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Max Bennett, "A Brief History of Intelligence: Evolution, Ai, and the Five Breakthroughs That Made Our Brains" (Mariner Books, 2023)

New Books in Science, Technology, and Society

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Exploring the Interplay Between AI and Neuroscience

The chapter dives into the synergy between artificial intelligence and neuroscience, focusing on the use of temporal difference learning for reinforcement signals and understanding dopamine responses as reinforcement signals in early vertebrates. It challenges research biases towards studying intelligent mammalian species, emphasizing the importance of studying non-mammalian vertebrates like fish to fully comprehend early vertebrate capabilities and intelligence. The narrative showcases the cognitive abilities of fish, highlighting their capacity in object recognition, learning complex behaviors, understanding time intervals, and spatial awareness.

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