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Frontiers Of Science 2022

The AI Revolution: Using artificial
intelligence for socially responsible science

Using AI in Mobile Phone Applications to Identify Plant Disease, Track Insect Infestations, and Improve Food Security

January 15, 2022

Presented by David Hughes
Dorothy Foehr Huck and J. Lloyd Huck Chair in Global Food Security at Penn State

David Hughes.

Plant diseases and pests are massive issues worldwide, especially in developing countries. In this talk, Hughes will discuss his research with PlantVillage, a group that uses the power of technologies such as drones, smart phones, and AI to identify plant diseases and help smallholder farms make informed decisions about their crops.

Using AI to Identify Plant Disease, Track Insect Infestations, and Improve Food Security