In a special conversation, Nobel laureate Professor Geoffrey Hinton and Dean Melanie Woodin delve into the academic journeys, inspirations, and advice for undergraduate students. From Hinton's chaotic start at Cambridge to his Nobel Prize-winning work in AI, they explore the importance of intellectual curiosity, embracing failures, and finding one's academic passion.

Key topics:

• Academic Journeys and Exploration: Hinton and Woodin share their diverse paths and the importance of exploring different disciplines.
• Finding Inspiration and Curiosity: The discussion emphasizes the need to follow curiosity, notice oddities, and question everything.
• Overcoming Setbacks and Failures: Advice on reframing failures, seeking support, and maintaining mental well-being.
• The Intersection of Science and Humanities: How understanding the brain changes our view of people and the role of humanities in ethical technology development.
• AI's Impact on Healthcare and Climate Change: Exploring AI's potential in improving healthcare diagnostics, drug design, and its role in combating climate change.
• Advice for Aspiring Academics: Hinton and Woodin offer insights on pursuing a career in academia, choosing PhD advisors, and contributing to science.

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Original source:
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