The Surprising Intelligence of Slime Molds

This chapter explores the computational abilities and maze-solving prowess of slime molds, shedding light on their interaction with the environment and ability to mimic human-designed networks. The discussion includes personal experiments with slime mold mazes, addressing misconceptions and humorous reflections on scientific findings. The speakers also express skepticism about the extent of slime molds' problem-solving skills, drawing parallels to exaggerated claims in science.