Chapter 11, Identity Crisis, p. 213
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A big advantage of the serial-number approach to identity is that things stay the same even as they change.
— Brian Hayes (scientist)
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About Brian Hayes (scientist)
Brian Hayes (born 10 December 1949) is an American scientist, columnist and author. He is a senior writer and regular columnist for the magazine American Scientist, and was editor in chief for the magazine from 1990 to 1992.
About Brian Hayes (scientist)
Brian Hayes (born 10 December 1949) is an American scientist, columnist and author. He is a senior writer and regular columnist for the magazine American Scientist, and was editor in chief for the magazine from 1990 to 1992.
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