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OpenAI team to focus on democratic processes for artificial intelligence software
+ British Hospital uses AI to detect lung cancer in new research project
Thomas Newton
January 16, 2024
Welcome back.
Today we shed the light on how OpenAI are going to involve democratic processes on AI governance, and also the breakthrough project from a British hospital that hopes to improve lung cancer detection.
So let’s take a look at what’s featured in our latest edition..
Today's Edition
📰 OpenAI team to focus on democratic processes for artificial intelligence software
OpenAI, a leading artificial intelligence lab backed by Microsoft, announced the formation of a new team dedicated to developing democratic processes for AI governance. This initiative, revealed in a recent blog post, aims to address concerns like bias in AI systems. The "Collective Alignment" team emerges from a May 2023 grant program focused on democratic process experiments, marking a significant step in OpenAI's efforts to involve public input in AI development.
Tyna Eloundou, a research engineer and a founding member of this new team, emphasized the importance of public engagement in guiding the development of superintelligent AI models. This initiative reflects OpenAI's commitment to making AI an integral and responsible part of society. The team's efforts are particularly crucial as AI technologies, like OpenAI's ChatGPT, gain widespread public attention for their advanced capabilities, including generating highly realistic prose.
The team is exploring partnerships to enhance the democratic process in AI governance. One potential collaboration is with Worldcoin, a cryptocurrency project led by OpenAI CEO Sam Altman. This project could help differentiate human participants from AI bots in voting processes, according to Teddy Lee, a product manager and team member. However, concrete plans to integrate Worldcoin have not yet been established.
Amidst growing concerns about AI-generated misinformation and biases, especially in the context of the upcoming 2024 U.S. elections, OpenAI's initiative is timely. Critics have pointed out the inherent biases in AI systems like ChatGPT, which can lead to racist or sexist outputs. Addressing these issues is a critical challenge for AI developers.
OpenAI is actively expanding the "Collective Alignment" team, seeking a research engineer and scientist. This team will collaborate with OpenAI's "Human Data" team, responsible for collecting human feedback on AI models, and other research groups. This collaborative effort underscores OpenAI's commitment to responsible and inclusive AI development.
📰 British Hospital uses AI to detect lung cancer in new research project
Ipswich Hospital in the east of England, has embarked on an innovative research study, LungIMPACT, which integrates artificial intelligence (AI) software with traditional methods for analyzing chest X-rays. This study, spearheaded by consultant radiologist Dr. James Hathorn, aims to accelerate diagnostic times by combining clinician expertise with advanced AI algorithms. Dr. Hathorn emphasizes the significance of the study, noting the scarcity of extensive clinical research in AI and its potential impact on healthcare.
The AI software being tested is designed to identify abnormalities in chest X-rays, assisting radiologists in prioritizing cases for review. Dr. Hathorn expressed optimism that this technology will expedite diagnoses, ensuring swift treatment for patients in need. Despite the incorporation of AI, final diagnostic decisions will continue to rest with human clinicians, maintaining a balance between technological innovation and professional judgment.
Ipswich Hospital is one of several national sites participating in this study, which is managed by Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust. The research involves all GP-referred chest X-rays at Ipswich Hospital and is expected to review approximately 9,000 X-rays by the end of July 2024. This extensive scope under
lines the study's ambition to provide a comprehensive evaluation of AI's effectiveness in a clinical setting.
Frances Farnworth, assistant director of research and development at East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust, highlighted the importance of real-world research in routine clinical environments. She stressed that such studies, conducted within the regulatory framework of the NHS, are crucial for validating the safety and efficacy of AI applications in healthcare. This research represents a significant step forward in integrating AI into medical diagnostics, potentially setting a precedent for future healthcare innovations.
🗣️ AI “Quote of the Day”
"Courage is the shadow that fear casts when light shines upon it."
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🗓️ On This Day In History
The Persian Gulf War, triggered by Iraq's occupation of Kuwait in August 1990, began on this day in 1991 with a U.S.-led air offensive against Iraq that continued until a cease-fire was declared on February 28.
