Meta and the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative are leveraging compute power and access to GPUs to attract top researchers. Priscilla Chan emphasized the essential role GPUs play in maximizing researcher capabilities, revealing that CZI has around 1,000 GPUs and plans to expand. While acknowledging the importance of competitive compensation, she indicated that CZI cannot match tech companies financially. The Chan Zuckerberg Initiative has shifted its focus to science, committing to significant investments in this area while still supporting education and local communities.
Priscilla Chan spoke about the appeal of massive GPU clusters for biology researchers, stating that "you're not going to make the most of someone if you don't actually have the GPUs for them to work from."
Chan mentioned that CZI has about 1,000 GPUs in its cluster and aims to keep growing. They pitch, "Come work with us because we're going to have the computing power to support the research that you want to do."
She acknowledged compensation is important but noted, "we cannot compete with tech companies on this," reflecting the challenges faced in attracting talent.
CZI has shifted focus to a "science-first philanthropy," emphasizing that science will receive the majority of their investments moving forward.
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