Costa Colbert
About Costa Colbert
Costa Colbert is a Chief Science Officer and founder with extensive experience in neuroscience and artificial intelligence. He has developed significant technology in neural network simulation and has held academic positions while contributing to AI transformation initiatives.
Work at Vue.ai
Costa Colbert serves as the Chief Science Officer and Founder at Vue.ai, a position he has held since 2016. His role involves leading scientific initiatives and contributing to the development of AI technologies within the organization. As a co-founder, he has played a significant part in shaping the company's vision and direction. Vue.ai focuses on providing AI-driven solutions for the retail industry, enhancing product discovery and personalization for consumers.
Current Role at Mad Street Den
Since 2015, Costa Colbert has also been the Chief Science Officer and Founder at Mad Street Den, located in the San Francisco Bay Area. In this capacity, he oversees scientific research and innovation, focusing on AI applications that enhance customer experiences in various sectors. His leadership contributes to the company's mission of leveraging AI to transform industries through advanced technology.
Education and Expertise
Costa Colbert has an extensive educational background in engineering and neuroscience. He earned a Bachelor of Engineering Science in Biomedical Engineering from The Johns Hopkins University from 1980 to 1984. He continued his studies at the University of Virginia, obtaining an M.D. and Ph.D. in Neuroscience from 1986 to 1993. He further pursued a Postdoctoral Fellowship in Cellular Electrophysiology at Baylor College of Medicine from 1993 to 1997, and he completed a Master of Science in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science at The Johns Hopkins University from 1984 to 1986.
Background in Academia
Costa Colbert has a decade of experience in academia, having worked as an Assistant and Associate Professor in Biology and Biochemical Sciences at the University of Houston from 1997 to 2007. His academic work focused on the intersection of biology and technology, contributing to his expertise in neural networks and artificial intelligence. His research has included studies on the pyramidal neurons of the mammalian hippocampus and neocortex.
Achievements in AI and Technology
Costa Colbert is recognized for his contributions to the field of artificial intelligence, particularly in the development of large-scale GPU-based neural network simulators, which he built in 2007. He has participated in discussions on AI, including a podcast with NVIDIA's Noah Kravitz, and has been involved in AI transformation initiatives. In 2024, he collaborated with other founders to create an AI memo, highlighting his ongoing commitment to advancing AI technologies.