Can Kernel Machines Be a Viable Alternative to Deep Neural Networks?

Overview

Explore the potential of kernel machines as alternatives to deep neural networks with Prof. Parthe Pandit, who presents research on data-dependent supervised kernels and fast scalable training algorithms for modern large-scale applications.

Syllabus

• Introduction to Kernel Machines and Deep Neural Networks
Overview of machine learning models
History and evolution of kernel methods
Deep neural networks: an overview
• Mathematical Foundations of Kernel Machines
Kernel functions and feature spaces
Common kernel functions (RBF, polynomial, linear)
Properties of kernels
• Deep Dive into Kernel Methods
Support Vector Machines (SVM)
Kernel Ridge Regression
Gaussian Processes
• Comparisons Between Kernel Machines and Neural Networks
Theoretical implications
High-dimensional datasets
Generalization capabilities
• Advanced Kernel Methods
Data-dependent supervised kernels
Multiple kernel learning
Kernel approximation techniques
• Scalable Training Algorithms for Kernel Machines
Large-scale kernel methods
Approximation and compression techniques
Computational complexity and efficiency
• Recent Advances in Kernel Methods
Advances in kernel engineering
Applications in modern AI tasks
Case studies from recent research
• Kernel Methods in Practice
Implementing kernel algorithms in popular libraries (e.g., scikit-learn)
Experimentation with real-world datasets
Performance evaluation and benchmarking
• Hybrid Approaches: Kernel Machines and Neural Networks
Combining features of kernel and neural approaches
Deep kernel learning
Transfer of concepts between paradigms
• Case Studies and Applications
Image classification and processing
Natural language processing
Other domains (e.g., bioinformatics, finance)
• Future Directions in Kernel Methods
Emerging research trends
Challenges and opportunities
The future role of kernel machines in AI
• Conclusion
Summary of key concepts
Discussion on the viability of kernel machines as alternatives to neural networks
• Final Project
Design and implement a kernel-based solution for a specific problem
Presentation and discussion of results

Subjects

Computer Science