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Dr. MAXWELL RAMSTEAD - The Physics of Survival

Machine Learning Street Talk (MLST)

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Understanding Markov Blankets and the Free Energy Principle

This chapter explores the foundational concept of 'a thing' through the lens of Markov blankets in relation to the free energy principle. It delves into the significance of Markov blankets in defining system boundaries, stability, and self-organization, and highlights their philosophical and mathematical implications in understanding physical systems. By examining concepts such as Bayesian mechanics and the organization of components, the chapter emphasizes the intricate interplay between systems and their environments.

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