Summary of Active Learning with Fully Bayesian Neural Networks For Discontinuous and Nonstationary Data, by Maxim Ziatdinov
Active Learning with Fully Bayesian Neural Networks for Discontinuous and Nonstationary Data
by Maxim Ziatdinov
First submitted to arxiv on: 16 May 2024
Categories
- Main: Machine Learning (cs.LG)
- Secondary: Data Analysis, Statistics and Probability (physics.data-an)
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| High | Paper authors | High Difficulty Summary Read the original abstract here |
| Medium | GrooveSquid.com (original content) | Medium Difficulty Summary This paper proposes an alternative approach to traditional Gaussian Process (GP) models for active learning. GPs are probabilistic surrogate models that approximate unknown relationships between control parameters and target properties, but they struggle with systems featuring discontinuities and non-stationarities. Fully Bayesian Neural Networks (FBNNs), which treat all weights probabilistically using advanced Markov Chain Monte Carlo techniques, offer a promising substitute. FBNNs can provide reliable predictive distributions for informed decision-making under uncertainty in active learning settings. Although traditionally expensive for ‘big data’ applications, FBNNs may enhance predictive accuracy and reliability on small datasets relevant to physical sciences. |
| Low | GrooveSquid.com (original content) | Low Difficulty Summary Active learning is a way to discover new things by choosing which experiments or tests to do first. It’s like trying to find the best recipe without tasting each one. This method uses special math models called Gaussian Processes (GPs) to help make good choices. But GPs are not perfect and struggle with certain types of problems, like finding a needle in a haystack. A new kind of model called Fully Bayesian Neural Networks (FBNNs) is being tested as an alternative. These models can give us more accurate predictions and help us make better decisions when we’re not sure what will happen. |
Keywords
» Artificial intelligence » Active learning
