Subvolts take AI and bioscience are key to fighting pandemics, according to Microsoft's top scientist. May 27, 2020 - Developers
- Learn about the intersection of AI research and bioscience applications in public health.
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- Understand how AI can provide critical insights for managing large-scale crises and future preparedness.
Features a direct discussion with a top AI leader from a major tech company about applying AI to a global crisis.
Dr. Eric Horvitz: Chief Scientific Officer, Microsoft
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Microsoft's Chief Scientific Officer, Dr. Eric Horvitz, discusses AI's role in fighting COVID-19 on the Behind The Tech podcast. He shares insights on how artificial intelligence and bioscience offer critical understanding for managing the pandemic and preparing for future health challenges. The episode explores the intersection of AI research and public health.
Microsoft's top AI scientist talks about how computers can help doctors understand diseases like COVID-19. He explains how AI and biology work together to find solutions and get ready for future health emergencies.
This episode offers a look at how AI is applied to real-world crises like pandemics. It's for anyone interested in the practical applications of AI in bioscience and public health, especially those following Microsoft's research. While recorded in 2020, the principles of using AI for insights and preparedness remain relevant to current AI development across frontier labs.
- HostKevin Scott
- GuestEric HorvitzChief Scientific Officer, Microsoft
- Guest: Dr. Eric Horvitz
- Title: Dr. Eric Horvitz: Chief Scientific Officer, Microsoft
- Show: Behind The Tech with Kevin Scott
- Length: 65 minutes
- Topic: AI and bioscience role in fighting Covid-19 and preparing for future challenges
Microsoft's first Chief Scientific Officer, Technical Fellow and world-renowned AI researcher, Dr. Eric Horvitz, gives us an insider's look into how the experts are approaching the fight against Covid-19. Learn how AI and bioscience are playing a critical role in gaining insights into the best way to approach this pandemic and prepare for future challenges.
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- AI and bioscience are providing critical insights into managing the pandemic and preparing for future health challenges.
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