Product Description
by Andreas Wichert (Author)
There is a long-lasting controversy concerning our mind and consciousness. Mind, Brain, Quantum AI, and the Multiverse proposes a connection between the mind, the brain, and the multiverse. The author introduces the main philosophical ideas concerning mind and freedom, and explains the basic principles of computer science, artificial intelligence of brain research, quantum physics, and quantum artificial intelligence. He indicates how we can provide an answer to the problem of the mind and consciousness by describing the nature of the physical world. His proposed explanation includes the Everett Many-Worlds theory. This book tries to avoid any non-essential metaphysical speculations. The text is an essential compilation of knowledge in philosophy, computer science, biology, and quantum physics. It is written for readers without any requirements in mathematics, physics, or computer science.
Author Biography
Andreas Wichert studied computer science at the University of Saarland, where he graduated in 1993. He studied philosophy and computer science at the University Ulm. In 1999, he earned his bachelor's in philosophy and in 2000 his PhD in computer science. Since 2006, he has been an assistant professor in the Department of Computer Science and Engineering, University of Lisbon. He lectures on machine learning and quantum computation. His research focuses on neuronal networks, cognitive systems, and quantum computation. He has published four books and over 100 scientific articles. In addition to science and philosophy, he is a passionate artist with several exhibitions in Germany, Poland, and Portugal.
