In this introspective interview, Professor and Chair of Computer Science and Engineering at the American University in Cairo, Sherif Gamal Aly discusses the role businesses should play in research on AI, how can students be better prepared for an AI-led job market, and what are the ethical implications that could come up along the way.
Academia, Artificial Intelligence, and the Job Market: Insights from Sherif Gamal Aly
Academia, Artificial Intelligence, and the Job Market: Insights from Sherif Gamal Aly
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