Child Development Perspective on Intelligence

Join us for an engaging discussion as we step away from our usual ML-driven conversations to explore insights from the field of Child Development concerning human intelligence!

We'll be featuring a captivating lecture by Alison Gopnik, a distinguished professor of psychology and cognitive sciences at the University of California, Berkeley. Renowned for her contributions to child development research, Gopnik has authored several enlightening books for a general audience, including The Scientist in the Crib, The Philosophical Baby, and The Carpenter and the Gardener.

🗣️ Watch the talk: Transmission Versus Truth: What Will It Take to Make an AI as Smart as a 4-Year-Old?

During this event, we'll be hosting a casual round-table discussion centered around the lecture’s themes.

Important: To attend, you’ll need to RSVP and answer a short question about the lecture to ensure a fruitful discussion. 🎟️

Event Schedule:

• 18:30 - 19:00: Arrival & Networking with pizza and drinks 🍕🥤
• 19:00 - 19:30: Introduction
• 19:30 - 21:30: Round Table Discussion on the lecture topics

We can't wait to see you there and dive into this enriching conversation!

Cheers!
– Alexandra, Dibya, Nico & Somayeh