Bridging Human and Machine through Data Science with Colonel David Beskow

Join us in this episode of Inside West Point: Ideas that Impact, where we welcome Colonel David Beskow, Academy Professor in the Department of Systems Engineering. COL Beskow discusses his extensive experience and insights on bridging the gap between humans and machines using data science, particularly in cyber, intelligence, and special operations.  Learn about his fascinating journey from an infantry leader to the Chief Data Scientist at Army Cyber Command, his current role at West Point, and his cutting-edge research on generative AI, machine learning, and drone warfare. Get an inside look at the importance of becoming a data-centric force and how the U.S. Army leverages these technologies for operational success. Don't miss this insightful conversation on the future of data science in military and defense.   00:00 Introduction to Colonel Dave Beskow 00:12 Beskow's Background and Expertise 01:55 The Importance of Data in the Army 04:55 Challenges in Data Collection and Literacy 10:16 Drone Warfare and Autonomous Systems 16:50 Social Media and Bot Detection 19:48 Generative AI and Future Challenges 22:53 Understanding Synthetic Data 23:28 Generative AI and Historical Context 25:31 AI Hallucinations Explained 26:26 Generative AI in Military Operations 27:41 Operations Research Center at West Point 29:13 Current Projects and Research 33:22 Enriching Cadet Experience 36:54 Personal Insights and Background 41:44 Rapid Fire Questions 43:46 Conclusion and Farewell  Loved this episode? Remember to rate, review, follow, and share this podcast with others.        Learn more:       Website: https://www.westpoint.edu/academics        Interested in Teaching at West Point? Join us: https://bit.ly/TEACHWP     Learn more about the Department of Space Science:  https://www.westpoint.edu/academics/majors-and-minors/space-science-major  Connect with us:           Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Dean.USMA        Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/usmadean          X: https://www.twitter.com/deanusma    Threads: https://www.threads.net/@dean.usma      Youtube: https://bit.ly/INSIDEWP-YOUTUBE  Credits:     Guest: COL Dave Beskow: (https://www.westpoint.edu/research/centers-and-institutes/operations-research-center) Host: Brigadier General Shane Reeves: (http://linkedin.com/in/shane-reeves-7950a31b3)    Recording: West Point Public Affairs-Visual Information    Production: Growth Network Podcasts: (https://growthnetworkpodcasts.com)  Publisher: West Point Press (https://westpointpress.com)           This episode does not imply Federal endorsement.