The Evolution of AI in Biology and Health

The podcast episode explores the evolution of artificial intelligence (AI) in biology and health. It highlights how AI is being used to solve complex problems and build the future. In the late 1990s, AI was primarily focused on expert systems and logical theorem proving. However, the emergence of machine learning and deep learning changed the landscape, allowing for better performance and scalability. The podcast also discusses the importance of data in machine learning and how advancements like the transformer model have revolutionized natural language processing. It emphasizes the need to leverage AI for biology and healthcare, highlighting the potential to make transformative discoveries and save lives.