Conor Heins ~ Active Inference Insights 019 ~ Collective Behaviour, Attention, Intelligence
Active Inference Insights
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The Emergence of Causal Power in Coarse-Grained Variables
Various researchers are exploring the concept of top-down causation by quantifying the influence of coarse-grained variables on lower-level constituents. Coarse-grained variables may possess their own causal power, impacting lower levels and even proving to be more predictive than individual lower-level variables. This dynamic, where spatially and temporally coarse-grained variables develop autonomy and influence, showcases the intriguing and magical nature of complex systems.
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