Artificial Intelligence

Bezos Earth Fund Grants $2M to UC Davis and American Heart Association to Advance AI-Designed Foods

The Bezos Earth Fund has announced a $2 million grant to the University California, Davis, the American Heart Association and other partners to advance “Swap it Smart” as part of its AI for Climate & Nature Grand Challenge. The funding will support research that could help redesign foods, for example optimizing for flavor profile, nutritional properties and lower costs and environmental impact.

Team Develops AI Tool to Measure Real-Time Crop Health from the Field

With a quick leaf scan, the AI-powered Leaf Monitor delivers real-time nutrient insights for crops. By replacing weeks-long lab tests, the new tool, developed by UC Davis engineers, can help farmers boost yields, cut fertilizer waste and manage fields with precision and sustainability.

Yang Zhou Optimizes AI Systems by Building a Better Backend

As a new assistant professor of computer science at UC Davis, Yang Zhou will create healthier software ecosystems that manage communication between GPUs to enhance performance and lower costs in technologies like machine learning and AI.

California and AI

This conference, hosted by Capitol Weekly and the University of California Student and Policy Center, brought together California lawmakers and experts in AI technology and policy to discuss California’s role as a global leader in AI, specifically in creating legislation and regulations that will help the state maintain leadership in the emerging industry and protect Californians.  

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