Mathematics, Brain Modelling and Indian Concept of Mind
arXiv Preprint Archive May 6, 2002 via arXiv
Summary
Recent advances reveal that computations in the brain's neural network are highly distributed. The text discusses whether artificial networks could perform mathematics and natural sciences, and addresses the problem of consciousness in such machines. It also examines ancient Indian ideas about mind-body relations and J. C. Bose's experimental observations on distributed computations in plants.
Study at a glance
| Characteristics | Review Peer reviewed |
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| Keywords | Cond-mat.dis-nn Neuroscience Distributed-networks Consciousness-studies Traditional-knowledge |
| Key finding | The brain's neural computations are highly distributed, and this distributed nature may inform the potential for artificial networks to perform mathematics and science, as well as the question of machine consciousness. |
Abstract
We describe briefly the recent advances in understanding the distributed nature of computations in the (neural) network structure of the brain. We discuss if such artificial networks will be able to perform mathematics and natural sciences. The problem of consciousness in such machines is addressed. Ancient Indian ideas regarding mind-body relations and J. C. Bose's experimental observations regarding the highly distributed computations in the plant body is discussed.