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CRISPR-Cas9
Invented by Jennifer Duodna and Emmanuelle Charpentier. CRISPR-Cas9 is a revolutionary gene-editing technology that allows precise modification of DNA. Even though its not a traditional computer invention, it has shown implications for biotechnology and has been used for genetic programming and research. -
IBM Quantum Computer
Invented by IBM. IBM launched its quantum computer in 2016, marking a significant step in quantum computing development. Quantum computers have the potential to solve complex problems that are beyond the reach of classical computers. -
OpenAI's GPT-2
Invented by OpenAI. GPT-2 is a language model that uses deep learning to generate human-like text. It gained attention for its ability to generate coherent and contextually relevant text, sparking discussions about AI-generated content. -
CRISPR-Cas12 "Prime Editing"
Invented by David R. Liu and Andrew V. Anzalone. Prime Editing is an advancement in gene-editing technology similar to CRISPR-Cas9 but with greater precision. It allows for the correction or modification of specific DNA sequences with minimal off-target effects. -
NVIDIA Ampere GPUs
Invented by NVIDIA Corporation. NVIDIA's Ampere GPUs, basically the A100, were a breakthrough in graphics processing and AI advancing at a faster rate. They offer high-performance computing capabilities and have been used in various AI applications, including deep learning and data analytics.