22 November 2024
DESY
Europe/Berlin timezone

Uncertainty Quantification for Neural Networks: Make your model predictions trustworthy

22 Nov 2024, 13:30
1h
Flash Seminar Room (DESY)

Flash Seminar Room

DESY

Lecture

Speaker

Steve Schmerler (HZDR)

Description

In machine learning, the ability to make reliable predictions is paramount. Yet, standard ML models and pipelines provide only point predictions without accounting for model confidence (or the lack thereof). Uncertainty in model outputs, especially when faced with out-of-distribution (OOD) data, is essential when deploying models in production. This talk serves as an introduction to the concepts and techniques for quantifying uncertainty in machine learning models. We will explore the different sources of uncertainty and cover various methods for estimating these uncertainties effectively. By understanding and addressing uncertainty, particularly in the context of OOD data, practitioners can enhance the robustness of their models and foster greater confidence in model predictions.

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