Teens in AI is excited to have been invited to participate in a special fringe event at the AI Action Summit, hosted by Google AI Lab in Paris.
Date: Friday, 7 February 2025
Location: Google AI Lab, 50 rue d’Amsterdam, 75009 Paris, France
Elena Sinel, Founder and CEO of Teens in AI, was joined by three of Teens in AI’s Paris-based alumni for this unique opportunity. Together, they not only gained insights into ground-breaking AI research projects witnessing first-hand how AI is shaping the future for scientific discovery and social impact, but also had the chance to interview Google Research expert, Abdoulaye Diack, deepening their understanding of AI’s real-world applications.
* #AD Teens in AI regularly collaborates with Google DeepMind as a contributor. This opportunity with Google AI Lab is a paid opportunity.
Highlights
As part of the Google Delegation Days at the AI Action Summit, attendees had the chance to:
➡️ Engage with Leading AI Experts: Meet and interact with Abdoulaye Diack, a Research Program Manager at Google Research, who has been instrumental in AI-driven social impact initiatives, including the Open Buildings project that has mapped over 1.8 billion buildings across the Global South.
➡️ Experience Live Demos: Explore pioneering AI projects, including:
- Project Astra: A cutting-edge AI assistant powered by Gemini models, designed to integrate seamlessly into our daily lives.
- Open Buildings (Google Research Africa): A large-scale AI-powered mapping initiative using satellite imagery to aid urban planning, population estimation, and disaster response.
- Massi/Armman Research Project (Google Research India): An AI-driven maternal health project in partnership with IIT Madras and ARMMAN, reducing maternal mortality by predicting and preventing program dropouts.
Why this matters
This event aligns with Teens in AI’s mission to inspire and equip young people with the knowledge and tools to leverage AI for positive change. By engaging with top-tier AI research and experts, participants will gain invaluable insights into how AI is solving real-world challenges around the world.
Google AI Lab and Google Research
Google AI Lab and Google Research are at the forefront of artificial intelligence research and development, working on cutting-edge projects that span healthcare, sustainability, scientific discovery, generative models, computer vision, and AI for social good.
Both entities focus on advancing machine learning, natural language processing, and responsible AI, collaborating with experts worldwide to create innovative solutions that benefit society. Google AI Lab and Google Research have made significant contributions to deep learning, language models, and ethical AI practices. Their collective efforts bring together scientists, engineers, and academics to explore new frontiers in AI, shaping the future of technology.
Abdoulaye Diack: Research Program Manager at Google Research
As a programmer at Google Research, he collaborates with talented researchers and engineers to bridge cuing-edge AI with real-world solutions. Previously, he was part of the Google Brain team, leading an AI residency program.
Abdoulaye brings 20+ years of experience in engineering and management, with expertise across AI/ML, ntech, and data solutions. He’s passionate about leveraging technology to solve meaningful problems and contribute to Africa’s growing tech ecosystem. A core focus of his work has been the Open Buildings project, a pioneering AI initiative that has revolutionized mapping in underrepresented regions by mapping over 1.8 billion buildings across the Global South.
