Intelligent Systems: Building a Collaborative Research Environment

This lecture discusses the rationale behind launching the Center for Intelligence Systems (CIS) at EPFL, focusing on the importance of building intelligent systems rather than just AI or machine learning tools. The deans of various schools explain how CIS aims to bring together different disciplines to create functional systems that solve complex tasks, emphasizing the need for a systemic and interdisciplinary approach. They highlight the role of CIS in fostering collaborations across faculties, promoting innovative research projects, and attracting industry partnerships. The lecture also addresses the potential impact of CIS on teaching, research, and industry engagement, emphasizing the unique position of EPFL as a small institution with significant research capabilities.