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.
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Jul 9, 2025 • 39min
John Hopfield: Nobel Prize Conversations
John Hopfield, a groundbreaking theoretical physicist and neuroscientist awarded the 2024 Nobel Prize in Physics, shares his unique journey and insights. He discusses the significance of interdisciplinary collaboration between chemists and physicists. With a sense of urgency, Hopfield expresses his fears about opaque AI systems and advocates for more public debate on the topic. He also reflects on his shift from condensed-matter physics to neuroscience, highlighting the complex challenges of understanding the brain and the need for new revolutionary ideas.
