"Intelligence in the field of artificial intelligence has been the focus of research at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). Since the late 1950s, the school has been conducting research and development in this field and has included one of the experiments Room named after the terms related to artificial intelligence, known as Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence Laboratory (Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence Laboratory, referred to as CSAIL).
This week, MIT announced the launch of MIT Intelligence Quest, a program designed to harness the fruits of its research in the field of artificial intelligence, which the school believes will contribute to the development of artificial intelligence. For two parts: 'core' and 'bridge'.
Anantha Chandrakasan, dean of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, told TechCrunch: "The 'core' part basically speaks of the concept of reverse engineering human intelligence, which will provide new insights into our development of tools and algorithms, and we These tools and algorithms can be applied to different disciplines, and at the same time, these new computer technologies help us to understand the human brain more deeply. In fact, cognitive science, neuroscience and genetic science and computer science are closely linked to each other '
At the same time, the 'Bridge' section aims to provide various disciplines with the use of relevant R & D tools such as artificial intelligence and machine learning, including research projects from MIT and other schools that will give students and developers For convenience.
James DiCarlo, director of MIT Department of Brain and Cognitive Sciences, said: 'Many of the products are very creative and they were developed by a team of scientists and engineers, which is essentially a new model and we also need These people and resources help advance artificial intelligence. '
Charitable donations and partnerships with companies will provide development funding for this project.Although there have been many partnerships in schools in the past, such as the MIT-Watson Artificial Intelligence Laboratory, the project is not targeted Simply controlled by the needs of any single company, ideally, schools will be able to work with multiple companies to achieve their larger goals.
Josh Tenenbaum, professor of cognitive science and computational science, added: "Imagine if we were able to build artificial intelligence, then we could get them to act like humans, start their lives as babies and learn the same things as children. Perhaps the best idea in artificial intelligence is the best idea, but what we need most nowadays is the combination of smart science and engineering to help achieve our goals. '
The following is MIT IQ's official news at MIT:
MIT today announced the creation of MIT Intelligence Quest, a project that explores and realistically applies human intelligence to advance the development of technology tools that have a positive impact on almost every aspect of society.
The project's e-mail was forwarded to all students in the school by L. Rafael Reif, MIT President.
Intelligence research is fast developing in many disciplines, and the Intelligence Quest project, created by the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, will encourage researchers to study how artificial intelligence can solve work-related problems and raise the bar on the basis of what can be done .
These advances may be just fundamental, involving new understandings of human intelligence and new ways to allow machines to learn effectively.Other possibilities for harnessing artificial intelligence are used in many areas of human work such as disease diagnosis , Drug discovery, materials and manufacturing design, automation systems, practical tools for synthetic biology and finance, and more.
Reif President said: 'Today we are starting to answer two important questions: How does AI work in engineering? And how can we use and grasp deeper AI technologies to build smarter machines for the benefit of society? ?
MIT IQ: Core and Bridge
MIT is prepared to lead the MIT IQ project in two parts. One of these, the 'core' section, will drive scientific and engineering research on human and machine intelligence. A key output of this work will be machine learning algorithms, MIT IQ uses computer science insights to seek to improve our understanding of human intelligence.
In the second part, Bridge will focus on applying MIT technology tools to all natural and artificial intelligence related projects and will provide state-of-the-art tools to help research industries and research laboratories around the world.
The Bridge will provide a variety of assis- tance for various MIT faculties, including knowledge training for students, teachers and staff on AI tools for smart science, platforms and infrastructures, Unique intelligence data set, technology and specialized hardware support.With the development and progress of intelligent technology, MIT IQ researchers will also analyze in detail the social and ethical significance of the advanced intelligent analysis and forecasting tools.The Institute has allocated more The group initiated research projects such as studying autonomous systems, media and information quality, labor markets and future job trends, innovation and the digital economy, and the role of artificial intelligence in the legal system.
All MIT activities are designed to strengthen and expand the school culture. MIT IQ will connect with and from the school and expand the intelligence technology developed in the lab. It will also create a shared center space that facilitates group work, Let sharable resources directly support project research.
Anantha Chandrakasan, Dean of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science at MIT Vannevar Bush, said: "Our philosophy at MIT IQ is to anticipate the possibility of changing the world." Chandrakasan, along with Martin Schmidt and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology The collaborators of the other four institutions led the development and establishment of MIT IQ.
Chandrakasan added: "We envisaged that through deep learning to prevent cancer-related deaths and to personalize the symptoms, we also envisioned the simultaneous development, complementarity and mutual assistance of artificial intelligence and human intelligence.We imagine that every scientist and engineer You can use AI-inspired algorithms to open up new avenues of discovery in their domain and researchers at campus want to explore the endless possibilities. '
Engage actively with partners
In order to facilitate MIT IQ's growth and meet its desired outcomes, the Institute will make financial support for research through corporate sponsorships and charitable donations. MIT IQ will announce the upcoming MIT-IBM Watson AI experiment in September 2017 Based on the model established by the Institute of Massachusetts Institute of Technology researchers will work on mutual cooperation and cooperation with the industry, from a wide range of very specific aspects of discussion and research.
Reif Principal said: 'Since we started working with IBM, the lab has gained tremendous traction inside and outside MIT, and it will be an important part of MIT IQ.
John E. Kelly III, senior vice president, Cognitive Solutions and Research, IBM, said: 'To tackle the biggest challenges in the world and to seize the greatest opportunity, we need to rapidly move ahead with AI and our understanding of human intelligence. Decades of collaboration, such as our MIT-IBM Watson AI lab, IBM and MIT, will work together to shape a new agenda for smart research and its applications and we are proud to be the cornerstone of this expansion. "
Massachusetts Institute of Technology will work hard to establish more substantive research projects in MIT IQ with the cooperation of business and philanthropic organizations.
Why choose MIT
MIT has been at the forefront of smart technology research since the 1950s, with pioneering Marvin Minsky and John McCarthy helping establish the field of artificial intelligence.
MIT now has more than 200 key investigators, all of whom are directly involved with smart technology research. The Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence Laboratory at MIT (CSAIL) and the MIT Department of Brain and Cognitive Science ( BCS) conducted a series of projects in collaboration with the McGovern Institute and the Picower Institute for Learning and Memory, and MIT is also the only institute funded by the National Science Foundation's' Brain, Awareness and Machine Research Center '(CBMM) funded by the Institute.
Four years ago, MIT launched the Institute for Data, Systems and Society (IDSS), which is tasked with promoting data science in the context of current social systems. It is expected that IDSS teachers and students will take the initiative In the play a key role.
Faculty members from the Institute will participate in the project, including media labs at the school, Operations Research Center, Sloan School of Management, School of Architecture and Planning, and researchers at the School of Humanities and Social Sciences.
Provost Schmidt said: 'Our pursuit will be equivalent to a journey to be completed by all five Massachusetts Institute of Technology schools, and success will depend on the cooperation of different disciplines for common goals and I am happy to help society to unlock the future of life New thought. '
The heart of the MIT IQ project department is to get researchers interacting with humans and artificial intelligence.
James De Carlo, a professor at the department of neuroscience at the MIT Department of Brain and Cognitive Sciences, Peter De Flores, said: "To revolutionize artificial intelligence, we should continue to study the root causes of intelligence: the brain. By Working with engineers and AI researchers, human intelligence researchers can build models of the brain system of intelligent behavior, and I think it is time because building models on the scale of these brain systems is now achievable. Working in the language of an engineer not only leads to a revolutionary advancement in AI, but it also illuminates entirely new ways to fix, educate and expand our own ideas in this area. '
Andrew agrees with Erie Viterbi, a professor of electrical engineering and computer science at MIT and director of CSAIL Daniela Rus, saying that 'MIT researchers have been pioneering and intelligent in the field since Visionary solutions and I'm happy to see that they are trying to understand human intelligence in depth and design smarter machines that are more powerful.A understanding of human intelligence systems will enable us to understand ourselves and to create machines that will support us Cognitive and manual work. '
David Siegel, a computer science PhD student at MIT in 1991, worked at the Artificial Intelligence Laboratory at MIT and is currently a consultant to MIT Psychology and Machine Research Center 'Understanding human intelligence is one of the biggest scientific challenges,' he said, 'and that will help us understand our own intelligence and at the same time make sense in the area of artificial intelligence.' Siegel, also chairman of Two Sigma Investments and One of the founders.
The research results
From now on, MIT IQ will provide a platform for long-term research in smart technologies to underpin fundamental progress for the future of society, while MIT professors and researchers may develop technologies of near future value , Thus attracting existing and new companies to negotiate more cooperation.
The 'Engine' initiative launched in October 2016 will support some such entrepreneurial activities to support start-up companies that pursue and pursue their goals in smart technology.
Other innovations from MIT can be drawn to businesses around the Kendall Place Institute in downtown Cambridge, Boston, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, near the world's leading network for biotechnology and medical device research and development, and a host of research and deployment machines Intelligent leading technology company.
MIT also recruits innovation centers in the United States and other parts of the world through faculty research programs, institutional and industry partnerships, and alumni's activities and leadership MIT IQ is dedicated to sharing with MIT IQs for MIT Passion for technical research work.
Eric Schmidt, the former executive chairman of Alphabet, helped MIT realize the vision of creating MIT IQ: "Imagine being able to deliver the new machine learning tools to those who can take full advantage of them MIT IQ can be a source of exciting new capabilities. '
Reif President said: 'I was very excited by the news I got today. With MIT's strength, values, culture and history, MIT IQ is committed to making a significant contribution to the development of smart technologies and using it to create a better world. '
'Massachusetts Institute of Technology is making a big bet,' he said. 'Intelligent technology research is crucial to meet the diverse needs of mankind in the future.'