Researcher · Executive
Joscha Bach
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Executive Director at California Institute for Machine Consciousness
Bach develops computational theories of mind: models intended to explain perception, motivation, thought and consciousness as information-processing systems. His MicroPsi architecture and later institute-building helped make machine consciousness a concrete AI research program.
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Background
Current role
Executive DirectorCalifornia Institute for Machine Consciousness
California Institute for Machine ConsciousnessPreviously
Education
Humboldt University of BerlinAbout this data
Work and education history is primarily focused on AI-relevant roles and may not be comprehensive.
Last editorial review: August 9, 2026