Thomas Ray

Thomas Ray is a researcher known for his work in computer science, particularly in artificial life and evolutionary computation. He pioneered studies on digital organisms—programs that can self-reproduce and evolve within computer systems—aiming to understand the principles of life and evolution. His work explores how simple computer programs can develop complex behaviors through natural selection-like processes, providing insights into biological evolution and the potential for self-sustaining digital systems. Ray’s research bridges biology and computer science, advancing our understanding of how life-like properties can emerge in artificial environments.