In this episode, host Stephen Ibaraki interviews Dr. Vassil Dimitrov, Professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at the University of Calgary. Dr. Dimitrov shares his journey, his lifelong passion for mathematics, and groundbreaking perspectives on AI, analog computing, quantum technology, encryption, and brain-inspired hardware.
💡 Topics Covered:
Is the human brain analog, digital, or hybrid?
Why analog computing may outperform digital systems for certain problems
The real future of quantum computing: hype vs. reality
Exascale supercomputers and their comparison to the human brain
Image compression, blockchain algorithms, and AI hardware accelerators
Advice for young researchers and innovators
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