models faster and at half the cost. Be ahead like Uber and Cohere.

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    (00:00) Preview and Introduction

    (02:19) André van Schaik's background

    (03:39) What is neuromorphic computing?

    (05:45) Differences between Von Neumann and neuromorphic architectures

    (09:27) How DeepSouth simulates neurons

    (12:20) What are FPGAs?

    (16:42) Current status of DeepSouth

    (19:04) Running neural network architectures on DeepSouth

    (22:33) DeepSouth as an open source, commercial hardware

    (24:40) Potential for cheaper model training

    (28:35) Number of neurons and connections in DeepSouth

    (30:01) Power consumption comparison

    (34:21) Mimicking brain structures in DeepSouth

    (35:42) André van Schaik's background in neuroscience

    (39:12) Goals of understanding brain activity vs solving problems

    (41:44) Interest from AI research community

    (43:03) Summary of DeepSouth's goals

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    46 mins
  • #183 Will Falcon: Lightning Studio, an iOS for AI Developers?
    Apr 29 2024

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    Explore the world of AI development with Will Falcon, creator of PyTorch Lightning and founder of Lightning AI.

    In this episode of Eye on AI, Will takes us through the groundbreaking journey of Lightning Studio, a revolutionary cloud-based platform that's reshaping how AI tools and frameworks are integrated and scaled. From his unique start in the US military to leading AI innovation, Will offers a comprehensive look at the evolution of machine learning technologies that simplify and accelerate the deployment of AI models.

    The discussion delves into the creation of PyTorch Lightning, highlighting its role in democratizing AI development by structuring code and enabling scalability across thousands of machines. Will also outlines the pivotal shift from traditional coding practices to a streamlined, cloud-based environment, making advanced AI tools accessible to a global community of developers.

    Tune in as we uncover the layers of technology that drive AI forward and discuss the future of AI development platforms.

    Will's insights are crucial for anyone interested in the intersection of AI, software engineering, and cloud infrastructure.

    Make sure to hit the like button and subscribe for more insights into the technologies shaping our world.



    This episode is sponsored by Oracle. AI is revolutionizing industries, but needs power without breaking the bank. Enter Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI): the one-stop platform for all your AI needs, with 4-8x the bandwidth of other clouds. Train AI models faster and at half the cost. Be ahead like Uber and Cohere.

    If you want to do more and spend less like Uber, 8x8, and Databricks Mosaic - take a free test drive of OCI at https://oracle.com/eyeonai



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    51 mins

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