The goal of this module is to help you be able to name a couple of notable AI examples that are useful, understand the utility of AI in science and help you think about what else AI can be used for.
Check out this video about AlphaFold and how it has accelerated scientific discovery. It highlights a little about how AI works and why the problem of protein folding is such a difficult and scientifically valuable problem. We hope that it conveys the real benefits of AI both individually and societally.
This article by The Conversation explores the application of AI in the design of engaging and interactive public art. It discusses how AI technologies can enhance creativity and collaboration in the creation of public art installations, fostering unique experiences and interactions for audiences.
Even as you are thinking of how AI transforms lives in positive ways, it is important to keep in mind that policymakers, scientists, governments and many others try to keep in mind the risks that come along with the benefits of AI applications. This report by UN-Habitat in collaboration with Mila – Quebec Artificial Intelligence Institute looks at how AI is deployed in cities, the ways in which its use can bring about certain risks, and how to develop strategies to deal with these risks.
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