Consciousness and Its Digital Representation: Artificial Intelligence Between Possibilities and Challenges

In this thought-provoking book, Gamal E.O. Elhag-Idris explores the frontiers of artificial consciousness and the dream of digitally replicating the human mind. Drawing from neuroscience, artificial intelligence, ethics, and computer science, the book offers a compelling journey into the heart of one of the most profound questions of our time: Can machines truly become conscious? From brain-computer interfaces (BCI) and neural networks to the ethical and identity dilemmas of digital immortality, the author breaks down complex ideas into simple, relatable insights for both general readers and specialists alike. You’ll discover: • What consciousness truly means—and why it’s so hard to define • How AI is being used to simulate aspects of human cognition • Whether uploading the mind is science fiction or a real scientific endeavor • The moral, philosophical, and technical barriers standing in our way • Real-world applications in medicine, space, robotics, and beyond