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#1033 Michael Levin: Self, Collective Intelligence, Cognition, Life after Death, & More

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Mind Everywhere: Intelligence and Sentience Across Agents

This chapter introduces the 'Mind Everywhere' framework, which seeks to understand various agents, including biological organisms and synthetic entities, through their interactions and cognitive abilities. It examines the complexities of defining sentience, emphasizing the need for experimental approaches to assess intelligence and decision-making across diverse systems. Additionally, it discusses the implications for regenerative medicine and the interplay between collective intelligence in cellular systems, particularly in relation to cancer treatment.

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