
Jesse Hoogland
Co-author of the LessWrong post "Building AI Research Fleets", contributing to the discussion on research automation and AI.
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Jan 18, 2025 • 10min
“Building AI Research Fleets” by bgold, Jesse Hoogland
Jesse Hoogland, co-author of the influential LessWrong post on AI research fleets, dives into the exciting shift from individual AI scientists to collaborative systems. He discusses how research automation requires rethinking workflows, much like past technological revolutions did. Hoogland emphasizes the importance of institutional changes and community actions in embracing AI-augmented science. His insights challenge outdated expectations and propose innovative strategies for creating efficient, specialized research ecosystems.

Nov 27, 2024 • 18min
38.2 - Jesse Hoogland on Singular Learning Theory
Jesse Hoogland, executive director of Timaeus and researcher in singular learning theory (SLT), shares fascinating insights on AI alignment. He dives into the concept of the refined local learning coefficient (LLC) and its role in uncovering new circuits in language models. The conversation also touches on the challenges of interpretability and model complexity. Hoogland emphasizes the importance of outreach efforts in disseminating research and fostering interdisciplinary collaboration to enhance understanding of AI safety.