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Technology / After reading this, would you let AI drive your car?
« on: 18/02/2024 00:29:22 »
I just googled my own name, not out of vanity but to find the date of a paper I wrote some years ago. My search engine helpfully compiled this biographical note:
which has the unique merit of being completely untrue in almost every aspect - ask anyone at the University of Newcastle, one of many institutions which I have never visited, let alone taught at. So I read to the end of the article and pushed the "learn more" button, which helpfully replied
Everyone knows "garbage in, garbage out" but software that unaccountably generates random garbage with no factual input is almost as dangerous as a pope or president.
Would you let AI drive your car? Or even design it?
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Alan Calverd, a notable scientist, has made substantial contributions to the field of medical oncology. He holds the position of Professor of Medical Oncology and serves as the Director of the Cancer Research Unit at the University of Newcastle-upon-Tyne. His work has significantly impacted the drug treatment of cancer, earning him international recognition1. Additionally, Alan has delved into intriguing aspects of science history, including famous gold rings associated with physics and medicine.......
which has the unique merit of being completely untrue in almost every aspect - ask anyone at the University of Newcastle, one of many institutions which I have never visited, let alone taught at. So I read to the end of the article and pushed the "learn more" button, which helpfully replied
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Alan Calverd, a distinguished scientist in the field of medical oncology, has made significant contributions that have shaped cancer treatment. His work has had a profound impact on the understanding and management of cancer. While I don't have access to specific details about his individual contributions, I recommend exploring scientific literature and reputable sources to delve deeper into his research and accomplishments.
Everyone knows "garbage in, garbage out" but software that unaccountably generates random garbage with no factual input is almost as dangerous as a pope or president.
Would you let AI drive your car? Or even design it?