Streaming Science

In this episode, UF AEC student Amber Kidd got to talk with Dr. Marcelo Wallau, a forage extension specialist and assistant professor in the Agronomy department at the University of Florida. In the interview we talked about his background, work with extension across Florida, as well as suggestions for future students pursuing an agriculture degree. Tune in to learn more about Dr. Wallau and what extension looks like as a forage specialist. 

In this episode of Streaming Science's AI in Action series, UF AEC student, Alice Akers, sits down with Dr. Alina Zare, a Professor in Electrical and Computer Engineering at the University of Florida, to discuss machine learning within artificial intelligence. Tune in to learn more about AI and how it can be utilized not only within research but also some practical everyday uses. 

In this episode of Streaming Science's AI in Action series, UF AEC student, Alice Akers, sits down with Dr. Samantha Wisely, a Professor in Wildlife Ecology and Conservation at the University of Florida, to discuss ​​feral pigs and how this invasive species impacts the state of Florida. Tune in to learn more about feral pigs, the role of artificial intelligence in this realm and more. 

Episode host Caroline Nickerson, a PhD student in the University of Florida's Department of Agricultural Education and Communication, kicks off the Streaming Science “AI in Action” series with three experts who provide an introduction to AI an exciting aspects of the field. Dive into what makes AI at UF unique, explore the partnership that UF has with NVIDIA (one of the world’s leading technology companies), and contemplate why AI should matter to you – the listener.

This episode topics include: AI at UF, the role of AI in research and industry, and how scientists are moving forward to create new and unique solutions to address current global issues.

The featured guests include: 

• Dr. David Reed, Associate Provost for Strategic Initiatives at UF and the Associate Director for Research and Collections at the Florida Museum of Natural History 
• Dr. Jonathan Bentz, Senior Manager, Solutions Architect -- Higher Education/Research, High Performance Computing (HPC) and Deep Learning at NVIDIA and NVIDIA AI Technology Center (NVAITC) lead for US/Canada 
• Dr. Damon Woodard, Associate Professor, Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering; Director, Florida Institute for National Security; and Director, Applied Artificial Intelligence Group

We at the Streaming Science project want to know: How is Artificial Intelligence impacting the Agricultural Industry? In this episode, UF AEC graduate student Savannah Gardner sits down with the Chief Science Officer of Agriculture Intelligence, Dr. Yiannis Ampatzidis. Dr. Ampatsidis is a leading global voice in precision agriculture and the use of computer vision, machine learning, and artificial intelligence. Tune in to learn more about Agriculture Intelligence’s products and the technology behind them, how AI is directly impacting precision agriculture, and extension and research in the Department of Agricultural and Biological Engineering.  

We at the Streaming Science project want to know: How is Artificial Intelligence impacting the Agricultural Industry? In this episode, UF AEC masters graduate Savannah Gardner sits down with Matt Donovan, the CEO of UF Innovate Accelerate @ The Hub company Agriculture Intelligence Inc. Matt provides an overview of Agriculture Intelligence and how AI is directly impacting precision agriculture. Through this podcast, I hope you gain insight into Matt’s work in this industry, the role of AI in research and agriculture, and an overall sense of how scientists are moving forward to create new and unique solutions to address current global issues.

Self-care is an essential part of maintaining both our physical and mental health—all of which are important, especially during the challenging times of COVID-19. In this episode, Dr. Christine Miller, an Associate Professor of Evolutionary Ecology in the Nematology and Entomology Department at the University of Florida (UF), discusses the importance of self-care and shares her advice and lessons learned during a pandemic. In an interview with Whitney Stone, a graduate student at UF, Miller sits down with us to discuss adjusting her strategies to research, teaching, and her personal life during the COVID-19 pandemic. This episode was made in partnership with the UF/IFAS Office of the Dean for Research.

We at the Streaming Science project want to know: how has COVID-19 impacted the scientific enterprise and scientists' lives? In the case of Whitney Stone, she had to uproot and move back home to the Carolinas due to the pandemic. With curveballs thrown every which way, this podcast focuses on how the pandemic has affected graduate students and their research.  This episode was made in partnership with the UF/IFAS Office of the Dean for Research.

(Music: Inspiring Dub Step AI Technology by TimMoor from Pixabay) 

How has COVID-19 impacted the scientific enterprise and scientists’ lives? Well, how have pandemics impacted the lives of animals? COVID-19 has given us plenty to think about, but have you ever thought about how pandemics can affect other species? Dr. Don Behringer, a UF marine ecology and disease pathology professor at the University of Florida delves into his research on crustacean viruses and how they impact lobster and crab populations.  This episode was made in partnership with the UF/IFAS Office of the Dean for Research.

Join Ludie Bond, Wildlife Mitigation Specialist and Public Information Officer for the Florida Forest Service as she discussed the impacts COVID-19 has had on the forestry industry, prescribed burning, and community relations. As a wealth of knowledge, she goes in-depth about the logistics of prescribed burning, misconceptions, and how to help your community be safe. This episode was made in partnership with the UF/IFAS Office of the Dean for Research.

(Music: Inspiring Dub Step AI Technology by TimMoor from Pixabay)