New research takes another step towards self-aware artificial intelligence

Researchers at Ulster University have published the results of their work on developing the first biological neural network model equipped with self-awareness, a form of metacognition. This breakthrough research could have important implications in providing insights into brain disorders related to distorted self-awareness, or the development of self-aware artificial intelligence (AI) machines. The Intelligent Systems Research Centre (ISRC) at Ulster University's Magee campus in Derry is the site of this pioneering research, which was recently published in the prestigious journal, Nature Communications. For years, researchers at ISRC have been working on developing and applying biologically inspired algorithms that go beyond standard AI algorithms, leveraging the solutions nature provided to solving complex problems in computing and AI. This includes utilising knowledge in brain sciences towards the development of superior and efficient computer algorithms or machines.