Stuart Russell
Professor of Computer Science, UC Berkeley
About
Stuart Russell is a professor of computer science at UC Berkeley and co-author of 'Artificial Intelligence: A Modern Approach,' the most widely used AI textbook in the world. His research spans machine learning, probabilistic reasoning, and AI safety. He has become a leading voice on the existential risks of advanced AI, arguing that we need to fundamentally rethink how we build AI systems to ensure they remain beneficial and under human control.
Key Contributions
- Co-authored 'Artificial Intelligence: A Modern Approach'
- Founded the Center for Human-Compatible AI (CHAI)
- Pioneered work on probabilistic programming
- Leading advocate for AI safety and value alignment
- Authored 'Human Compatible' on building beneficial AI
Videos & Interviews
Stuart Russell: Long-Term Future of Artificial Intelligence
Lex Fridman Podcast #9 - Discussion on AI safety and the future of intelligent systems
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The Long-term Future of (Artificial) Intelligence
Cambridge lecture on existential risks from AI and how to address them
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