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Mandyam Srinivasan
Visual neuroscientist and Emeritus Professor at the Queensland Brain Institute known for work on insect and bird vision and applying biological navigation strategies to robotics and machine vision.
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Jan 4, 2026
• 51min
Holiday Listening: Birds, bees and intelligent machines
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Mandyam Srinivasan, a visual neuroscientist and Emeritus Professor at the Queensland Brain Institute, shares fascinating insights into bee and bird vision. He reveals how bees elegantly navigate and land using complex vision systems, similar to those in human cognition. The discussion touches on bees' panoramic views and unique landing strategies, alongside the innovative applications of this research in developing drones that fly autonomously without GPS. Srinivasan also delves into the ethics of drone technology, highlighting its potential in various fields like rescue operations and military use.
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