Google DeepMind: The Podcast AI for Science with Sir Paul Nurse, Demis Hassabis, Jennifer Doudna, and John Jumper
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Nov 21, 2024 
In this enlightening conversation, Demis Hassabis, CEO of DeepMind and a pioneer of AI, joins Nobel laureates Sir Paul Nurse, Jennifer Doudna, and John Jumper. They discuss transformative AI technologies like AlphaFold and CRISPR, emphasizing AI's role in revolutionizing scientific discovery. The panel addresses the importance of human creativity and interdisciplinary collaboration in research, while reflecting on the societal implications of advanced AI. A $20 million funding initiative to foster these collaborations is also unveiled, highlighting the future of science.
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Surprise Nobel Win
- Demis Hassabis was surprised by his Nobel Prize, initially working at home, unaware of the impending announcement.
- His wife's Skype call from Sweden alerted him, adding to the drama.
Poker Night Celebration
- Demis Hassabis celebrated his Nobel win with a poker night featuring chess champions like Magnus Carlsen.
- He considers this "nerdy" gathering his "idea of heaven."
AlphaFold Impact
- AlphaFold's success is evident in its 28,000+ citations and diverse applications.
- Standout applications include determining the nuclear pore complex structure and designing plastic-eating enzymes.