The Future of AI Scientist with Hugo Larochelle, Scientific Director, Mila - Quebec Artificial Intelligence Institute
The Future of the AI Scientist
Fireside Chat with Hugo Larochelle, Scientific Director at Mila Quebec Artificial Intelligence Institute
In conversation with Samy Bengio, Sr Director, AI and Machine Learning Research at Apple and Adjunct Professor at EPFL
How is the role of the AI scientist evolving as frontier models accelerate, research cycles compress, and new forms of scientific discovery emerge? Join an intimate and forward looking conversation with Hugo Larochelle, one of the most influential figures in deep learning research and Scientific Director at Mila Quebec Artificial Intelligence Institute.
In this fireside chat with Samy Bengio, Sr Director, AI and Machine Learning Research at Apple and Adjunct Professor at EPFL, we explore the changing landscape of AI research and the skills, methods, and mindsets that will shape the next generation of breakthroughs. Hugo will share his view on how AI scientists will collaborate with increasingly capable models, how research institutions and startups can adapt, and what this means for building high impact teams in a rapidly shifting ecosystem.
Who should attend?
This session is designed for AI scientists, technical founders from Series A and beyond, and innovators driving the next wave of applied AI. Expect a candid, intellectually rich conversation that goes beyond the hype to look at what scientific inquiry becomes in an era of accelerated intelligence.
This event is organized by Mila, Quebec Government Office in Los Angeles and Montreal International.
Attendance is subject to approval.
Agenda
5.30 p.m. Arrival and networking
6.25 p.m. Welcome remarks
6.30 p.m. Fireside chat with Hugo Larochelle and Samy Bengio
7.00 p.m. Audience Q&A
7.15 p.m. Networking reception - food and drinks will be served
8.30 p.m. Event close