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Can we convince AI to answer harmful requests?

New research from EPFL demonstrates that even the most recent Large Language Models (LLMs), despite undergoing safety training, remain vulnerable to simple input manipulations that can cause them to behave in unintended or harmful ways.

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Can AI influence election outcomes?

Artificial intelligence (AI) may be a weapon of mass disinformation, but a recent report has demonstrated that its impact thus far has been limited.

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IC PhD graduate recognized with the ELLIS PhD Award 2024

EPFL’s Anastasiia Koloskova has won this year’s ELLIS PhD award, which recognizes European dissertations in the area of artificial intelligence and machine learning-related fields.

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AI-Powered Virtual Cell Could Become Biology’s Universal Simulator

More than 40 researchers from across the fields of AI and biology, including from EPFL, have set out their vision for AI-powered Virtual Cells, arguing that these have the potential to revolutionize the scientific process.

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Seeing our reflection in the AI mirror

Attributing human traits to machines is nothing new, but with the rise of generative artificial intelligence, anthropomorphism is taking on a new dimension. This trend raises crucial philosophical and ethical issues, while redefining our relationship with technology. 

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Bird-inspired drone can jump for take-off

EPFL researchers have built a drone that can walk, hop, and jump into flight with the aid of birdlike legs, greatly expanding the range of potential environments accessible to unmanned aerial vehicles.

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Could ChatGPT get an engineering degree?

EPFL research investigating the potential impact on education of AI assistants has found that systems like GPT-4 can answer up to 85% of university assessment questions correctly.

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11 Feb 25
 to 14 Feb 25
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AI for Science Communication: Adapting to Different Stakeholders

8 Jan 25
11:00:00 - 12:00:00
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14 Jan 25
12:30:00 - 15:15:00

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