Jad Tarifi, who founded Google's first generative AI team, advises against pursuing a Ph.D. for AI, stating that by the time of completion, AI will have evolved significantly. He suggests focusing on niche areas, such as AI for biology, which remains underdeveloped. Tarifi, who holds a Ph.D. himself, characterizes doctoral studies as arduous and only suitable for those truly passionate about their field. He also expresses concerns about outdated medical education, urging individuals to prioritize real-world experience over lengthy degrees.
"AI itself is going to be gone by the time you finish a Ph.D. Even things like applying AI to robotics will be solved by then. So either get into something niche like AI for biology, which is still in its very early stages, or just don't get into anything at all," Tarifi said.
"I don't think anyone should ever do a Ph.D. unless they are obsessed with the field," Tarifi said, highlighting the dedication required for advanced studies.
"If you are unsure, you should definitely default to 'no,' and focus on just living in the world. You will move much faster. You'll learn a lot more. You'll be more adaptive to how things are changed," Tarifi emphasized.
"In the current medical system, what you learn in medical school is so outdated and based on memorization," he said, pointing out the inefficiencies in traditional education.
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