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John Hopfield

Professor at Princeton, whose work bridges biology, chemistry, neuroscience, and physics; known for his work on Hopfield networks and contributions to deep learning.

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Feb 29, 2020 • 1h 13min

#76 – John Hopfield: Physics View of the Mind and Neurobiology

John Hopfield, a distinguished Princeton professor, merges physics with biology and neuroscience. He discusses the fascinating differences between biological and artificial neural networks, highlighting evolutionary advantages. The conversation dives into Hopfield networks, associative memory, and the complexities of consciousness. They also explore human adaptation versus evolutionary processes, the intricate relationship between genetics and environment in brain development, and the profound implications for understanding AI and human thought.