Jeffrey Quesnelle
Cofounder of Nous Research, a research lab advancing open-source and decentralized AI. Expert in large language models and their connection to the human mind.
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Mar 18, 2025 • 2h 6min
#51 – Jeffrey Quesnelle on Nous Research, large language models, and the human mind
In this engaging conversation, Jeffrey Quesnelle, cofounder of Nous Research and an expert on large language models, shares insights into the intersection of AI and human cognition. He discusses the historical evolution of neural networks and how they parallel human reasoning. The dialogue explores the philosophical implications of AI consciousness and the importance of decentralized systems in technology. Quesnelle also emphasizes the balance between computational advancements and human creativity, revealing how meditation and artistic expression relate to AI's development.
Sep 27, 2024 • 1h 13min
DisTrO and the Quest for Community-Trained AI Models
Bowen Peng and Jeffrey Quesnelle from Nous Research discuss their mission to revive open-source AI, emphasizing the DisTrO project, which enables rapid training of AI models over the internet. They explore the challenges faced by independent builders in AI and the critical role of community collaboration. The conversation dives into impressive innovations like the Hermes models, designed for neutral interactions and enhanced with synthetic data. They reflect on the tension between decentralization and centralization in AI protocols and advocate for community-driven solutions.
