Bayesian models and simulations in cognitive science

Boccignone, Giuseppe and Cordeschi, Roberto (2007) Bayesian models and simulations in cognitive science. In [2007] Models and Simulations 2 (Tilburg, NL).

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Abstract

Bayesian models can be related to cognitive processes in a variety of ways
that can be usefully understood in terms of Marr's distinction among three levels of explanation: computational, algorithmic and implementation.
In this note, we discuss how an integrated probabilistic account of the different levels of explanation in cognitive science is resulting, at least for the current research practice, in a sort of unpredicted epistemological shift with respect to Marr's original proposal.

Keywords:Bayesian models, neuroscience models, cognitive science, computer vision
Subjects:Specific Sciences: Biology: Neuroscience
Specific Sciences: Computer Science: Artificial Intelligence
General Issues: Structure of Theories
Specific Sciences: Cognitive Science
General Issues: Philosophers of Science
Conferences and Volumes:[2007] Models and Simulations 2 (Tilburg, NL)
ID Code:3556
Deposited By:Boccignone, Giuseppe
Deposited On:02 October 2007