We can’t accurately simulate the physical behavior even of pure water. (Yet; and from other reading about this I’ve done recently, it’s a long way off.) Therefore: Fantasies about simulating brains are fantastical.https://twitter.com/ashleythesmart/status/1032294373382340608 …
Really? I don't think I've seen anyone seriously propose trying to simulate a human brain by simulating each atom.
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I'm sure there are internet randos who believe all sorts of weird stuff, but why not engage with more serious versions of the claim? https://www.fhi.ox.ac.uk/brain-emulation-roadmap-report.pdf …
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The argument is usually an in principle one to establish possibility (which does not actually get established), rather than a practical one
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What kind of possibility? It doesn't seem like a bad argument if all you're trying to prove is physical possibility.
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