Jürgen Schmidhuber, born in Munich in 1963, is a seminal figure in AI and neural networks, renowned for pioneering Long Short-Term Memory (LSTM).

He's affiliated with both the Dalle Molle Institute for AI Research and KAUST, focusing on advancements in neural computation.

Schmidhuber's work extends to creating networks that emulate human curiosity and learning.

His academic tenure has been marked by significant AI advancements, including LSTM's profound impact on language processing applications.

Despite controversies over recognition, his achievements have garnered prestigious awards, solidifying his standing as a leading AI innovator and researcher.

In 2023, he was elected as member of the European Academy of Engineering.