Splash Biography

Rapid advances in machine learning have reshaped the world. In the life sciences, deep learning is being used everywhere from medical imaging to protein folding. We will go over the basics of machine learning and deep learning with a focus on how it can revolutionize medicine and the biological sciences. No experience is required besides passion for science! A laptop or tablet would be great for practical demos, but we will also have devices available.

Amid headlines of designer babies and the movie GATTACA, it can be hard to understand what gene editing is and the capabilities of current technologies. Join us as we explore how gene editing ACTUALLY works and how new technologies such as CRISPR will revolutionize human health and beyond.