Can AI agents become conscious? Experts look ahead to artificial general intelligence There’s no question that artificial intelligence is rapidly becoming more intelligent, thanks to software platforms including ChatGPT, Google Gemini and… Read More
Neuroscientist recounts his long strange trip to plumb the depths of consciousness Could magic mushrooms hold the key that unlocks the secrets of consciousness? Well, maybe not the only key. But Allen… Read More
Are dogs conscious? How about computers? Brain scientist Christof Koch takes on deep questions Do animals possess consciousness? Can consciousness be uploaded into a computer? Can we measure objectively whether someone is conscious or… Read More
Where does consciousness come from? Brain scientist closes in on the claustrum SAN FRANCISCO — For decades, neuroscientist Christof Koch has been searching for the seat of consciousness — a quest that has taken… Read More
Brain scientist Christof Koch maps out a path to merge humans and machines It may sound like a zombie movie, but Seattle’s Allen Institute for Brain Science is studying fresh human brain tissue… Read More
