AI and Machine Learning in Drug Discovery and Development

Overview

Explore the intersection of artificial intelligence and healthcare in this 40-minute World Science Festival talk featuring renowned computer scientist and Coursera co-founder Daphne Koller. Moderated by Brian Greene, delve into the collaborative relationship between AI and biology, discovering how machine learning interprets vast amounts of biological data at scale. Learn about AI's groundbreaking insights into protein folding and RNA sequencing, and discuss the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration in scientific research. Gain perspective on the future of AI in human health contexts and its potential impact on drug discovery and development over the next decade.

Syllabus

- Introduction
- Participant Introduction
- Defining The Collaborative Relationship Between AI And Biology
- How AI Interprets Large Amounts Of Biological Data At Scale
- How AI Has Provided New Insight Into The Protein Folding Problem
- Progress Made Interpreting RNA Sequencing
- How Can Scientists From Multiple Disciplines Work Together?
- 10 Years From Now, How Do We Use AI Systems In A Human Health Context?
- Credits