Cobb, Professor Matthew
The Idea of the Brain: A History: SHORTLISTED FOR THE BAILLIE GIFFORD PRIZE 2020
- ISBN 13:
- 9781781255902
- author:
- Cobb, Professor Matthew
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Profile Books Ltd
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2021
- Pages:
- 480
- Dimensions:
- 19.8 x 12.9 x 2.9 centimeters (0
- Genre:
- Science, Biology, General,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
The Idea of the Brain A History by Matthew Cobb For centuries, scientists have sought to understand the human brain, often drawing on their own technological terms to describe its workings. From telephone switchboards to clockwork mechanisms, these early ideas have shaped our understanding of the brain's functions. Historian and scientist Matthew Cobb takes us on a journey through the wild speculation and ingenious investigations that have led us to our present state of knowledge. Today, our theories allow us to create artificial memories in the brain of a mouse and build AI programmes capable of extraordinary cognitive feats. Yet, despite this progress, a complete understanding of the brain remains elusive. Cobb reveals how new ideas have brought illumination at every step of our quest, and asks what the next breakthrough might be.
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