{"title":"Susan Schneider","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the collection of works by \u003cem\u003eSusan Schneider\u003c\/em\u003e, a distinguished voice in the fields of philosophy and psychology. Susan Schneider is renowned for her profound insights into the relationship between the human mind and artificial intelligence. Her writings expertly navigate complex topics with clarity and thoughtfulness, making them accessible to both newcomers and seasoned enthusiasts of philosophical and psychological studies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong her insightful works, you'll find \u003cem\u003eArtificial You\u003c\/em\u003e, a thought-provoking examination of how advancements in technology are reshaping our understanding of consciousness and personal identity. This compelling read dives into the philosophical implications of AI, exploring crucial questions about what it means to be human in an age of rapidly advancing technology.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're drawn to cognitive science, interested in the ethical considerations surrounding AI, or simply curious about the future of human identity, Susan Schneider’s books offer an enlightening perspective. Dive into the world of philosophy and psychology with this collection that challenges you to ponder how artificial intelligence intersects with the deepest questions of the human experience.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"artificial-you-by-susan-schneider-9780691216744","title":"Artificial You","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eOne of Forbes' Must-Read Brain Books of 2019\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eFinalist for the PROSE Award in Philosophy, Association of American Publishers\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWe are at a monumental turning point in human history. AI is taking intelligence in new directions. The strongest human competitors in chess, go, and Jeopardy! have been beaten by AIs, and AI is getting more sophisticated by the day. Further, AI research is going inside the human brain itself, attempting to augment human minds. It may even create greater-than-human-level intelligence, leading to a new generation of artificial minds - Minds 2.0.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSusan Schneider, a philosopher, argues that these undertakings must not be attempted without a richer understanding of the nature of the mind. An insufficient grasp of the underlying philosophical issues could undermine the use of AI and brain enhancement technology, bringing about the demise or suffering of conscious beings. Examining the philosophical questions lying beneath the algorithms, Schneider takes on AI's thorniest implications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e'Packed with material that enlightens new ways of thinking about a hot topic... A philosophical tour with real-world implications.' - \u003cem\u003eForbes\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e'Schneider is a sure-footed and witty guide to slippery ethical terrain.' - \u003cem\u003eWashington Post\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e'[A] demanding dialogue between philosophy and science.' - \u003cem\u003eNature\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e'A well-reasoned and thoughtful discussion about the need for AI researchers and policymakers to place more emphasis on the question of consciousness.' - \u003cem\u003eTimes Higher Education\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e'This riveting book is both entertaining and profound.' - Martin Rees, author of \u003cem\u003eOn the Future\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e'Is artificial consciousness possible? Could you become an AI? Would you still be you? Schneider makes a vivid and compelling case that the future of humanity may depend on the answers to these philosophical questions.' - David J. Chalmers, author of \u003cem\u003eThe Conscious Mind\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"NewSouth Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46768618111212,"sku":"9780691216744","price":34.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/2154583482434.jpg?v=1756384079"},{"product_id":"artificial-you-by-susan-schneider-9780691180144","title":"Artificial You","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHailed by the Washington Post as \"a sure-footed and witty guide to slippery ethical terrain,\" \u003cem\u003eArtificial You\u003c\/em\u003e by Susan Schneider offers a philosophical exploration of AI and the future of the mind. Praised by Astronomer Royal Martin Rees as \"profound and entertaining,\" it delves into the rapidly evolving landscape of artificial intelligence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHumans may not remain Earth's most intelligent beings for much longer: the world champions of chess, Go, and Jeopardy! are now all AIs. The rapid pace of progress in AI suggests that it could reach human-level intelligence within several decades, and from there, potentially outpace human intelligence. What do these developments mean for the future of the mind?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cem\u003eArtificial You\u003c\/em\u003e, Schneider asserts that it is inevitable for AI to take intelligence in new directions, urging us to carve out a sensible path forward. As AI technology reshapes the brain and potentially creates machine minds, caution is crucial. Homo sapiens, as mind designers, will be wielding \"tools\" they do not fully understand: the self, the mind, and consciousness. Schneider argues that a limited understanding of these concepts could jeopardise the use of AI and brain enhancement technology, risking the demise or suffering of conscious beings. To flourish, we must tackle the philosophical issues beneath the algorithms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAt the heart of her exploration is a sober-minded discussion of AI's true capabilities: Can robots really be conscious? Can we merge with AI, as suggested by tech leaders like Elon Musk and Ray Kurzweil? Is the mind merely a programme? Examining these complex issues, Schneider proposes ways to test for machine consciousness, questions whether consciousness is an unavoidable byproduct of sophisticated intelligence, and considers the overall dangers of creating machine minds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"NewSouth Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46768619258092,"sku":"9780691180144","price":69.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/1788583482434.jpg?v=1756384241"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/susan-schneider.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}