Kevin Murphy

Kevin Murphy, Chief Science Data Officer at NASA, dives into the powerful collaboration between NASA and IBM, utilizing advanced AI to analyze satellite data. They discuss the impact of these foundation models in addressing global challenges, like aiding Kenya's reforestation efforts and tracking harmful algae blooms in the UK. The conversation explores innovative applications of Prithvi, a groundbreaking model, and its use in emergency response, climate forecasting, and understanding Earth’s changes. Exciting insights await about how AI is reshaping our understanding of the universe!

In this engaging discussion, Kevin Murphy, Chief Science Data Officer at NASA, teams up with Philip Thigo, Special Technology Envoy to Kenya's president. They delve into NASA and IBM's groundbreaking AI models that analyze satellite data to identify environmental patterns. Philip reveals Kenya's ambitious goal to plant 15 billion trees to combat deforestation, while Kevin illustrates how NASA's resources aid in vital tasks like detecting aquifers and tracking algae blooms. Their insights highlight the crucial role of AI in climate action and disaster response.

Join Philip Thigo, Kenya's Special Technology Envoy, Kevin Murphy from NASA, and Juan Bernabe Moreno of IBM, as they dive into the integration of AI and satellite data for environmental impact. Thigo shares insights on Kenya's ambitious 15 billion tree campaign and how AI is used for effective flood response. Murphy discusses NASA's open-data policies and the powerful Prithvi model for analyzing Earth observation data. Moreno elaborates on innovative applications predicting weather phenomena and tracking harmful algal blooms, showcasing a future where tech meets climate action.