Google unveils research institute to explore human-AI interaction about those people skills

GOOGLE has announced a new artificial intelligence (AI) institute research that will support work on interaction between people and AI – such as speech, written language, visuals and gestures – and how to make these interactions more effective.

The National AI Research Institute for Human-AI Interaction and Collaboration has been formed in partnership with the US National Science Foundation (NSF).

Google will provide $5 million (R82.5m) in funding to support the institute.

“We will also offer AI expertise, research collaborations, and Cloud

support for Institute researchers and educators as they advance knowledge and progress in the field of AI,” the tech giant said.

The research, tools and techniques from the institute will be developed with humancentred principles in mind: social benefit, inclusive design, safety and robustness, privacy, and high standards of scientific excellence, consistent with the Google AI Principles.

Google said that research projects will engage a diverse set of experts, educate the next generation and promote workforce development, and broaden participation from under-represented groups and institutions across the country.

All research outcomes will be published to advance knowledge and progress in the field.

Studies have shown that humans and AI systems operating together can make smarter decisions than either acting alone.

“In the past few years we’ve seen the increasing use of AI to support people and their decision-making in various sectors,” Google said.

“People and AI systems shape each other, and in order to realise the full potential of AI for social benefit, positive and productive human-AI interaction and collaboration is critical.” | IANS