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21.11.2024

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Zeynep Akata Selected as One of the 'Top 40 Under 40'

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The Capital Magazine selected our PI Zeynep Akata as one of the Top 40 Under 40. In this interview, she shares insights insights into her groundbreaking work in explainable and robust artificial intelligence. She discusses how her research bridges the gap between complex AI systems and practical applications, particularly in healthcare, emphasizing the need for transparency and reliability in AI decision-making.

«I am looking forward to tackling this challenge and observing the growth of the seeds that I’ll be planting over the years.»


Zeynep Akata

MCML PI

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