Explore a thought-provoking lecture that challenges conventional assumptions about brain function and cognition. Delve into a theoretical analysis that deconstructs the widely accepted notion of internal world models in the brain. Discover why these models may not be necessary for planning behavior and how they could be considered irrational due to their inefficient use of time. Examine the implications of this analysis, including the possibility that the brain does not encode internal world models. Consider an alternative relational formalism for reflecting dynamic structure in the world, which may be optimal for inducing flexible behavior. Gain insights into the intersection of artificial intelligence, psychology, and neuroscience as you explore higher-level intelligence from multiple perspectives.
Overview
Syllabus
Theoretic analyses of internal model dynamics in the brain
Taught by
Simons Institute