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On Cognitive Maps, LLMs, World Models, and Understanding

Explore cognitive maps, LLMs, world models, and understanding in this insightful talk by Dileep George from Google DeepMind on the future of language models.
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Overview

Explore cognitive maps, LLMs, world models, and understanding in this insightful talk by Dileep George from Google DeepMind on the future of language models.

Syllabus

  • Introduction to Cognitive Maps
  • Definition and historical context
    Role of cognitive maps in AI and human cognition
    Applications in navigation and reasoning
  • Language Models (LLMs)
  • Overview of language models
    Evolution of LLMs: From basic NLP to GPT and beyond
    Key architectures and techniques
  • World Models
  • Concept and significance of world models
    Comparison with cognitive maps
    Use cases in prediction and decision-making
  • Understanding in AI
  • Defining understanding and its challenges
    How LLMs and world models contribute to understanding
    Recent advancements and breakthroughs
  • Dileep George's Insights
  • Contributions to the field from Google DeepMind
    Vision for the future of AI in context of understanding
  • Future Directions
  • Emerging trends in cognitive and AI research
    Integration of cognitive maps, LLMs, and world models
    Ethical and practical considerations
  • Conclusion
  • Summary of key takeaways
    Open questions and areas for further exploration

Subjects

Computer Science