ABE BioComplexity Seminar – Dr. Charlie Messina

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Speaker:
Dr. Charlie Messina
Title:
To breed or not to breed with symbolic and sub-symbolic AI
Bio:
Dr. Carlos Messina is a professor of predictive breeding in the Department of Horticultural Sciences. Dr. Messina works with breeders to improve the nutritional value of Florida produce and to reimagine agriculture as a solution to climate change. He also specializes in developing AI for plant breeding, which he believes will enable society to harmonize crop improvement efforts for regenerative agricultural systems that improve human health, nutrient security and adaptation to climate change.