IUGS Commission on Geoethics: Task Group on AI in Geosciences
- iapgeoethics
- Nov 21, 2024
- 1 min read
The IUGS Commission on Geoethics (IUGS-CG) has established a new Task Group to address issues related to the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in geosciences. Its primary objective is to draft a White Paper offering insights and suggestions for the geoscience community.
This new Task Group is formed by four members (picture above, from the left): Paul Cleverley (Chair, United Kingdom), Mrinalini Kochupillai (Germany/India), Mark Lindsay (Australia), Emma Ruttkamp-Bloem (South Africa). Giuseppe Di Capua is the contact person of the IUGS-CG Governing Board.
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Interesting update on the IUGS Commission on Geoethics task group on AI in geosciences. The application of AI in earth sciences demands rigorous ethical scrutiny to ensure responsible use of data. For professionals in this field, an artificial intelligence (AI) course & workshop for managers in Munich, Germany offers practical guidance on integrating geoethical principles into AI projects.
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