Last Week in AI AI for Omicron, Self-Farming Farms, AI-designed beer, Cuddly AI
Jan 22, 2022
Discover how AI software almost predicted the tricky Omicron structure and the innovative early warning system created by BioNTech and InstaDeep for COVID-19 variants. Explore the exciting world of self-farming farms and the playful side of AI with students crafting beer recipes using machine learning. Unravel the implications of AI in art attribution, the controversial practices of facial recognition tech, and the emergence of cuddly therapy robots in response to feelings of isolation.
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Self-Farming Farms
- Self-driving tractors, like John Deere's 8R model, are now capable of plowing, avoiding obstacles, and planting crops.
- This advancement addresses labor shortages and promotes precision agriculture for higher yields and lower environmental impact.
Robots vs. Human Waste
- Human waste in fields has caused disease outbreaks, making robots a welcome alternative for some in the agriculture industry.
- Robots offer benefits like improved sanitation and consistent performance, addressing issues like E. coli contamination.
AI in Art Authentication
- AI research now uses high-res 3D scans of paintings to analyze surface topography and attribute artwork to specific artists.
- This technique helps detect forgeries by recognizing an artist's unique style in the painting's texture.