Taxonomies of Intelligence: A Comprehensive Guide to the Universe of Minds

Author(s)

  • Roman V. Yampolskiy

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Abstract

  • This paper explores the landscape of potential mind architectures by initially conceptualizing all minds as software. Through rigorous analysis, we establish intriguing properties of this intellectual space, including its infinite scope, variable dimensions of complexity, and representational intricacies. We then provide an extensive review of existing taxonomies for mind design. Building on this foundation, the paper introduces 'Intellectology' as a new field dedicated to the systematic study of diverse forms of intelligence. A compendium of open research questions aimed at steering future inquiry in this nascent discipline is also presented.

Date

  • October, 2023

Author Biography

  • Dr. Roman V. Yampolskiy is a tenured faculty member in the department of Computer Science and Engineering at the University of Louisville. He is the founding and current director of the Cyber Security Lab and an author of many books including Artificial Superintelligence: a Futuristic Approach. Dr. Yampolskiy’s main area of interest is Artificial Intelligence Safety. You can find his papers on his google scholar page.

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  • Dr. Yampolskiy would like those who appreciate this article to donate to the MPS Society.

Citation

Areas

  • Biology, Psychology, Technology

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