John Laird

John Laird is a computer scientist and cognitive systems researcher known for his work in artificial intelligence and robotics. He focuses on creating systems that can understand, learn, and reason about their environment, enabling machines to perform complex tasks autonomously. Laird has contributed to developing computer architectures and algorithms that help robots and AI systems adapt to new situations, much like human problem-solving. His research advances efforts to build intelligent machines capable of flexible, real-world decision making and interaction, bridging the gap between human cognition and computer technology.