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Explore the groundbreaking 2024 Nobel Prizes in Physics and Chemistry through this comprehensive lecture series examining the reciprocal influence between artificial intelligence and the natural sciences. Learn about the foundational advances in neural networks that underpin modern machine learning, which earned the Physics prize, and discover the AI-enabled breakthroughs in protein structure prediction and computational protein design recognized by the Chemistry prize. Begin with opening remarks from Karthik Duraisamy, Professor of Aerospace Engineering and Director of the Michigan Institute for Computational Discovery and Engineering, before diving into detailed presentations on each Nobel Prize. Gain insights into the Chemistry prize through Charles Brooks, Professor of Chemistry and Biophysics, who explains the revolutionary developments in protein research. Understand the Physics prize through Veera Sundararaghavan, Professor of Aerospace Engineering, who covers the neural network innovations that transformed machine learning. Participate in a moderated panel discussion titled "AI for Science - Science for AI" featuring distinguished faculty including James Wells (Physics), Indika Rajapakse (Computational Medicine & Bioinformatics and Mathematics), Charles Brooks (Chemistry and Biophysics), and Veera Sundararaghavan (Aerospace Engineering). Engage in cross-disciplinary discussions that illuminate the intersection of artificial intelligence and scientific discovery, making this essential viewing for anyone interested in understanding how AI is reshaping scientific research and how scientific principles are advancing AI capabilities.
