This chapter highlights the significance of following personal interests in research, advocating for passion-driven work in AI. It accentuates the importance of considering societal implications and promoting future-oriented communication in the field.
In episode 120 of The Gradient Podcast, Daniel Bashir speaks to Sasha Luccioni.
Sasha is the AI and Climate Lead at HuggingFace, where she spearheads research, consulting, and capacity-building to elevate the sustainability of AI systems. A founding member of Climate Change AI (CCAI) and a board member of Women in Machine Learning (WiML), Sasha is passionate about catalyzing impactful change, organizing events and serving as a mentor to under-represented minorities within the AI community.
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