Dive into the cutting-edge realm of neuromorphic computing with André van Schaik, a professor of electrical engineering at the Western Sydney University, and director of the International Centre for Neuromorphic Systems, in Penrith, New South Wales, Australia

In this episode of Eye on AI, André unveils the capabilities of DeepSouth, an innovative brain-scaled neuromorphic computing system designed to simulate up to 100 billion neurons in real time. Discover how DeepSouth leverages spiking neurons and synapses to process information more efficiently than traditional AI models, and how this technology could transform our understanding of brain computation and unlock new AI architectures.

The conversation explores the unique hardware setup of DeepSouth, utilizing FPGAs (Field-Programmable Gate Arrays) for a flexible, reconfigurable approach that mimics the asynchronous and spiking communication of biological neurons.

André discusses the initial testing phase focusing on balanced excitation-inhibition networks, reflecting common neural activities in the human cortex, and outlines the system's potential to facilitate large-scale simulations previously unachievable due to computational constraints.

André's insights are invaluable for anyone interested in the intersection of neuroscience, artificial intelligence, and computational technology.

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(00:00) Preview and Introduction

(02:19) André van Schaik's background

(03:39) What is neuromorphic computing?

(05:45) Differences between Von Neumann and neuromorphic architectures

(09:27) How DeepSouth simulates neurons

(12:20) What are FPGAs?

(16:42) Current status of DeepSouth

(19:04) Running neural network architectures on DeepSouth

(22:33) DeepSouth as an open source, commercial hardware

(24:40) Potential for cheaper model training

(28:35) Number of neurons and connections in DeepSouth

(30:01) Power consumption comparison

(34:21) Mimicking brain structures in DeepSouth

(35:42) André van Schaik's background in neuroscience

(39:12) Goals of understanding brain activity vs solving problems

(41:44) Interest from AI research community

(43:03) Summary of DeepSouth's goals

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Explore the world of AI development with Will Falcon, creator of PyTorch Lightning and founder of Lightning AI.

In this episode of Eye on AI, Will takes us through the groundbreaking journey of Lightning Studio, a revolutionary cloud-based platform that's reshaping how AI tools and frameworks are integrated and scaled. From his unique start in the US military to leading AI innovation, Will offers a comprehensive look at the evolution of machine learning technologies that simplify and accelerate the deployment of AI models.

The discussion delves into the creation of PyTorch Lightning, highlighting its role in democratizing AI development by structuring code and enabling scalability across thousands of machines. Will also outlines the pivotal shift from traditional coding practices to a streamlined, cloud-based environment, making advanced AI tools accessible to a global community of developers.

Tune in as we uncover the layers of technology that drive AI forward and discuss the future of AI development platforms.

Will's insights are crucial for anyone interested in the intersection of AI, software engineering, and cloud infrastructure.

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Dive into the world of autonomous driving with Dragomir Anguelov, Vice President, Head of Research at Waymo, in this captivating episode of Eye on AI.

Drago offers a profound exploration into the technical and operational advancements driving the future of autonomous vehicles. With his rich background at Google and now at Waymo, Drago provides an insider’s view on the evolution of machine learning technologies and their pivotal role in developing self-driving cars that are not only intelligent but also safe and reliable.

This conversation spans the inception of large neural networks for image understanding to the intricate deployment of robotaxis in urban environments. Drago details the challenges of scaling these complex systems across different cities and the breakthroughs that have made autonomous driving a tangible reality in places like Phoenix and San Francisco.

Drago’s insights are invaluable for anyone interested in the convergence of AI, robotics, and transportation.

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