AI FOR GOOD

FOREWORD BY BRAD SMITH VICE CHAIR AND PRESIDENT OF MICROSOFTDiscover how AI leaders and researchers are using AI to transform the world for the better In AI for Good Applications in Sustainability Humanitarian Action and Health a team of veteran Microsoft AI researchers delivers an insightful and fascinating discussion of how one of the world s most recognizable software companies is tackling intractable social problems with the power of artificial intelligence AI In the book you ll see real in the field examples of researchers using AI with replicable methods and reusable AI code to inspire your own uses The authors also provide Easy to follow non technical explanations of what AI is and how it worksExamples of the use of AI for scientists working on mitigating climate change showing how AI can better analyze data without human bias remedy pattern recognition deficits and make use of satellite and other data on a scale never seen before so policy makers can make informed decisionsReal applications of AI in humanitarian action whether in speeding disaster relief with more accurate data for first responders or in helping address populations that have experienced adversity with examples of how analytics is being used to promote inclusivityA deep focus on