In Conversation with Dr. Stefan Leichenauer of SandboxAQ

New Pulse of AI Podcast! Season 7, Episode 157

Summary

In this conversation, Pulse of AI Podcast Host Jason Stoughton and guest Dr. Stefan Leichenauer, VP of Engineering and Lead AI Scientist for SandboxAQ, discuss the evolution of AI, the differences between LQMs and LLMhis s, and the impact of quantum technology on AI applications. They explore the challenges of commercializing AI products, the diverse focus areas of Sandbox AQ, and the importance of real-world impact. Stefan shares insights on the types of individuals he is trying to recruit, company culture, and offers advice for aspiring innovators in the field of AI and technology.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Personal Background

00:00 The Evolution of AI and SandboxAQ

00:49 Understanding LQMs vs LLMs0

3:38 Applications of AI in Science

06:30 The Role of Quantum Technology

09:39 Commercializing Scientific Innovations

12:33 Future Directions and Challenges

20:04 Exploring Sandbox AQ's Diverse Innovations

22:51 The Role of AI in Healthcare and Drug Discovery

25:20 The Entrepreneurial Spirit at Sandbox AQ

25:42 Releasing the SAIR Dataset for Drug Discovery

29:01 The Future of AI Beyond Language Models

33:16 The Evolution of Agentic AI

37:02 Recruiting Talent for Real-World Impact

41:08 Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs in AI

Keywords

AI, LQM, LLM, Sandbox AQ, Quantum Technology, Drug Discovery, Machine Learning, AI Applications, Science, Technology