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Ars Electronica

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INES – Human-Computer Interaction Lab HANS – Digital Production Lab :all learn labs :see less

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GPT 1400: The AI Apothecary

If medieval Europe had artificial intelligence, would it make a difference? GPT 1400: The AI Apothecary explores the strangeness of AI-generated advice through medieval medical remedies. Drawing on vast but uncritical databases, AI systems echo pre-scientific European physicians who relied on ancient texts rather than empirical evidence. In this interactive installation, participants received AI-generated medical proverbs and cures, humorously highlighting how generative suggestions align more closely with medieval superstition than contemporary healthcare standards. Combining historical accuracy with playful satire, the installation also encourages deeper contemplation on the role of general AI models, provoking thoughtful discussions about the ethics and efficacy of contemporary digital healthcare. 

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GPT 1400 engages public audiences through interactive exhibitions and workshops, inviting reflection on the historical context of medical knowledge and contemporary digital health discourse. 

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Nathan Cornish

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