Neurobiological roots of artificial intelligence

10:25 AM - 10:40 AM

Intelligence emerged as a tool for addressing the challenges of survival and reproduction from an evolutionary standpoint. A key aspect of this development is the capacity for information storage and processing. The evolution of the neural system, particularly the brain, demonstrates that investing in a complex and energy-demanding system offers advantages. This includes social intelligence, which involves understanding social networks and interpersonal dynamics. We now observe analogous developments in Artificial Intelligence (AI) systems, such as neural networks, deep learning algorithms, and large language models. These AI systems mimic aspects of human cognitive processes, drawing a parallel to the evolutionary advancements in natural intelligence. However, the main question still sparks both scientific inquiry and philosophical debate: Will there be real consciousness in machines? We still don't know whether it is possible to create AI that possesses self-awareness, but perhaps in the process, we will gain a deeper understanding of our own brains.