Elif Başer

AI-Ignited

Technology EN ↓ 80 episodes

Welcome to AI-Ignited, where host Elif Başer takes you on a journey through the rapidly evolving world of Artificial Intelligence. AI is no longer just a futuristic concept—it's embedded in every part of our lives, from smart homes to healthcare, business, and entertainment. We'll dive deep into how AI is creating a transformative power across industries. Tune in to understand the impact of AI and how it’s shaping the future of everything from privacy to creativity. Join us as we unravel how this technology is not just changing lives—it’s redefining them.

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Elif Başer

Episodes

Episode 5: AI Ethics Through a Human Lense 23.07.2025 8:57

Today on AI Ignited, host Elif Baser is joined by cognitive psychology researcher and tech ethicist Ozum Erdem to explore one of AI’s thorniest challenges: morality. When a machine makes a life-or-death decision, whose values does it follow—and who gets to decide? From MIT’s Moral Machine experiment to the biases hidden in algorithms, this episode uncovers how our cultural norms, psychological bia...

Episode 4: Smart Building Systems Powered by AI 22.07.2025 5:30

Today on AI Ignited, host Elif Baser talks with architecture enthusiast Beyza Altan about the powerful intersection of AI and building design. They dive into how AI optimizes energy use in smart buildings and predicts maintenance needs — making our built environments more efficient, sustainable, and user-friendly. They explore real-world examples and university-led research, highlighting how artif...

Episode 3: AI as a Diagnosis Partner: Optimizing Early Detection and Disease Diagnosis 18.07.2025 8:28

Today on AI-Ignited, host Elif Baser is joined by Busenaz Gunduz, to explore the fascinating role of AI as a diagnosis partner in healthcare. From breast cancer detection to heart disease and neurological disorders, they dive into how machine learning is transforming disease detection, improving early diagnosis, and ultimately optimizing health outcomes. Learn about cutting-edge tools like Google...

Episode 2: AI's Revolutionizing Advancements in Biomed: From Protein Folding to Drug Discovery 18.07.2025 9:27

In this episode of AI Ignited, host Elif Baser and guest Busenaz Gunduz explore how artificial intelligence is revolutionizing protein folding and drug discovery. Learn how DeepMind’s AlphaFold cracked a 50-year-old problem in biology and how research centers like MIT’s Computational Biology Group, Stanford, and the University of Washington are using AI to accelerate the creation of new medicines....

Episode 1: The Importance Of AI-Augmented Mental Health Diagnostics 17.07.2025 9:31

In this episode of AI Ignited, host Elif Baser and guest Ada Ozturkmen, explore the cutting-edge world of AI-powered mental health diagnostics. As mental health concerns continue to rise, especially in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, AI is stepping in as a game-changer. From detecting depression and anxiety through voice tone and facial expressions to predicting suicidal ideation with up to 85%...