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This is dangerous: slime moulds and the bitter debate over the nature of intelligence
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This is dangerous: slime moulds and the bitter debate over the nature of intelligence

Isn't it fascinating how something as simple as a slime mould can spark such deep discussions about intelligence? Toshiyuki Nakagaki's journey from a curious student to a leading researcher reveals the surprising capabilities of Physarum polycephalum. This organism, often dismissed as simple, has shown it can solve mazes and even optimize transport routes, challenging our definitions of intelligence. It makes you wonder what else we might be underestimating in the natural world!
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