Abstract

Through the study of biological processes optimized by evolution, we seek to enhance the effectiveness, resilience, agency, and energy efficiency of future computation. Understanding the brain, nervous system, and their interaction with the environment is crucial for the development of artificial intelligence and computational cognition. This learning process is bidirectional, resulting in a deeper understanding of both nature and possible future technology.

About Gordana Dodig-Crnković

Gordana Dodig-Crnković is Professor of Interaction Design at Chalmers University of Technology and Professor of Computer Science at Mälardalen University, Sweden. She holds Ph.D. degrees in Physics and Computer Science. Her research focuses on the relationships between computation, information, and cognition, including ethical and value aspects. She is a member of the editorial board of the Springer SAPERE series, World Scientific Series in Information Studies, and various journals. She is a member of the Karel Capek Center for Values in Science and Technology and a Board member of the International Society for Information Studies, IS4SI.

About Current Trends in Computer Science

This lecture is part of the Current Trends in Computer Science Lecture Series by the TU Wien Informatics Doctoral School, where renowned guest professors hold public lectures every semester.

If you are studying with us, the lecture series can be credited as an elective course for students of master programs of computer science: 195.072 Current Trends in Computer Science. Additionally, you can join courses held by this year’s guest professors of our doctoral colleges and the TU Wien Informatics Doctoral School.

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