Blueprints for a Universal Reasoning Machine

Explore the concept of a universal reasoning machine in this thought-provoking conference talk from Strange Loop 2022. Delve into the evolution of AI research towards general, human-like reasoning, covering both slow, deliberative processes and fast, unconscious cognition. Examine recent advances in probabilistic and causal inference, expressive computational languages, and deep learning methods. Learn about the blueprint for a universal reasoning machine capable of expressing all forms of knowledge and automating inference across various scales and domains. Discover the potential organizational structures needed to build and apply such a machine for the benefit of society. Gain insights from Zenna Tavares, a Research Scientist at Columbia University and Co-Founder of Basis, as he shares his expertise in cognitive science, statistics, and artificial intelligence.