Naomi R. Aguiar, PhD
Recent Conversations
Recent Talks
Understanding LLMs and their social impact
This talk will walk attendees through how the algorithms of large language models (LLMs) work by focusing on human infants' language acquisition. Using infant language development as a guide, this talk will also include how design features of LLMs make it possible for us to form relationships with them, and how these relationships can impact individuals and society as a whole.
Invited Talks
Inventing our own relationships
This talk explored the history of the ways in which we invent relationships for ourselves, and how this set the stage for the budding relationship we now have with AI chatbots. This talk also covered the design features and psychological mechanims that drive us to form these relationships, and what benefits and risks they pose.
Want to know more?
First, check out my independent and collaborative research. Then, let's connect!
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Reach out to chat with me about all things related to imagination, AI companions, and relationships in the digital age.
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Research on relationships with AI chatbots:
