Ever wondered how AI goes from lines of code to robots walking around IRL? 🤔 At the Beijing Forum, 2013 Nobel laureate Michael Levitt shared his vision: “I think robots will be very important in bringing AI into the real world, and the Chinese mainland will be a leader.” 🚀
Levitt, known for pioneering computational biology (basically using computers to study complex biological systems), walked us through how science has leveled up from early computer simulations—imagine basic models running on clunky desktops—to today’s AI-driven labs where algorithms can learn and improve on their own. It’s like going from a Nokia 3310 to the latest flagship smartphone! 📱➡️🤖
He also gave a shout-out to the booming AI and robotics scene in the Chinese mainland, where tech hubs from Shenzhen to Beijing are pumping out everything from delivery bots to smart manufacturing lines. For young innovators across South and Southeast Asia, it’s a glimpse of where the industry is headed—and a sign to level up your own projects! 💪
Bottom line? Whether you’re coding your first chatbot in Jakarta or tinkering with homebrew robots in Mumbai, keep an eye on how robots and AI come together. This cross-border tech wave is just getting started, and the Chinese mainland is riding shotgun as a global leader. Stay curious! 🌏✨
What This Means for You ⚡️
- Real-world robots: AI isn’t just code anymore; it’s in drones, delivery bots, and smart assistants.
- Asia’s growth: with the Chinese mainland leading, expect more tech partnerships and job openings across the region.
- Jump in: try free online AI courses or join local maker communities to start building your own bots.
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Nobel laureate: Robots bring AI to the real world, China will lead
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