Sam SchikowitzThe Enigma of Consciousness: Exploring Qualia Through Awe and WonderThis essay explores the concept of consciousness as a meta-phenomenon. Central to this idea is the Observer — the entity or presence that…Aug 8Aug 8
Sam SchikowitzThe Argument in Favor of ArgumentAccording to Hugo Mercier, researcher at the ‘Cognitive Science Center’ of Neuchâtel University, human reasoning has evolved to argue.Jun 6Jun 6
Sam SchikowitzSynthetic biology, a precautionary tale.We are not taking the precautions with synthetic biology a wise species would take with a technology of this power and consequence.Jun 27, 2023Jun 27, 2023
Sam SchikowitzDelegation, not RepresentationLet’s face it. The idea of representation is a tragedy.Mar 29, 2023Mar 29, 2023
Sam SchikowitzWhy is humanity having trouble transitioning to an ecological civilization?There are several existing technologies that, if widely used, can resolve these crises:Dec 15, 20211Dec 15, 20211
Sam SchikowitzAre we just bootloaders?Artificial general intelligence is almost here, and this nudges humanity to consider some serious metaphysical ramifications.Oct 19, 20211Oct 19, 20211
Sam SchikowitzIntelligence: the Ability to Do Mental Work.Humanity is facing some very difficult problems. It will take a lot of mental work to ensure the wellbeing of humanity, and life itself…Aug 26, 2021Aug 26, 2021
