Johannes Otterbach is VP of Machine Learning Research at Merantix Momentum, an ML consulting studio that helps their clients build AI solutions. Johannes and Lukas talk about Johannes' background in physics and applications of ML to quantum computing, why Merantix is investing in creating a cloud-agnostic tech stack, and the unique challenges of developing and deploying models for different customers. They also discuss some of Johannes' articles on the impact of NLP models and the future of AI regulations. Show notes (transcript and links): http://wandb.me/gd-johannes-otterbach --- ⏳ Timestamps:  0:00 Intro 1:04 Quantum computing and ML applications 9:21 Merantix, Ventures, and ML consulting 19:09 Building a cloud-agnostic tech stack 24:40 The open source tooling ecosystem  30:28 Handing off models to customers 31:42 The impact of NLP models on the real world 35:40 Thoughts on AI and regulation 40:10 Statistical physics and optimization problems 42:50 The challenges of getting high-quality data 44:30 Outro --- Connect with Johannes: 

Johannes Otterbach — Unlocking ML for Traditional Companies

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In this episode of Gradient Dissent, Isomorphic Labs Chief AI Officer Max Jaderberg, and Chief Technology Officer Sergei Yakneen join our host Lukas Biewald to discuss the advancements in biotech and drug discovery being unlocked with machine learning. With backgrounds in advanced AI research at DeepMind, Max and Sergei offer their unique insights into the challenges and successes of applying AI in a complex field like biotechnology. They share their journey at Isomorphic Labs, a company dedicated to revolutionizing drug discovery with AI. In this episode, they discuss the transformative impact of deep learning on the drug development process and Isomorphic Labs' strategy to innovate from molecular design to clinical trials. You’ll come away with valuable insights into the challenges of applying AI in biotech, the role of AI in streamlining the drug discovery pipeline, and peer into the  future of AI-driven solutions in healthcare. Connect with Sergei Yakneen & Max Jaderberg: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maxjaderberg/  https://www.linkedin.com/in/yakneensergei/  https://twitter.com/SergeiIakhnin  https://twitter.com/maxjaderberg  Follow Weights & Biases: https://twitter.com/weights_biases  https://www.linkedin.com/company/wandb  


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Johannes Otterbach — Unlocking ML for Traditional Companies

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