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Computers Don't Byte

LIACS
Artificial Intelligence
Turing Model
Privacy
Secure Multi-Party Computation
Alphago
Bayesian Optimization
Large Language Models
Archaeology
Computer Science
Monte Carlo Tree Search
Human Cognition
Speed Skating
Data Science
Pattern Formation
Category Theory
Abstract Interpretation
Formal Verification
General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
Machine Learning
Neural Networks

Computer scientists who are at the forefront of their respected fields attempt to explain what on earth they're doing.

Computers don't byte is a series by the Leiden Institute of Advanced Computer Science (LIACS). Leading computer scientists from a variety of fields share their expertise and insights. Dive into the minds of these researchers and learn about real-world applications, the future of A... more

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Assistant professor Daria Soydaner explores how AI and art collide, revealing why creativity, perception, and machine learning are far more intertwined than they seem. From testing whether large language models can recognize artistic styles to imagin... more

In this episode a surprising crossover between ancient archaeology and modern computer science. Anthropologist‑turned‑computer‑scientist Sebastian Fajardo Bernal reveals how early humans developed complex technologies like birch‑bark glue, and how th... more

In this episode postdoc in Hybrid Intelligence Centre, Tom Kouwenhoven tells all about his research which focusses on how humans and machines learn to communicate. From chatbot misunderstandings to experiments where people and AI invent entirely new ... more

Assistant-porfessor Anna Dawid outlines how quantum technologies are rapidly moving from theoretical science to practical innovation. She explains how the unusual behavior of quantum particles could lead to breakthroughs such as room temperature supe... more

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Daria Soydaner
Assistant Professor at LIACS, works at the intersection of machine learning, art, and perception; teaching AI and Art
Leiden Institute of Advanced Computer Science (LIACS)
Episode: Derya Soydaner: The art of Artificial Intelligence
Sebastian Fajardo Bernal
Anthropologist/Computer scientist bridging archaeology and CS
Leiden Institute of Advanced Computer Science (LIACS)
Episode: Sebastian Fajardo Bernal: Ancient minds, modern machines
Tom Kouwenhoven
PhD student researching human and machine cognition
Leiden Institute of Advanced Computer Science (LIACS)
Episode: Tom Kouwenhoven: Can AI ever truly understand us?
Anna Dawid
Researcher in quantum physics and neural networks
Leiden Institute of Advanced Computer Science (LIACS)
Episode: Anna Dawid: From Tetris to quantum breakthroughs
Mike Preuss
Researcher leading LiACS Game Lab, expert in game AI
Leiden Institute of Advanced Computer Science (LIACS)
Episode: Mike Preuss: Beyond entertainment, the science of games
Eleftheria Makri
Assistant Professor at Liacs
Leiden Institute of Advanced Computer Science (LIACS)
Episode: Eleftheria Makri: Rethinking privacy in a data-driven world
Henning Basold
Assistant professor researching category theory and system correctness
Leiden Institute of Advanced Computer Science
Episode: Henning Basold: from biology to rockets, the science of systems
Rita Pucci
Italian researcher in computer science and biodiversity
LiACS Naturalis collaboration
Episode: Rita Pucci: Reading the stripes, AI meets wildlife
Arno Knobbe
Head of Data Mining and Sports Science at LIACS
Leiden Institute of Advanced Computer Science
Episode: Arno Knobbe: Engineering Gold, the science behind Dutch speed skating

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Michiel van Poelgeest
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Derya Soydaner: The art of Artificial Intelligence
Q: What will it take for LLMs to determine and classify modern artworks more effectively?
They need to become more human-like in their understanding and context, and with task-specific fine-tuning and integration with perception research, their usefulness could increase.
Derya Soydaner: The art of Artificial Intelligence
Q: Is it safe to assume that when you talk about computer vision, the most interesting thing a computer can see is art?
Yes, art provides a rich, complex domain for testing perception and style, which helps push computer vision and ML research beyond standard natural image tasks.
Derya Soydaner: The art of Artificial Intelligence
Q: Tell me how you ended up in Leiden at LIACS.
I studied in Istanbul, did a lengthy postdoc in Leuven, and then moved to Leiden as an assistant professor, where I could continue blending machine learning with art and perception.
Sebastian Fajardo Bernal: Ancient minds, modern machines
Q: What can studying ancient technologies teach us about teaching AI or robots today?
By examining how early humans planned, organized cooperation, and managed materials, we can derive insights into the cognitive resources and interaction patterns necessary for creating autonomous systems, guiding how we design AI that can operate in dynamic physical environments.
Sebastian Fajardo Bernal: Ancient minds, modern machines
Q: What is the Petri Net and why is it useful for archaeology?
A Petri Net is a model to understand causality between events within a system. When applied to archaeology, it helps reveal how different actions lead to technological outcomes, like the invention of glue, even though the historical record is non-linear and incomplete.

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A thinky, tech-forward interview series centered on cutting-edge computer science and its real-world implications. Episodes frequently explore AI and ML, game AI, privacy-preserving computation, formal verification, quantum-inspired approaches, and data-driven applications in biology and sports. Guests are researchers and practitioners who connect deep theory with practical outcomes, from secure computation and cryptography to AI safety, pattern formation in nature, and the use of data to improve athletic performance. A standout thread is the emphasis on interdisciplinary collaboration—bridging experimental results with theory, and translating complex ideas into applicable insights for industry and society.

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