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  • Elijah Nieman sits at a desk facing his laptop screen. A water bottle sits near him, and the wall behind him displays a large 3D art piece imitating layers of moss.
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    Husky’s Research Helps Navy AI Systems Make Better Choices

    Husky Elijah Nieman is seeking the sweet spot between human adaptability and artificial intelligence's tirelessness. The Michigan Technological University researcher is studying AI decision-making behavior to help the U.S. Navy's intelligent onboard systems make better judgment calls in a constantly changing environment. Just as electronic autopilots, digital chart-plotting, smart buoys and other technological innovations changed marine navigation, artificial intelligence is making an impact on vessel safety and efficiency, both in port and at sea. But to harness AI's potential, scientists must first understand how AI systems interact with human decision-making.

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