Walter Ashby Ross Ashby

Walter Ashby Ross Ashby was a pioneering British scientist known for his work in cybernetics and systems theory. He studied how complex systems—like brains, ecosystems, or organizations—maintain stability and adapt through feedback mechanisms. His key idea was that systems regulate themselves by constantly adjusting based on information they receive, much like how a thermostat controls temperature. Ashby’s work helps us understand the principles behind learning, decision-making, and resilience in both natural and artificial systems, providing a scientific foundation for fields like neuroscience, engineering, and management.