Efficient Deep Learning
Efficient deep learning focuses on developing and deploying deep neural networks that require fewer computational resources and memory, while maintaining high accuracy. Current research emphasizes techniques like model compression (pruning, quantization, low-rank approximation), optimized architectures (e.g., custom designs surpassing pre-trained models like MobileNetV2), and algorithmic improvements (e.g., inverted activations for reduced memory footprint in transformers and LSTMs). This field is crucial for expanding the applicability of deep learning to resource-constrained devices (mobile, IoT) and addressing environmental concerns related to energy consumption, while also mitigating security vulnerabilities associated with publishing smaller, more accessible models.