In the news | Mila
Visualizing the impact of climate change
Mila's multidisciplinary team is working to bridge the gaps at the intersection of climate science and machine learning.
In the news | Microsoft Research Blog
Researchers work to secure Azure Blockchain smart contracts with formal verification
With a vision of fortifying smart contracts in Azure Blockchain, the team found a partner in researchers at Microsoft Research working on advanced techniques for ensuring correctness of software programs.
In the news | Microsoft News
Growing up off the grid paved the way for Microsoft’s chief environmental officer
Lucas Joppa's childhood playground was a forest. No TV. No computers. Now, he's betting our planet's future on technology.
In the news | Wired
Meet the Customizable Processor Speeding Up the Deep Learning Revolution
“For data scientists, having the right tooling is critically important, and with Azure, we give data scientists an option for accelerated AI,” says Ted Way, senior program manager of Azure Machine Learning (opens in new tab). “From a machine-learning perspective, we…
What’s in a name? Using Bias to Fight Bias in Occupational Classification
| Alexey Romanov and Maria De-Arteaga
Bias in AI is a big problem. In particular, AI can compound the effects of existing societal biases: in a recruiting tool, if more men than women are software engineers, AI is likely to use that data to identify job…
Fashion forward: Researchers, designers debut new tech on New York City runway
In his work in visual merchandising, designer Kenroy Tyrell has used LED lights in displays for trade shows and showrooms. But on this particular day, he found himself using the technology in a way he never anticipated—as part of a…
In the news | GeekWire
IPO filing: Microsoft invested $45M in Adaptive Biotechnologies as part of universal blood test deal
In 2017, Microsoft struck a deal with Seattle-based Adaptive Biotechnologies to develop a blood test with the promise of diagnosing dozens of diseases at once, and as part of the agreement, pledged to invest an undisclosed amount in the company. Adaptive filed…
Machine teaching with Dr. Patrice Simard
Episode 78, May 29, 2019- Machine learning is a powerful tool that enables computers to learn by observing the world, recognizing patterns and self-training via experience. Much like humans. But while machines perform well when they can extract knowledge from…
Swimming in creative waters: A young artist, an inventor, and a nurturing sea of family and colleagues
Technical Fellow and Director of Microsoft Research Eric Horvitz was completely floored as he spun around and spied the stunning sculpture that had silently been wheeled in behind him. The evening’s gathering had been arranged to celebrate a special birthday.…