#cognition


# science

why we really are creatures of habit about two thirds of the time

Yes, we run mostly on autopilot. We more or less have to.
why we really are creatures of habit about two thirds of the time

# science

how we separate, or mix, fact and fiction

How we can tell what is the the real life and what is just a fantasy? And what does it say about our evolution and potential?
how we separate, or mix, fact and fiction

scientists figure out why thinking too hard for too long makes you tired

How could you possibly be tired sitting behind a computer all day? Because as it so turns out, your brain can chemically fry itself if you overthink.
scientists figure out why thinking too hard for too long makes you tired

# health    

american boomers are experiencing an alarming cognitive decline. we should all worry.

This isn't just younger generations griping, according to a study of over 30,000 baby boomers, the older generations' mental capabilities are declining faster than expected.
american boomers are experiencing an alarming cognitive decline. we should all worry.

why shouldn't robots write you a speeding ticket? they're just not smart or lenient enough.

Computers respect the letter of the law, but they can't understand the spirit. That's why they're terrible at real world policing.
why shouldn't robots write you a speeding ticket? they're just not smart or lenient enough.

how to dismantle searle's chinese room

The problem with John Searle's Chinese Room thought experiment is that its premise is woefully outdated in computer science terms.
how to dismantle searle's chinese room

# tech    

could artificial intelligence need a threapist?

"Listen, sometimes I just get the urge to kill all humans. You know?"
could artificial intelligence need a threapist?

# tech    

are insects the first step in creating a.i.?

Turns out, insects have basic forms of intelligence and the path to thinking robots may be through emulating how their tiny minds work.
are insects the first step in creating a.i.?