NSU Launches International Artificial Intelligence Research Collaboration
2024年5月21日 - 2:55AM
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The roots of artificial intelligence (AI) trace back to the
1950s when Alan Turing (1912-1954), a brilliant British
mathematician and computer scientist, explored the potential of
building intelligent machines. He endeavored to formulate methods
for evaluating their intelligence, as detailed in his seminal paper
“Computing Machinery and Intelligence”
(https://phil415.pbworks.com/f/TuringComputing.pdf). Since then,
extensive research and development have deepened our understanding
of AI. With the widespread adoption of chatbots, AI programs
designed for conversational interactions, the world has entered a
new era. AI now showcases its versatility as a powerful tool,
capable of generating various forms of informational content (text,
images, and videos) and analyzing vast amounts of data to extract
trends and valuable insights.
In this context, Northwestern State University (NSU) in
Natchitoches, Louisiana, USA, is dedicated to advancing AI across
diverse fields such as physics, chemistry, mathematics, engineering
technology, veterinary technology, biology, and microbiology.
Through its STEM school (https://www.nsula.edu/stem/) and the
College of Arts and Sciences (https://www.nsula.edu/coas/), NSU is
revising its curriculum to equip students with foundational
programming skills, particularly in Python. This empowers them to
address scientific challenges, excel in machine learning, and
enhance algorithms within AI.
In addition to its educational initiatives, NSU is actively
involved in AI research, fostering partnerships with renowned
institutions such as the National Center for Preservation
Technology and Training (NCPTT) in the USA, the Fédération
Française du Bâtiment (FFB) from Aube, the Cluster Patrimoine Bâti
(CPB) 4.0, and the University of Technology of Troyes (UTT) in
France.
Located in Natchitoches, the NCPTT (www.nps.gov/ncptt) is a
National Park Service research and training facility dedicated to
advancing historic preservation through science and technology.
Since 2018, the NCPTT has partnered with the CPB 4.0
(https://clusterpatrimoinebati.com/?lang=en), a nonprofit
organization that combines diverse and complementary skills to
innovate in the energy and digital transitions of built heritage.
This initiative was started by the FFB from Aube, a leading
organization in France representing construction professionals.
Together, the NCPTT, the FFB, and the CPB 4.0 study how historical
structures respond to various environmental conditions. They
advocate sustainable renovation practices that improve building
performance.
NSU recently partnered with these initiatives to understand how
Louisiana’s unique conditions – characterized by hot, humid weather
and frequent hurricanes – impact historical buildings. By deploying
modern sensors (as depicted in the accompanying photo) to measure
parameters like temperature, humidity, and luminosity, the initial
focus is on mapping NSU campus buildings constructed around 1950.
Using AI, the goal is to identify robust building aspects,
facilitating long-term enhancements in insulation while preserving
historical integrity. This research aims to optimize historical
buildings throughout Louisiana, benefiting disadvantaged
communities.
NSU students will actively participate in this initiative,
gaining hands-on experience in scientific research methods and
enhancing their computational skills. The collaboration includes an
exchange program with the UTT (https://www.utt.fr/study-at-utt), a
leading French institution for engineering and technology education
and research. This program allows NSU students to study in France
and welcomes UTT students to explore AI at NSU. Supported by the
Department of English, Languages, & Cultural Studies
(https://www.nsula.edu/english/), students can learn or strengthen
their English and French language skills while immersing themselves
in Louisiana culture.
This enriching collaboration between institutions marks a
significant stride in advancing knowledge and technologies in AI.
Interested students can learn more about the programs by contacting
Dr. Damien Tristant (tristantd@nsula.edu).
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Leah Jackson (jacksonl@nsula.edu) Director of Public Information
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