Artificial Intelligence: A Guide for Thinking Humans - Interview with Melanie Mitchell
Explore artificial intelligence concepts through an engaging interview with Melanie Mitchell, professor at the Santa Fe Institute, conducted by Regina G. Barber, co-host and scientist in residence for NPR's "Short Wave" podcast. Delve into Mitchell's current research on conceptual abstraction and analogy-making in AI systems. Gain insights from her extensive expertise, reflected in her six books and numerous scholarly papers on artificial intelligence, cognitive science, and complex systems. Learn about her award-winning work, including "Complexity: A Guided Tour" and "Artificial Intelligence: A Guide for Thinking Humans," which was shortlisted for the 2023 Cosmos Prize for Scientific Writing. This 16-minute talk, part of the AAAS Annual Meeting, offers a concise yet informative exploration of cutting-edge AI concepts from a renowned expert in the field.