Convergent Science Network Podcast

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Maarja Kruusma (Tallin University of Technology) studies the building of fish, focusing especially on swimming. With Paul Verschure she discusses the importance of morphological details and body control, as well as biomimetical approaches in general.

Tony Prescott interviews Paul Verschure on his theory of the brain and how it has given rise to new hypotheses on the function and mechanisms of conscicousness

We discuss the question of how biological and artificial systems can explore and find information relative to their goals. In response, Daniel explains his notion of "Empowerment".

Bechir and Uhrig discuss their work on the mechanisms of consciousness as revealed through anaesthesia.

Neil Burgess discusses his latest insights in the memory systems of the brain, the hippocampus, including its experimental and theoretical exploration.

Ton Coolen describes the complex network of the immune system and how theoretical models can help us to understand their function in health and disease.

Semir Zeki speaks on the visual system of the human brain and how it can give rise to aesthetic experiences.