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Many of us are entering the new year with a similar goal — to build community and connect more with others. To kick off season five, Priya Parker shares ideas on how to be the host with the most. An expert on building connection, Priya is the author of “The Art of Gathering: How We Meet and Why It Matters.” Whether it's a book club, wedding, birthday or niche-and-obscurely themed party, Priya and Chris talk about how to create meaningful and fun experiences for all of your guests — including yourself. For the full text transcript, visit go.ted.com/BHTranscripts . For the full text transcript, visit go.ted.com/BHTranscripts Want to help shape TED’s shows going forward? Fill out our survey here ! Learn more about TED Next at ted.com/futureyou Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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*Where big questions meet bold ideas* Agents of Tech is a video podcast exploring the biggest questions of our time—featuring bold thinkers and transformative ideas driving change. Perfect for the curious, the thoughtful and anyone invested in what’s next for our planet. Hosted by Stephen Horn, former BBC producer turned entrepreneur and CEO, Autria Godfrey, Emmy Award-winning journalist and Laila Rizvi, neuroscience and tech researcher, the show features conversations with trailblazers reshaping the scientific frontier.
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*Where big questions meet bold ideas* Agents of Tech is a video podcast exploring the biggest questions of our time—featuring bold thinkers and transformative ideas driving change. Perfect for the curious, the thoughtful and anyone invested in what’s next for our planet. Hosted by Stephen Horn, former BBC producer turned entrepreneur and CEO, Autria Godfrey, Emmy Award-winning journalist and Laila Rizvi, neuroscience and tech researcher, the show features conversations with trailblazers reshaping the scientific frontier.
Is generative AI replacing workers—or helping them thrive? In this episode of Agents of Tech, we explore how AI is transforming the global workforce. Economist Lindsey Raymond (Microsoft Research), co-author of a groundbreaking study with Erik Brynjolfsson and Danielle Li, joins us to unpack how AI tools are boosting productivity, equalizing skills, and reshaping the modern job.We cover:• AI’s impact on job creation and automation (World Economic Forum’s 2025 forecast)• Why AI helps junior workers most—but might demotivate top performers• How “editor over producer” is becoming the new workplace model• Whether AI narrows or widens global inequality• What skills will remain uniquely human• How AI tools can power faster business scaling—and redesign the nature of jobs🎧 Featuring:• Lindsey Raymond, Microsoft Research• Autria Godfrey, Laila Rizvi & Stephen Horn, Agents of Tech hostsSubscribe for more deep dives into AI, tech, and the future of work.🔔 Don’t forget to like, comment, and share.Papers and Reportshttps://academic.oup.com/qje/article/140/2/889/7990658?login=falsehttps://www.weforum.org/publications/the-future-of-jobs-report-2025/?gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQjw4cS-BhDGARIsABg4_J3j8i_TwZLC_yzLxuOzrfHphxgBT02X0IWMRTUUYM27PICz30xiJRsaAvEUEALw_wcB#GenerativeAI #FutureOfWork #ArtificialIntelligence #AIandJobs #AIAutonomy #WorkplaceTransformation #ErikBrynjolfsson #LindseyRaymond #AIProductivity #AgentsOfTech…
Can AI help us survive extreme weather and climate change—or is it part of the problem? In this episode of Agents of Tech, we speak to Professor Auroop Ganguly, Director of AI for Climate and Sustainability at Northeastern University, about how artificial intelligence is being used to predict disasters, improve infrastructure resilience, and shape sustainable climate policy. 🌀 We discuss: • How AI predicts floods, wildfires, and extreme weather • The rising energy cost of AI and the push for green computing • Challenges in low-data regions and climate modelling • Why AI needs governance to support sustainability goals • Using AI to build infrastructure that can withstand climate shocks 🚨 AI is powerful, but not a magic bullet. Tune in for a grounded look at the promises, limits, and risks of AI in the climate fight. 📍 Guest: Professor Auroop Ganguly, Northeastern University 🎙️ Hosts: Autria Godfrey & Laila Rizvi 📺 Produced by WebsEdge 🔗 Subscribe for more on the future of AI, climate tech, and innovation. #ClimateChange #AI #Sustainability #ClimateTech #AuroopGanguly #GreenComputing #DisasterResilience #AgentsOfTech #ExtremeWeather #MachineLearning #AIClimateModels #TVA #FloodPrediction #ClimateAdaptation #NetZero #AIethics #aigovernance CHAPTERS 00:33 – The climate crisis and the AI dilemma 01:30 – Can AI help or harm the planet? 02:45 – Guest intro: Professor Auroop Ganguly 04:10 – How AI supports climate resilience 06:00 – Case study: NASA-funded flood prediction with AI 08:30 – Improving infrastructure with predictive models 10:00 – AI’s limits in reducing emissions 11:45 – Can DeepSeek lead to greener AI? 13:00 – Making climate models more accurate with AI 15:30 – The Global South's data gap problem 17:20 – Using transfer learning in low-data regions 18:40 – Combining AI with physics for better predictions 20:00 – The energy demands of AI explained 22:00 – Why governance matters for sustainable AI 23:30 – AI's role in shaping future climate policy 25:00 – Risks of bias in disaster AI systems 26:30 – Innovation, equity, and evolution over revolution 28:00 – Hosts’ reflections: What we learned https://www.nature.com/articles/s41467-023-35968-5…
We’re entering an era where AI systems don’t just follow prompts—they act independently. But what happens when we hand over too much control? In this episode of Agents of Tech, our hosts Stephen Horn, Autria Godfrey and Laila Rizvi sit down with Margaret Mitchell, Chief Ethics Scientist at Hugging Face and one of the world’s leading voices on AI ethics. Together, they explore what autonomy really means in artificial intelligence—and why we can’t afford to be passive observers. #AIEthics #ResponsibleAI #TechForGood #EthicalAI #HumanInTheLoop #AIRegulation Topics include: 🔹 Why AI autonomy is fundamentally different from traditional automation 🔹 The real risks of removing human oversight 🔹 How trust and anthropomorphism distort our judgment 🔹 What “human in the loop” must mean going forward This is a must-watch conversation for anyone working with AI—or impacted by it (which means all of us). https://huggingface.co/papers/2502.02649 🎧 Listen now on your favorite podcast platform and subscribe for more deep tech insight. 0:00:00 - Intro: Are we giving AI too much control? 0:00:17 - Meet DeepSeek and Monica – the next-gen AI agents 0:00:58 - The ethics of autonomous AI 0:02:13 - Guest intro: Margaret Mitchell on AI autonomy 0:04:12 - Human control vs machine independence 0:06:25 - AI, society, and the illusion of moral reasoning 0:07:49 - Security risks from autonomous coding agents 0:11:27 - The BBC analogy & user-generated chaos 0:13:42 - Deepfakes, consent & harmful content 0:15:45 - Why AI doesn’t think like us 0:17:22 - Sensitive data, agents & social media nightmares 0:19:30 - Ease vs privacy: Why people give up control 0:21:00 - Good uses of agents: Accessibility & productivity 0:22:30 - AI and the future of creative jobs 0:24:20 - Capitalism, AGI & the wealth imbalance 0:26:10 - Margaret's message to governments 0:27:50 - Rights-based regulation vs restriction 0:29:35 - Looking 10 years ahead: Margaret’s fears & hopes 0:31:30 - Final reflections: Are we too late? 0:35:30 - Outro: Like, share & subscribe!…
In this episode of Agents of Tech, hosts Autria Godfrey and Stephen Horn dive deep into one of AI’s most pressing challenges: energy consumption. With the release of DeepSeek and rising concerns over compute power and costs, the race to build efficient AI is heating up.We speak to two pioneering researchers:Dr. Shreyas Sen (Purdue University), who’s developing nervous-system-inspired chips that connect wearables with ultra-low energy use.Dr. Hongyin Luo (MIT CSAIL / BitEnergy AI), whose work on Linear-Complexity Multiplication (L-Mul) may drastically cut compute cost and energy usage.Is the future of AI massive centralized data centers — or decentralized personal clouds and localized compute? And what happens when we run out of training data?👉 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe to support meaningful tech discussions!⏱️ Timestamps / Chapters:00:00 - Introduction: Welcome to Agents of Tech00:20 - Why AI energy usage is an urgent issue01:00 - DeepSeek’s $6M run and the energy debate02:00 - The promise of mixture-of-experts and energy savings02:45 - Interview intro: Dr. Hongyin Luo (BitEnergy AI)03:25 - What is L-Mul and why it matters06:00 - Floating-point vs integer math in AI08:30 - Shifting compute from datacenters to the edge10:00 - Barriers to L-Mul adoption and FPGA innovation12:00 - The case for local family clouds13:30 - Moonshot idea: Stop pretraining to save energy15:00 - Interview intro: Dr. Shreyas Sen (Purdue University)15:45 - Wearable brains and nervous-system-inspired design17:30 - Conductive human body as an AI network19:00 - Brain-to-device communication breakthroughs21:30 - Data layers: cloud, edge, and leaf devices23:00 - Real-world use and commercialization of Wi-R tech24:00 - Future implications and distributed AI potential26:00 - Panel discussion: What does efficient AI really mean?28:30 - The end of training and rise of true intelligence?30:00 - From megawatt datacenters to household AI hubs32:00 - Wrap-up and reflections33:55 - Credits and thanks#ArtificialIntelligence #AI #EnergyEfficiency #GreenAI #EdgeComputing #BrainInspiredTech #WearableTech#NeuralNetworks #BodyPoweredAI #futureofai #SustainableTech #AIChips #AIInnovation #SmartWearables…
What if a virtual version of you could help cure disease? In this episode of Agents of Tech, hosts Autria Godfrey and Stephen Horn explore the fascinating world of digital twins—virtual replicas of real-world entities that are revolutionizing industries, especially healthcare. From their origins in NASA’s Apollo missions to accelerating clinical trials today, digital twins are changing how we predict, prevent, and personalize treatment. Featuring Aaron Smith, founder and machine learning scientist at UnLearn, we discuss how AI-driven digital twin models are transforming clinical trials—cutting costs, speeding up timelines, and reducing the need for placebo groups. Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more deep dives into the future of tech and science. 00:00 - Welcome to Agents of Tech 00:15 - What are Digital Twins? 01:00 - Origins in NASA and Apollo 13 01:30 - From Static to Intelligent Twins 02:30 - AI-powered evolution: Science fiction becomes science fact 03:45 - Applications in Medicine & Clinical Trials 04:30 - Guest intro: Aaron Smith from UnLearn 05:10 - How Digital Twins Accelerate Clinical Trials 07:00 - The AI models behind the magic 08:20 - Why focus on clinical trials, not patient care? 10:15 - Reducing risk and increasing trial power 12:00 - Future of Phase 3 trials 13:30 - The long-term vision for digital twins in medicine 15:00 - Placebo groups and statistical innovation 17:00 - Machine learning in rare diseases 18:20 - Regulatory frameworks: EMA & FDA alignment 21:00 - What makes a disease suitable for digital twin modeling? 22:30 - Pharma partnerships and proprietary data 24:00 - Recap: Why this tech changes everything 25:15 - Outro: Like & subscribe!…
Welcome to Agents of Tech, where we explore the innovations shaping tomorrow. In this episode, we dive into how digital twins are transforming personalized medicine, featuring Terry Poon, CTO of Twin Health. From reversing disease to real-time metabolic modeling, learn how AI, wearables and data-driven empathy are creating a new era of preventative healthcare. 🔗 Subscribe for more conversations with the visionaries behind tomorrow’s tech. 📣 Like, comment, and share to support the show! https://diabetesjournals.org/diabetes/article/73/Supplement_1/851-P/156350/851-P-Whole-Body-Digital-Twin-WBDT-Enabled. #DigitalTwins #HealthcareAI #TwinHealth #PersonalizedMedicine #AgentsOfTech. 00:00 - Intro: What Are Digital Twins in Healthcare? 00:27 - From Sci-Fi to Reality: Digital Twins Today 01:14 - Meet Terry Poon, CTO at Twin Health 01:54 - Understanding Unique Metabolic Responses 02:31 - Why NASA’s Tech is Now Revolutionizing Medicine 03:20 - The Holistic Power of Digital Twins 04:22 - Real-World Use: Predicting Heart Attacks & Optimizing Hospitals 05:00 - Disclaimer: Medical Info vs Professional Advice 05:14 - Terry Poon on What Digital Twins Actually Do 06:36 - Reversing Disease, Not Just Managing It 07:33 - The Data That Powers Twin Health’s Success 08:55 - Tackling the Complexity of Human Metabolism 10:07 - How AI Makes Sense of 10 Billion+ Data Points 11:33 - Data Quality + Quantity = Better Outcomes 12:20 - Combining AI + Human Empathy in Care 13:33 - Could This Approach Go Beyond Metabolic Disease? 14:25 - Can AI Discover What Humans Can’t See? 15:57 - Surprising Patterns: Morning vs Afternoon Exercise 16:33 - What True Personalization Takes to Work 17:32 - The Tight Feedback Loop That Fuels Change 18:33 - Advice for AI Innovators in Healthcare 19:39 - A Future Without One-Size-Fits-All Medicine 20:41 - Empathy: The Underrated Key to Patient Adherence 21:17 - Final Thoughts & Takeaways…
Welcome to Agents of Tech! In this episode, we dive into the future of data storage with the visionary Dr. Stuart Parkin. A pioneer in spintronics and the inventor of racetrack memory, Dr. Parkin’s groundbreaking work has shaped the way we store and process data in the digital age. With AI’s insatiable demand for data, how do we keep up? Dr. Parkin shares insights into the challenges of traditional storage, the revolutionary potential of spintronics, and how racetrack memory could transform AI and computing as we know it. 🔹 How does AI’s growing demand impact data storage? 🔹 What is spintronics, and how does it work? 🔹 Can racetrack memory revolutionize computing? 🔹 How close are we to commercializing this next-gen storage technology? Tune in to find out! If you enjoy the conversation, don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share to help us bring more groundbreaking discussions to you. 00:00 - Introduction to Agents of Tech & AI’s Data Challenge 00:06 - Meet Dr. Stuart Parkin & His Impact on Data Storage 00:28 - How the Spin Valve Revolutionized Storage Technology 01:26 - The Growing Bottleneck: AI’s Increasing Data Needs 03:00 - Spintronics & The Promise of Racetrack Memory 05:29 - Dr. Stuart Parkin’s Journey & Groundbreaking Innovations 07:32 - Overcoming Storage Barriers & The Future of Spintronics 10:06 - The Push for Energy-Efficient Computing & AI 13:31 - Why Racetrack Memory is Critical for AI & Big Data 16:56 - The Investment Needed to Make Racetrack Memory Mainstream 18:56 - Neuromorphic Computing & The Future of AI Hardware 23:39 - Final Thoughts & Closing Remarks…
AI is advancing at a breakneck pace, but how will we store the massive amounts of data it requires? In this episode of Agents of Tech, hosts Autria Godfrey, Stephen Horn, and Laila Rizvi explore the growing demand for AI data storage and the innovations shaping the future. 💡 We break down: - The Stargate Project, a $500 billion AI infrastructure investment - DeepSeek AI, a cost-efficient rival to ChatGPT? - The next frontier of data storage – synthetic DNA - How biology meets computing to create a more sustainable tech future We’re joined by Dr. Jeff Nivala, Co-Director of the Molecular Information Systems Lab (University of Washington & Microsoft), to discuss the groundbreaking potential of DNA-based storage and its role in the future of AI. 🚀 If you enjoy the episode, don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share to stay up to date with cutting-edge tech discussions! 📌 Follow us for more: Bluesky: @agentsoftech.bsky.social TikTok: @Agents_of_Tech Instagram: @agents_of_tech_ X/Twitter: @Agents_of_Tech 🔗 AgentsofTech.ai #AI #DataStorage #DeepSeek #DNAStorage #techpodcast Chapters: 00:00 - Welcome to Agents of Tech 00:11 - The AI data storage crisis 00:42 - The $500B Stargate Project – The U.S. bets big on AI 01:22 - The rise of DeepSeek AI – Can it rival ChatGPT? 02:44 - Mark Zuckerberg’s AI ‘war room’ 03:37 - Meet our guest: Laila from WebsEdge 04:52 - The storage bottleneck – why AI outpaces traditional infrastructure 06:47 - The innovation lag: Can engineers solve AI’s storage problem? 08:33 - Dr. Jeff Nivala joins the discussion 09:46 - How synthetic DNA can store digital data 12:00 - Can DNA replace traditional data centers? 14:33 - The intersection of biology and computing 16:21 - DNA vs. traditional computing: A paradigm shift 18:45 - Scaling DNA-based storage – When will it be practical? 21:00 - The future of AI storage: Data forests instead of data centers? 23:00 - Final thoughts & wrap-up Program Notes: https://openai.com/index/announcing-the-stargate-project/ https://fortune.com/2025/01/27/mark-zuckerberg-meta-llama-assembling-war-rooms-engineers-deepseek-ai-china/…
In this episode of Agents of Tech, we explore the rapidly evolving landscape of artificial intelligence and its intersection with cybersecurity. Our host, Autria Godfrey, is joined by Dr. Siwei Lyu, Director of the University at Buffalo Media Forensics Lab, and Dr. Damon McCoy, Co-Director of the NYU Center for Cybersecurity, to discuss the challenges and opportunities presented by AI. From the dangers of deepfakes and their role in misinformation to the vulnerabilities of critical infrastructures, our guests weigh in on the pressing need for innovative detection tools, ethical AI development, and global cybersecurity collaboration. Dr. Lyu introduces his groundbreaking DeepFake-o-Meter, while Dr. McCoy highlights real-world examples of AI-enhanced cyberattacks and shares insights on safeguarding data in an era of decentralization. If you’re interested in the cutting-edge applications of AI in cybersecurity and the measures being taken to protect against its misuse, this episode is a must-watch. Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share to stay updated on the latest in AI innovation. 🔗 https://www2.deloitte.com/us/en/insights/industry/financial-services/financial-services-industry-predictions/2024/deepfake-banking-fraud-risk-on-the-rise.html 🔗 https://sensity.ai/reports/ #AI #Cybersecurity #Deepfakes #ArtificialIntelligence #Technology #AIForGood #CyberThreats #DataSecurity #AIResearch #TechInnovation #Misinformation #DigitalSafety #AIandEthics #FutureOfAI #DeepfakeDetection #CyberAwareness #TechPodcast #AgentsOfTech #AIInnovation #AIinCybersecurity #MediaForensics #AIForSecurity Chapters: 00:00 - Welcome to Agents of Tech 00:08 - Introduction to AI and Cybersecurity 00:44 - Exploring Deepfakes: A Modern Challenge 01:50 - Guest Introduction: Dr. Siwei Lyu 03:30 - How the DeepFake-o-Meter Detects Manipulated Media 07:00 - Challenges in Deepfake Detection and Bias in AI Models 12:40 - The Growing Threat of AI-Driven Fraud 14:00 - Public Awareness and Education on Deepfakes 16:50 - Ethical Use of AI: Benefits and Risks 19:00 - Guest Introduction: Dr. Damon McCoy 20:40 - AI in Cybersecurity: Vulnerabilities in Critical Infrastructure 23:00 - The Threat of Data Poisoning in AI Systems 27:10 - Real-World Examples of AI-Driven Cyber Attacks 30:00 - Insider Threats and Protecting Sensitive Data 34:10 - Addressing Global Cybersecurity Norms and Collaboration 38:00 - Building a Culture of Cybersecurity Awareness 42:00 - Final Thoughts: Aligning Incentives in Cybersecurity 45:00 - Closing Remarks and Acknowledgments…
Join us on this episode of Agents of Tech as we explore the transformative potential of quantum science with the brilliant Professor Erica Carlson from Purdue University. 🎙️ Discover how quantum mechanics is shaping the future of technology, tackling global challenges like climate change, energy efficiency, and more. With engaging insights into superconductors, quantum materials, and neuromorphic computing, this conversation will leave you in awe of the possibilities the Quantum Age holds. ✨ Don’t miss her inspiring journey, educational initiatives, and her unique approach to making complex quantum concepts accessible to everyone. 🗓️ Special focus on the upcoming United Nations International Year of Quantum Science and Technology 2025, celebrating 100 years of quantum mechanics. 🎧 Subscribe for more insights into the cutting-edge innovations shaping our future! Dr Erica Carlson's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCN6ygeEojVhJqocfAxP2wqw . Richard Feynman Lectures: https://www.feynmanlectures.caltech.edu/. #QuantumScience #QuantumMechanics #Technology #Innovation #FutureTech #Superconductors #QuantumMaterials #NeuromorphicComputing #UN2025 #SciencePodcast #AgentsOfTech Chapters: 00:00 - Welcome to Agents of Tech 00:14 - Exploring the Quantum Age with Professor Erica Carlson 00:45 - UN's International Year of Quantum Science 2025 02:20 - What is Quantum Mechanics? 04:00 - Professor Carlson’s Journey into Quantum Physics 06:50 - Superconductors and Their Quantum Effects 09:30 - The Fascinating World of Liquid Crystals 11:40 - Making Quantum Science Accessible: Podcasts, YouTube, and More 14:05 - Particle-Wave Duality: The Beauty of Quantum Physics 16:30 - Advances in Quantum Materials 18:45 - The Role of Quantum Science in Solving Global Challenges 21:30 - Neuromorphic Computing and the AI Revolution 24:15 - How Quantum Discoveries Shape the Future 27:00 - Why Quantum Technology Matters to Everyone 28:45 - Closing Thoughts: Celebrating the Quantum Age…
In this episode of Agents of Tech, Stephen Horn and Autria Godfrey explore the rapidly evolving world of Artificial Intelligence and ask the pressing questions: Can we trust AI? Is it safe? AI is becoming deeply embedded in every aspect of our lives, from healthcare to transportation, but how do we ensure it aligns with ethical principles and remains trustworthy? Featuring insights from: Dr. Shyam Sundar, Director of the Center for Socially Responsible AI at Penn State, who discusses the role of ethics and trust in AI systems. Dr. Duncan Eddy, Executive Director of the Stanford Center for AI Safety, who shares lessons from aerospace safety and how they apply to AI. Join us as we examine the balance between technological advancement and safety, explore the role of regulation, and dive into the psychology of trust in AI. With perspectives on global AI trends, cultural differences in trust, and what the future holds, this is a must-watch for anyone curious about AI's impact on our society. #ArtificialIntelligence #AISafety #AITrust #EthicalAI #FutureOfAI #MachineLearning #AIFuture #AIInnovation #TechEthics #AgentsOfTech 00:00 - Welcome to Agents of Tech Stephen Horn and Autria Godfrey introduce the episode, broadcasting from London and Washington, D.C., and pose today’s critical question: Can we trust AI? 02:15 - AI in Our Lives: Benefits and Risks A discussion on how AI is rapidly transforming industries like healthcare, finance, education, and transportation. But with this integration come concerns about ethics, bias, and safety. 05:30 - Ethical Implications of AI Exploring the challenges of making AI systems socially accountable and the ethical dilemmas arising from unchecked AI development. 10:00 - Conversation with Dr. Shyam Sundar Dr. Sundar, Director of the Center for Socially Responsible AI at Penn State, explains how AI’s conversational nature impacts trust and how personalization can lead to both engagement and misplaced trust. 15:45 - Cultural Differences in AI Trust A fascinating look at how different cultures approach and trust AI systems, highlighting the global nature of AI challenges. 20:00 - Dr. Duncan Eddy on AI Safety Frameworks Dr. Eddy, Executive Director of the Stanford Center for AI Safety, draws parallels between aerospace safety systems and AI, offering insights into incremental safety improvements and regulation. 25:30 - Can Regulation Keep Up with AI? A discussion on global efforts like the EU AI Safety Act and challenges in regulating both AI development and deployment, especially in high-risk applications. 30:15 - How to Verify AI Outputs Examining methods like adaptive stress testing and formal verification to improve AI reliability and avoid catastrophic errors in fields such as medicine and finance. 35:00 - The Future of AI Safety and Trust Closing thoughts on how AI safety research is racing to keep up with innovation, the importance of fostering a culture of safety, and ensuring trustworthiness as AI becomes ubiquitous. 38:00 - What’s Next on Agents of Tech? A sneak peek at the next episode, where the focus will shift to deepfakes and cybersecurity with experts from NYU and the University of Buffalo. Trust in Artificial Intelligence…
In this episode of Agents of Tech, we dive into the groundbreaking advancements in AI and biotechnology with a focus on AlphaFold 3, the revolutionary AI model developed by Google DeepMind. Before AlphaFold developers Demis Hassabis and John Jumper were awarded the 2024 Nobel Prize in Chemistry for their work, this AI system had already been making waves by predicting 3D protein structures with unprecedented accuracy. Join hosts Stephen Horn and Autria Godfrey as they explore the profound impact AlphaFold is having on science, from understanding the building blocks of life to accelerating drug discovery. We speak with Dr. Luke Yates, Assistant Professor at the University of Sussex, who explains how AlphaFold 3 is changing the landscape of biological research. We also hear from Dr. Kyle Rohde of the University of Central Florida, whose lab is using AI to speed up the development of new antibiotics, particularly for drug-resistant tuberculosis. Recorded prior to the Nobel Prize announcement, this episode offers an insightful look into the future of AI-driven discoveries in biology, medicine, and beyond. Don’t miss out on this fascinating discussion! Subscribe to Agents of Tech for more on the latest breakthroughs in science and technology. #AlphaFold #AIinBiology #NobelPrize2024 #DrugDiscovery #Biotechnology #AgentsOfTech #DeepMind #ScienceBreakthroughs #Antibiotics #ProteinFolding #AIinMedicine #DeepLearning #AlphaFold3 #FutureOfBiotech #AIInnovation #SciencePodcast #AIRevolution #BiomedicalResearch #Genomics #AIForGood #DrugDevelopment #TechForHealth #ArtificialIntelligence #CuttingEdgeTech #NobelPrizeScience #MedicalBreakthroughs #TechInBiology. 00:00 - Welcome to Agents of Tech 00:13 - Hosts Introduction 00:19 - Exploring Life's Building Blocks & Antibiotic Development 00:54 - Upcoming Guests & Topics 01:00 - Interview with Dr. Luke Yates on AlphaFold 3 03:20 - The Significance of Protein Folding 06:12 - Impact of AlphaFold on Disease Research 10:30 - Challenges in Drug Discovery 13:05 - Open-Source Debate on AlphaFold 16:10 - Ethical Concerns of AI in Biology 18:00 - Interview with Dr. Kyle Rohde on TB Drug Discovery 20:30 - How Multidrug-Resistant TB Complicates Treatment 23:40 - AI and Target-Based Screening for New Antibiotics 27:40 - The Future of AI-Driven Drug Discovery 31:00 - Closing Remarks & Next Episode Preview 32:00 - Subscribe to Agents of Tech…
In this episode of Agents of Tech, hosts Stephen Horn and Autria Godfrey explore the intricate relationship between mental health and technology. As social media, gaming, and digital devices become more pervasive, they discuss how these technologies are impacting youth and adults, often leading to addiction and mental health challenges. We hear insights from leading experts: • Dr. Marc Potenza (Yale University) and Dr. Sanya Virani (Indiana University) discuss the intersection of social media, gaming, and gambling addiction. • Dr. Wendi Waits (Talkiatry) explains how digital technology addiction is leading to ADHD-like symptoms in adults. • Darlene King (UT Southwestern) shares how AI chatbots are being used to address mental health needs, and the importance of psychiatrists in their development. • We also discuss the alarming warning from US Surgeon General Vivek Murthy, who highlights the growing youth mental health crisis caused by social media, and what parents and companies can do to help mitigate the risks. Key topics include: Join us as we explore the solutions and challenges at the intersection of mental health and technology. Don’t forget to like and subscribe for more insightful episodes on technology, innovation, and society! Program Notes https://www.pewresearch.org/internet/2024/03/11/how-teens-and-parents-approach-screen-time/ https://www.nytimes.com/2024/06/17/opinion/social-media-health-warning.html https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8170001/ Striatal dopamine synthesis capacity reflects smartphone social activity https://www.today.com/video/how-screens-and-phones-can-impact-a-child-s-mental-health-196047429741 https://www.aap.org/en/patient-care/media-and-children/center-of-excellence-on-social-media-and-youth-mental-health/qa-portal/qa-portal-for-parents/ https://www.psychiatry.org/psychiatrists/practice/mental-health-apps/the-app-evaluation-model https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10242473/…
Hosts Stephen Horn and Autria Godfrey explore the growing energy demands driven by machine learning and AI. As we navigate through the challenges of powering the future, we discuss the rise of data centers, the promise of photovoltaic solar energy, and the potential of nuclear fusion. Join us as we interview leading experts, including Henry Snaith from Oxford University on revolutionary solar cell materials, and Mark Hersam from Northwestern University on neuromorphic computing. We also dive into the world of quantum computing with insights from D-Wave's Murray Thom. Are these technologies the key to a sustainable future? Can we meet the surging energy demands while keeping the planet green? Tune in to find out! 🔔 Don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell to stay updated with the latest in tech innovations! Program Notes: Goldman Sacs AI Energy report: https://www.goldmansachs.com/insights/articles/AI-poised-to-drive-160-increase-in-power-demand. EPRI AI Energy Report: https://www.epri.com/research/products/000000003002028905…
Welcome to Agents of Tech! Join hosts Autria Godfrey and Stephen Horn as they dive into the TechBio revolution. Discover how AI and Machine Learning are transforming drug discovery and healthcare. Hear insights from Jesse Ehrenfeld, President of the American Medical Association, on digital health, data privacy, and the future of AI in medicine. Plus, an exclusive interview with Chris Gibson, CEO of Recursion, on the cutting-edge advances in TechBio.…
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