The AI Innovation Space

In this episode, we are joined by an innovative leader in AI and technology, who has made significant strides in various sectors, including government, healthcare, and education. Our guest's current role at Ellumen involves assisting the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) with the development of an advanced chatbot system, pushing the bounda...

In this episode, we explore the far-reaching impact of AI in healthcare and beyond. Our guest, Clark Xu, a Senior Machine Engineer with experience at Epic and UW Madison, shares insights into AI's role in data processing, ethical considerations, and industry trends. Clark expands on his significant projects, including PAGER-CoV for COVID-19 research and machine learning for spinal cord injury...

In this episode, we are joined by Zac Yung-Chun Liu, an accomplished ML Engineer with a geophysics background and diverse portfolio of experiences. Zac takes us on a journey through his remarkable career, starting with his impactful work at Hypergiant, where he contributed to groundbreaking AI-driven satellite and space mission control projects. As the founding member of BrainChain AI, Zac offers...

Himanshu Maurya, a recent Computer Science graduate and Machine Learning Engineer, shares his AI journey. He explores AI-based visual quality control and reflects on his impressive 3rd place finish in a Kaggle competition. Himanshu also highlights his work with automated assessment of breast tumors and introduces the KaIDA Image Data Annotation Tool. Tune in for a glimpse into the evolving world o...

Join us in this episode as we sit down with Jack Ding, a Machine Learning Engineer at Metaverse Mind Lab. Jack shares his expertise on the intersection of machine learning and the metaverse. Discover how headsets and game engines can play a crucial role in the development of machine learning algorithms for this virtual realm. Jack provides a clear explanation of general adversarial networks (GANs)...

In this episode, Machine Learning Scientist Sumeet Singh discusses the transformative potential of AI in education, highlighting its applications for learning, assessment, and feedback. Sumeet delves into his groundbreaking research on Full Page Handwriting Recognition via Image to Sequence Extraction, explaining its advancements and uses. He offers insights into in-context learning models, and th...

In this episode, we delve into the journey of Sushant Hiray, co-founder of DeepAffects, a cloud-based voice intelligence platform acquired by RingCentral. Sushant, now Director of Machine Learning at RingCentral, explores leveraging voice data insights, envisioning a future where language barriers are eliminated, and a personal assistant mimics speech and actions in meetings. Discover the transfor...

In this episode, we explore the power and potential of open-source models in machine learning with Alara Dirik, a Machine Learning Engineer at Hugging Face. We discuss the democratization of cutting-edge techniques, the collaborative nature of the open-source community, and the development of robust models. Alara provides valuable advice for aspiring contributors, sharing resources and best practi...

Join us on this episode as we explore the exciting work of Machine Learning engineer, Ali Shibli. We begin by discussing his research on 4G/5G Cellular Network Traffic prediction from satellite imagery and weather data. We then explore his work on recommender systems with Netflix and Spotify data, which has revolutionized how we find new music and shows. From chatbots to transforming the way we in...

Machine learning expert Jesús Prada Alonso comes from a family of computer scientists and fell in love with machine learning at the Universidad Autónoma, prompting him to pursue a PhD in Machine Learning. His early research focused on applying machine learning and creating metrics on energy production prediction and fraud detection to help reduce fraud and optimize prices at Spanish airline Iberia...

Michael Sherman, an expert in software engineering, machine learning, AI, applied research, and data science, shares his expert insights on AI strategy, ethics, and fairness, with healthcare-related examples. Drawing on his experience as a Peace Corps volunteer, Michael discusses how this experience helped him develop skills needed to deliver AI systems to meet end-users needs. Michael discusses e...

In this episode, our AI experts sit down with Etsy software engineers, Kyle Gallatin and Narayan Gupta, who share key insights into the fundamental practices for machine learning development and MIPS (Machine learning Infrastructure Platforming Systems). They also discuss real time machine learning models, including multistage processes for search ads and recommendations and computer vision i...

In this episode, our AI experts interview Addison Klinke, a machine learning engineer, about his experiences with data collection and object detection, including his work on detecting license plates on cars. Addison discusses the challenges he has faced in the AI and machine learning field, including issues with version control systems for data science.

Our AI Experts welcome guest speaker Jonathan Reichental, the founder of Human Future and author of the newly published book, Data Governance for Dummies. He discusses his expertise on the ever-evolving realm of data and its governance that influences the world we live in. Jonathan also dives into the topic of smart cities as it applies technology to provide operational efficiency that benefits th...

How can machine learning help solve geophysical challenges? Our Ellumen AI experts bring in guest speaker Anshuman Pradhan, Data Scientist at C3 AI. Anshuman goes into detail about the ways machine learning can be utilized to estimate the properties within the earth using seismic data. He also discusses innovative solutions for ground water estimation, decarbonization, and earthquake prediction.

Ellumen’s AI experts sit down with Glenn Fung, VP of Data Science & Machine Learning at Solaria Labs. They dive into Glenn’s background and career, discussing how computer vision and natural language applications have transformed the insurance industry. Our experts also dissect how past contributions to the field of AI and machine learning have optimized the healthcare industry.

In this episode, our AI Experts have an in-house discussion with our very own Creative Technologist, Alex Fiel! They discuss a range of topics from the use of biometrics in patient care to how innovations in gaming and virtual spaces can be implemented into healthcare environments. Our experts find that these two emerging tech capabilities go hand-in-hand to create a faster, more innovative patien...

In this episode, Ellumen's AI experts sit down with Glen Ferguson, Ph. D., Director of AI and Machine Learning for Huckleberry Labs. They discuss Glen's wide-ranging career in data science and how AI/ML can contribute to deeper and healthier sleep. Glen also shares his thoughts on the benefits of using AI-driven tech in healthcare. 

The key to healthier, happier puppies may lie in machine learning! Ellumen's AI experts chat with Keenan Venuti, Machine Learning Engineer at BARK, to discuss how model training and innovations in machine learning are transforming online retail and the pet care industry. Keenan also shares his passion for robotics and some advice for aspiring engineers.

Ellumen's AI experts kick off the new year with a dive into Iyanu's experience in creating AI algorithms for better healthcare. The experts share their insight on hot topics within the industry, including the DoD's first Chief Digital and Artificial Intelligence Officer and emerging tech that makes public events safer.

How does Todd's background in patented imaging technology apply to AI? Why do companies like Meta and Zillow rely on AI/ML algorithms for their business? As an exciting year in AI innovation comes to a close, our hosts Iyanuoluwa Odebode, Ph. D and Todd McCollough dive into Ellumen's AI-focused patents and offer insight into the biggest AI/ML news stories of 2021.

Part 2 of this engaging conversation is finally here! Ellumen’s AI experts, Iyanu Odebode, Ph. D. and Todd McCollough, sit down with Dr. Vandana Janeja, Professor and Chair of the Information Systems department at the University of Maryland, Baltimore County. They discuss AI’s role in healthcare, specifically during the COVID-19 crisis, and the future of AI research and education. Dr. Janeja gives...

In part 1 of this conversation, Ellumen’s AI experts, Iyanu Odebode, Ph. D. and Todd McCollough, sit down with Dr. Vandana Janeja, Professor and Chair of the Information Systems department at the University of Maryland, Baltimore County. Dr. Janeja heads the MData Lab at UMC and shares her insights on how AI research is placing ethics, equity and human input front and center. Our experts go in dep...

In a brand-new episode of The AI Innovation Space, Ellumen’s experts chat with Ahura AI CEO and Founder, Bryan Talebi, on how novel applications of AI are revolutionizing the education space for generations to come. Listen to learn more about how Ahura AI disrupts the traditional classroom model and creatively applies AI for personalized methods of learning and building education systems.

Ellumen’s AI experts, Iyanuoluwa Odebode, Ph. D and Todd McCollough, discuss the math behind AI and machine learning with Senior Machine Learning Engineer, Anton Alexander of Blueridge. Ai. This episode sees our experts examine the breadth of AI applications across industries and how a love for high school math can lead to a successful career in one of the most important emerging tech fields.