AI & Biomedical Debate

Summary

In this video, host Jan Mould discusses the complexities and implications of artificial intelligence (AI) in the biomedical field. The dialogue kicks off with the definitions of intelligence and AI, emphasizing the unique abilities of human cognition that AI aims to emulate. Throughout the presentation, there is an exploration of narrow AI systems, such as Siri and Facebook, compared to the ambitious yet perilous pursuit of a general AI that could think and improve beyond human capabilities. The video concludes with guidance for biomedical debate participants on how to prepare and present effectively, highlighting the importance of understanding both sides of the AI debate in healthcare.

Highlights

• AI mimics human intelligence, aiming to tackle the most complex cognitive tasks 🤯.
• Currently, narrow AI excels in specific tasks like playing chess but lacks broader learning capabilities 🏆.
• The pursuit of general AI is both a promising and potentially risky venture for humanity 🚀.
• Biomedical debates require thorough preparation and understanding of both sides of the topic ⚖️.
• Debaters should leverage non-verbal communication and leave a lasting impression with strong conclusions 🎯.

Key Takeaways

• Artificial Intelligence is revered for its potential to replicate human intelligence and decision-making skills 🤖.
• There's a distinction between Narrow AI, which performs specific tasks, and General AI, which aims to emulate the complexity of human thinking 🧠.
• The biomedical debate in 2023-2024 focuses on whether AI in healthcare should be embraced or feared 🤔.
• Preparation and practice are crucial for success in biomedical debates, with emphasis on mastering both affirmative and negative perspectives 🔄.
• Effective debaters utilize non-verbal cues and maintain strong closing statements to persuade judges 👩‍⚖️.

Overview

Imagine a world where machines could think like humans! Jan Mould dives into this fascinating subject of Artificial Intelligence in the biomedical sector. From distinguishing between the distinct abilities of narrow AI and the future potential of general AI, viewers are taken on a journey exploring both the allure and threat AI brings to humanity. Beyond just the processes, it’s about the ultimate challenge AI presents - replicating the mastery of the human brain!

Narrow AI is already a part of our everyday life, handling specific tasks with incredible efficiency. However, the real game-changer would be achieving a 'general AI' that could match or even surpass human intelligence. Jan gives us a peek into the ethical and philosophical dilemmas posed by such advancements, forecasting a future where either prosperity or peril could await us by 2050.

Not just a tech talk, Jan also offers valuable advice on how to excel in biomedical debates, particularly on AI’s role in healthcare. The importance of knowing your argument was laid out clearly - understanding both angles of AI's integration into medicine is crucial for debaters. Jan highlights the significance of practice and the use of non-verbal communication, wrapping it up with exhilarating encouragements for upcoming debates in Houston!

AI & Biomedical Debate Transcription

• 00:00 - 00:30 hello I'm Jan mogg with host of future health professionals today I'm going to be talking about artificial intelligence and biomedical debate I always like to start with definitions and intelligence is defined as the ability to learn or understand or to deal with new or trying situations artificial intelligence is the capability of a machine to imitate intelligent human behavior
• 00:30 - 01:00 and I have a short video clip on AI to share with you I love that the Google ux design certificate was taught by Google employees by the end of the certificate I had four case study what is AI let's start with a question what do you think the most complex object in the universe is try and think of it I guarantee you the answer is in your head literally
• 01:00 - 01:30 that's because it's the human brain using the most complex Network's most powerful systems cannot match it changing that is the ultimate goal of artificial intelligence it is not about building a robot but creating a computer mind that can think like a human but there are many steps along the way so-called simple or narrow AI systems are already everywhere from Apple Siri to Facebook's friend
• 01:30 - 02:00 recommendations it's in our cars our homes even air traffic control a narrow AI has been around for years for doing one specific task better than any human the computer deep blue beat the world's chess champion way back in 1997 but ask it to play drafts and it wouldn't know where to start it couldn't learn a new game for itself it couldn't think as a human so when we come back to the challenge
• 02:00 - 02:30 and some say the danger of creating a human or general AI a computer mind that thinks like a human that learns that improves that it could even become superhuman experts predict 2050 is the year we could see it if it is even possible it's a race worth billions some say it will save Humanity others say it could destroy us either way if and when it happens the
• 02:30 - 03:00 world will be changed forever [Music] so not a straightforward topic as you saw there were at the end of that there are pros and cons to this topic and each time that Hostess selects a biomedical debate we want there to be both affirmative and negative side for
• 03:00 - 03:30 the 23-24 topic should artificial intelligence and Health Care be welcomed or feared I've included and Linked In This PowerPoint three articles there are also additional articles in the guy in the guidelines but this one is pros and cons of artificial intelligence in medicine AI revolution in medicine and then arguing the pros and cons of artificial intelligence in healthcare
• 03:30 - 04:00 so let's talk about what makes a good debater a great debater is prepared they know their topic they know each side equally well that's extremely important in the biomedical debate event because you do not know if you're going to draw affirmative or negative until you walk in the room but I will tell you that a good debater knows and can predict what their opponents are going to say they
• 04:00 - 04:30 know the topic that well your job while you're in there debating is to convince the listeners in this case the judges that you are correct if you've drawn affirmative that affirmative is the absolute correct answer so you're going to have to sharpen your listening skills for what's going on in the debate for what the opponents say and what your team members say practice makes perfect as an old saying
• 04:30 - 05:00 but it's one that surely is important in this event the more you practice the better you're going to be doing an actual presentation of your speeches would be a great way and to have somebody that's knowledgeable on AI and Healthcare would be a great advantage you want to stay confident in order to convince people you're going to need to keep that confidence about yourself you want to take advantage of non-verbal
• 05:00 - 05:30 cues but you also want to be very careful with your own non-verbals you want voice tone posture facial expressions are all going to be extremely important and you want to close strong it's the last thing the judges are going to hear from you and it's extremely important that it is a very positive impact on their thoughts the biomedical debate team is made up three to four members you can look at the guidelines which
• 05:30 - 06:00 will be helpful if you're going to be doing biomedical debates in your classroom the guidelines give you a whole lot of information there's those additional references that will be used for the round one test in this event you take a round one test and the highest teams then go on to the actual debate round number 17 shows you the different parts of the debate and the order affirmative always starts and ends the
• 06:00 - 06:30 debate and if you go on down in the guidelines you'll see the rubrics which is exactly what the judges are going to be using to score you and your speeches I hope you enjoy the opportunity to debate and I'd love to see your team in Houston in 2024. thank you