Man Driven Brain Evolution The Road to New Intelligent Life Forms
Man Driven Brain Evolution The Road to New Intelligent Life Forms

Author: Lavirrealista

Publisher: Virrealismo Publishing

Published:

Total Pages: 14

ISBN-13: 1909078328

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Artificial Intelligence is now the focus of massive technological efforts around the world and an AI race seems to be on between the major powers. Machines are currently able to recognise patterns (voices, faces, words) but so far have been unable to "think" and reason. The rapid increase in computing power will change that. The question then is, how will people live and interact with man made sentient beings? That is a big enough question, but suppose in a parallel development, people accept mind and body implants greatly to enhance cognitive and physical abilities? What are the implications for individuals, society and the planet? While this mad technological rush gathers pace only a few people are stopping to really think through the consequences which has never happened in the past when new technology arises, but for AI it is very necessary. To understand why, this essay explores some of the current thinking from the point of view of science fiction the best of which takes technology to its logical conclusions and allow us to view many sided versions of the future.

Tuméng
Tuméng

Author: Maria Pellegrini

Publisher: Virrealismo Publishing

Published: 2013-02-28

Total Pages: 45

ISBN-13: 1909078123

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A mission to save a planet. A captain equipped with astral maps and tools for intragalactic travel never before seen. A sensational encounter between two powerful leaders inside the mental simulations of their own memories. And finally, a revelation of cosmic proportions during the ascent of a windy mountain.

Change of State First Phase
Change of State First Phase

Author: Lavirrealista

Publisher: Virrealismo Publishing

Published: 2019-03-26

Total Pages: 305

ISBN-13: 1909078336

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Much of humanity is building a hypertechnological society that is rapidly evolving into an advanced social structure. People live in centres where applied science flourishes in a vibrant, co-operative environment. It is in the area of biosciences where the greatest developments have occurred, giving rise to the impenetrable “biobarriers”, living structures which protect the settlements, and to “real virtuality” which allows total immersion into artificial worlds which are experienced in a way indistinguishable from reality. The society is at its peak even though the ghosts of the past and the fear of the future always threaten any new way of life both from outside and within. A fascinating journey through time and space in a world of robotics, biotech, simulations and virtuality.

The War of the Plutonidians
The War of the Plutonidians

Author: Maria Pellegrini

Publisher: Virrealismo Publishing

Published: 2011-06-15

Total Pages: 26

ISBN-13: 1909078042

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In a galaxy teeming with life, the Plutonidians stand out as a fascinating species. Originating from nomadic intergalactic tribes, they have embraced a life of solitude, preferring to settle on new uninhabited planets rather than mingle with other species of the Mother Galaxy. However, everything changes when a small planet, almost obscured by the delicate glow of the Doga nebula, is discovered by chance. Tales of Plutonidian wars were mere myths of a bygone era, but with the arrival of a new colony on this pristine world disturbing events begin to unfold. "The War of the Plutonidians" narrates the transformation of a peaceful planet into a nightmarish battlefield. Told through the eyes of a Micromega – an intergalactic observer tens of kilometers tall – this story captures the amazement and disbelief of a being who, after two and a half centuries, is once again struck by the insignificance of humanity and the absurdity of its wars. With a tone that oscillates between wonder and resignation, the narrative explores how chaos can become order, noise can turn into silence and peace, incredibly, can become war. A story that invites reflection on the fragility of peace and the inevitable cycle of conflicts inherent in human nature.

Borrowed Brains
Borrowed Brains

Author: Maria Pellegrini

Publisher: Virrealismo Publishing

Published: 2012-03-31

Total Pages: 46

ISBN-13: 1909078034

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Planet Aqua, three hundred million years ago. A massive fleet of zègus, colossal alien spaceships, land on the planet serving for a while as self-sustaining homes. Soon enough though, Zègunians realise that Aqua is going through significant environmental upheavals. Despite the resilience of their zègus they know they won’t be able to stay much longer. Their scientists had identified previously unknown particles that they named conscirons with their associated field and which they believed might be related to the human brain. So technicians and scientists develop the HASAMAT, a technology that makes use of the new field and copies and projects consciousness into the cosmos at immeasurable speed. They are convinced that the HASAMAT could be a revolutionary way to explore the galaxy. UÌGO is an intrepid reporter-explorer. Despite skepticism from others, he volunteers to trial the HAZAMAT and undergoes the first journey to the enigmatic Gameogo, a potentially habitable planet at the edge of the galaxy. He is tasked with verifying the conditions of the planet. His arrival on Gameogo brings a surreal twist, as the components of his mind are reorganized into a new mental structure by the mysterious Gameogans. The narrative weaves through strange encounters, bizarre perceptions and the evolution of both minds and planets. As UIGO grapples with the fluidity of reality, profound questions arise about the nature of existence, the meaning of evolution and the interconnectedness of universes. Borrowed Brains is a thought-provoking and visionary tale that transcends the ordinary in an adventure from the complexities of the mind to the vastness of the cosmos.

The Major Transitions in Evolution
The Major Transitions in Evolution

Author: John Maynard Smith

Publisher: Oxford University Press

Published: 1997-10-30

Total Pages: 361

ISBN-13: 019850294X

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During evolution there have been several major changes in the way genetic information is organized and transmitted from one generation to the next. These transitions include the origin of life itself, the first eukaryotic cells, reproduction by sexual means, the appearance of multicellular plants and animals, the emergence of cooperation and of animal societies. This is the first book to discuss all these major transitions and their implications for our understanding of evolution.Clearly written and illustrated with many original diagrams, this book will be welcomed by students and researchers in the fields of evolutionary biology, ecology, and genetics.

Planets Under Glass
Planets Under Glass

Author: Maria Pellegrini

Publisher: Virrealismo Publishing

Published: 2012-09-15

Total Pages: 49

ISBN-13: 1909078085

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Meba is a singular but cheerful little humanoid engaged in a job that is as mysterious as it is monotonous: he pushes buttons following codes that only he can decipher. In spite of that he is very happy living, as he does, in a luxurious apartment, surrounded by every comfort, embodying the appearance of an ideal modern life. But Meba is only one tiny part of a complex world. His planet is ruled by Atinids, a species that is organised without hierarchies or laws and lives in a harmonious communal individualism, where decisions are made collectively thanks to powerful Supercomputers. "Planets Under Glass" is a story that explores two contrasting possibilities. On the one hand, the shadow of technology used negatively as an instrument of control, on the other the possibility of positive evolution which depends on a sophisticated model of democracy based on the collective conscience, the "Cognocracy". This journey through the potential positive and negative consequences of technology explores a future in which the fate of a society could depend on the way it chooses to embrace innovation. Shocking for some, enlightening for others. As they used to say in the Mother Galaxy, "Planets you visit, realities you find."

Accidental Warrior
Accidental Warrior

Author: Lavirrealista

Publisher: Virrealismo Publishing

Published: 2014-08-31

Total Pages: 34

ISBN-13: 1909078255

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Accidental Warrior is the prequel of "Change of State First Phase" and it comes free with the novel itself. The events start toward the middle of our millennium. The world is on the brink of collapse. Climate change and consequently violent social unrest are the principal causes. Coastal cities are being lost to the oceans but the evacuation of millions of people is impossible. The Army is put in charge but for the majority there is no way out and they are left to their destiny. Only those who can prove they are able to contribute to future society, in one way or another, are given an exit pass and escape in the hinterland. The story focuses on a group that manages to escape their devastated and flooded megalopolis in the Eastern hemisphere. They begin the construction on high ground of what will become one of the first Centres, the new human settlements. Others are destined to procreate genetically engineered children who must become the army of the future "Inspired by the ancient siege of Masada, Accidental Warrior is a story of despair and hope."

In the Light of Evolution
In the Light of Evolution

Author: National Academy of Sciences

Publisher:

Published: 2007

Total Pages: 388

ISBN-13:

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The Arthur M. Sackler Colloquia of the National Academy of Sciences address scientific topics of broad and current interest, cutting across the boundaries of traditional disciplines. Each year, four or five such colloquia are scheduled, typically two days in length and international in scope. Colloquia are organized by a member of the Academy, often with the assistance of an organizing committee, and feature presentations by leading scientists in the field and discussions with a hundred or more researchers with an interest in the topic. Colloquia presentations are recorded and posted on the National Academy of Sciences Sackler colloquia website and published on CD-ROM. These Colloquia are made possible by a generous gift from Mrs. Jill Sackler, in memory of her husband, Arthur M. Sackler.

Zetana The Disconnected
Zetana The Disconnected

Author: Maria Pellegrini

Publisher: Virrealismo Publishing

Published: 2011-11-11

Total Pages: 47

ISBN-13: 1909078050

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"Zetana The Disconnected" follows the journey of Zetana, a young girl from the planet Cloudio, who discovers the unique nature of her world's exclusive "Connection" system. Despite her inability to connect due to a genetic defect, Zetana delves into the mysteries of the Plasma with the help of her technoworker parents, Telio and Chera. As she navigates Cloudio's bureaucratic sector to avoid societal pressures, Zetana's quest for independence leads her to access the Universal Plasma. Together with her parents, they embark on a daring escape from Cloudio, symbolizing a quest for freedom and the pursuit of truth beyond the confines of their controlled society. Dedicated to the freedom of information, this tale challenges the status quo and celebrates the power of curiosity and resilience.