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AHI, AI, and You

Could an AI ever really be you? Dr. Jeremy Horne explores what artificial intelligence means for your own identity — and invites you to join ongoing research on what makes human identity authentic.

October 10, 2026
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About This Webinar

AI can imitate how you talk, write, and think. Does that mean it can imitate you? This session looks at what makes human identity real — and what AI still can't touch.

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Can AI Pass As You?

AI can mimic your words and habits. That's not the same as being you. We'll look at the difference between imitation and identity.

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Transhumanism: Merging With Machines

Transhumanism is the idea of using technology — implants, AI, genetic tweaks — to upgrade the human body and mind, maybe even merge with machines entirely. We'll ask: how far is too far, and what of "you" would be left?

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Are We Even Real?

Some scientists and philosophers think reality itself could be a simulation. If that's true, what does "authentic identity" even mean?

Key Publications & Research

Dr. Horne's research spans philosophy, consciousness studies, and systems theory, providing a rich interdisciplinary foundation for interrogating what AI means for authentic human identity.

HORNE, Jeremy. "Identification–the essence of education."

Journal of Systemics, Cybernetics and Informatics 22, no. 7 (2024): 93-99.

HORNE, Jeremy. "Does AI represent authentic intelligence, or an artificial identity?."

Journal of Systemics, Cybernetics and Informatics 23, no. 7 (2025): 49-68.

CALLAOS, Nagib, and Jeremy HORNE. "The Notions of Education and Research."

Journal of Systemics, Cybernetics and Informatics 23, no. 1 (2025): 52-62.

Urquieta, José David Alanis, and Jeremy Horne. "The Philosophical Challenges of AI: Initial Considerations."

In Mexican Congress on Artificial Intelligence, pp. 302-312. Cham: Springer Nature Switzerland, 2025.

Horne, Jeremy. "What Is Authentic Personal Identity? A Philosopher Asks Neuroscientists."

Journal of NeuroPhilosophy 4, no. 2 (2025).

Why This Research Matters

  • Goes beyond technical benchmarks to real philosophical grounding
  • Separates authentic human identity from AI mimicry
  • Informs responsible, human-centered AI (SDG 4, SDG 9)

Who Should Attend

  • AI researchers & ML engineers
  • AI ethics practitioners & policy advisors
  • Responsible-AI / human-centered tech teams
  • Philosophers & consciousness researchers

Learning Outcomes

  • A framework: authentic identity vs. artificial mentation
  • Grounding for responsible AI (SDG 4, SDG 3, SDG 9)
  • An invitation to collaborate on peer-reviewed AHI research

Featured Speaker

Dr. Jeremy Horne
Dr. Jeremy Horne

Ph.D. in Philosophy, University of Florida

President-emeritus, Southwest Area Division

Presidente del Consejo Editorial

Visiting Professor, Department of Philosophy

Dr. Jeremy Horne is a philosopher, educator, and systems thinker whose work explores consciousness, identity, and the structure of reality. He holds a Ph.D. in Philosophy from the University of Florida, with specializations in logic, political and social philosophy, philosophy of education, and the history of thought.

His ongoing research focuses on authentic human identity, the ontology of number and time, and states of life and consciousness. He is currently studying the Voris methodology, the framework behind Authentic Systems' approach to locating and describing personal identity as an aspect of consciousness.

Dr. Horne has presented internationally on the philosophy of science and consciousness, including for the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS), where he served as President-Emeritus of its Southwest Area Division. He was among the founding contributors to what became The Science of Consciousness (TSC) conference series, now the largest of its kind globally.

As a peer reviewer for journals in consciousness studies, systems theory, and philosophy of science, Dr. Horne brings rigorous insight to emerging fields. He also served as CEO of the Inventor's Assistance League and worked in systems documentation for U.S. government and private sectors.

Consciousness Studies
Authentic Identity
Philosophy of AI
Systems Theory
40+
Years Experience
24+
Publications
AAAS
President-Emeritus
TSC
Founding Contributor

Academic Profiles

ORCID: 0000-0002-9179-0815

SCOPUS ID: 7103005850

What We'll Cover

Six questions, one thread: what makes you, you — and what doesn't.

1. Can AI Pass As You?

Imitating your voice isn't the same as being you. Where's the line?

2. Your Life Theme

The pattern of values that runs through your life — and why AI can't copy it.

3. Intelligence vs. Consciousness

We're building "intelligent" machines. We still don't agree what consciousness is. That gap matters.

4. Transhumanism: How Far Is Too Far?

Upgrading the body and mind with technology, up to merging with machines — what's gained, what's lost.

5. Are We a Simulation?

If reality itself is simulated, what happens to the idea of an "authentic" self?

6. Do You Know Yourself?

Bringing it together — and a self-check before you answer for anyone else.

Get Involved in the Research

Dr. Horne is looking for collaborators for peer-reviewed publication in five open areas:

Artificial mentation
Value systems behind AHI
Validating AHI probes
Belief & values
Simulation hypothesis

Interested? Connect with Dr. Horne after the session.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a philosophy or AI background to attend?
No prior philosophy background is required. The session is built for AI researchers, ML engineers, and AI ethics practitioners first, but is accessible to anyone working on responsible or human-centered technology, including SDG-focused educators and policy advisors.
Is this webinar against AI, or anti-technology?
No. The aim is not to reject AI but to rigorously examine what it means for human identity — so that its development can be guided by philosophical clarity rather than assumption.
What is the Paradigm Authentic Life Theme Assessment?
It is one of the research probes discussed in the webinar — a systematic approach to validating authentic human identity and assessing its predictive value, part of the broader research areas open for collaboration.
Can I get involved in the research afterward?
Yes. The webinar explicitly invites participants to collaborate on research areas including artificial mentation, value systems, AHI probe validation, and the simulation hypothesis, with a goal of joint publication in peer-reviewed journals.
Will I receive a certificate?
Yes. All registered participants will receive a certificate of attendance and access to supplementary materials after the webinar.

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    Supporting UN Sustainable Development Goals

    This webinar contributes to global development goals by promoting quality education, fostering ethically-grounded innovation in AI, and supporting mental well-being through a clearer understanding of authentic identity in the age of artificial intelligence.

    Primary Focus

    SDG 4: Quality Education

    Key Target:
    Target 4.7: Ensure all learners acquire knowledge and skills needed to promote sustainable development, including through education for human rights and appreciation of cultural diversity.

    This webinar supports quality education by providing deep philosophical and scientific insights into human consciousness and identity in the context of AI — essential knowledge for holistic personal and technological development.

    SDG 3: Good Health and Well-Being

    Key Target:
    Target 3.4: Promote mental health and well-being through understanding of self and consciousness amid rapid technological change.

    Understanding authentic identity in an age of AI contributes to mental health and well-being by helping individuals navigate anxieties about technology and develop genuine self-awareness.

    SDG 9: Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure

    Key Target:
    Target 9.5: Enhance scientific research and innovation in consciousness studies and AI ethics.

    The webinar advances responsible innovation by exploring the philosophical frontiers of AI, transhumanism, and the simulation hypothesis, and their implications for human-technology interaction.

    How This Webinar Contributes to Global Goals

    Advancing Knowledge

    Bridging philosophy with AI development to expand human understanding of consciousness, identity, and what we are building.

    Promoting Well-Being

    Providing frameworks for self-understanding that support mental health and authentic living amid rapid technological change.

    Ethical Innovation

    Exploring the relationship between human identity, transhumanism, and artificial intelligence to guide responsible technological development.