Mary Oxman, an expert in engineering, science, design, and architecture, shares her perspective on nature and design. She believes that the products designed by humans have separated us from nature but aims to bridge the gap by integrating engineering and computational tools with nature. Oxman envisions a world where humans design products in harmony with nature, incorporating wisdom from the natural world. The conversation touches on various topics such as material ecology, bio-based design, computational templating, and the use of organisms as building materials. Oxman's work focuses on combining biological agents and computational design to create innovative and sustainable products. She explores the potential of hybrid living materials and the importance of understanding and leveraging nature's wisdom. Throughout the conversation, the need for a multidisciplinary approach and collaboration across different fields is emphasized. Oxman's work aims to create a future where humans are more connected to nature, utilizing technology and design to create products that coexist with and enhance the natural world.
Anti-commonsence
The speaker suggests that AGI could provide access to vast amounts of human civilization and consciousness that nature never had before. This perspective challenges the conventional understanding of the limitations of non-human consciousness and the extent to which artificial intelligence can replicate human experiences and knowledge.
