Second Opinion: AI & the Cure for Covid-19

The video discusses IBM's role in accelerating vaccine development using their supercomputer at Oak Ridge National Laboratory. The supercomputer, combining AI and mathematical modeling, narrows down potential compounds for lab testing, significantly reducing time and cost. IBM's technology has been used in past flu outbreaks and is applied in various fields, including cancer research and material science. The partnership with the Department of Energy and the University of Tennessee highlights collaborative efforts in scientific research.

How does IBM's partnership with the Department of Energy influence the research at Oak Ridge?

What challenges are faced in compressing the vaccine development timeline?

What other medical applications is IBM exploring with its technology?