Huberman Lab
Dr. Terry Sejnowski: How to Improve at Learning Using Neuroscience & AI
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In this episode, my guest is Dr. Terry Sejnowski, Ph.D., professor of computational neurobiology at the Salk Institute for Biological Studies. He is world-renowned for exploring how our brain processes and stores information and, with that understanding, for developing tools that enable us to markedly improve our ability to learn all types of information and skills.
We discuss how to learn most effectively in order to truly master a subject or skill. Dr. Sejnowski explains how to use AI tools to forage for new information, generate ideas, predict the future, and assist in analyzing health data and making health-related decisions.
We also explore non-AI strategies to enhance learning and creativity, including how specific types of exercise can improve mitochondrial function and cognitive performance. Listeners will gain insights into how computational methods and AI are transforming our understanding of brain function, learning, and memory, as well as the emerging roles of these tools in addressing personal health and treating brain diseases such as Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s.
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Timestamps
00:00:00 Dr. Terry Sejnowski
00:02:32 Sponsors: BetterHelp & Helix Sleep
00:05:19 Brain Structure & Function, Algorithmic Level
00:11:49 Basal Ganglia; Learning & Value Function
00:15:23 Value Function, Reward & Punishment
00:19:14 Cognitive vs. Procedural Learning, Active Learning, AI
00:25:56 Learning & Brain Storage
00:30:08 Traveling Waves, Sleep Spindles, Memory
00:32:08 Sponsors: AG1 & David
00:34:57 Tool: Increase Sleep Spindles; Memory, Ambien; Prescription Drugs
00:42:02 Psilocybin, Brain Connectivity
00:45:58 Tool: ‘Learning How to Learn’ Course
00:49:36 Learning, Generational Differences, Technology, Social Media
00:58:37 Sponsors: LMNT & Joovv
01:01:06 Draining Experiences, AI & Social Media
01:06:52 Vigor & Aging, Continued Learning, Tool: Exercise & Mitochondrial Function
01:12:17 Tool: Cognitive Velocity; Quick Stressors, Mitochondria
01:16:58 AI, Imagined Futures, Possibilities
01:27:14 AI & Mapping Potential Options, Schizophrenia
01:30:56 Schizophrenia, Ketamine, Depression
01:36:15 AI, “Idea Pump,” Analyzing Research
01:42:11 AI, Medicine & Diagnostic Tool; Predicting Outcomes
01:50:04 Parkinson’s Disease; Cognitive Velocity & Variables; Amphetamines
01:59:49 Free Will; Large Language Model (LLM), Personalities & Learning
02:12:40 Tool: Idea Generation, Mind Wandering, Learning
02:18:18 Dreams, Unconscious, Types of Dreams
02:22:56 Future Projects, Brain & Self-Attention
02:31:39 Zero-Cost Support, YouTube, Spotify & Apple Follow & Reviews, Sponsors, YouTube Feedback, Protocols Book, Social Media, Neural Network Newsletter
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