The book entitled “Lectures on Intelligent Systems”, co-authored with Sara Silva, LASIGE integrated member, and Leonardo Vanneschi, LASIGE former member, published by Springer, was reviewed by the Genetic Programming and Evolvable Machines, a journal dedicated to the automatic evolution of software and hardware.

Beatrice M. Ombuki-Berman, the author of the review, begins her analysis by saying “In an era defined by the rapid advancement of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML), “Lectures on Intelligent Systems” by Leonardo Vanneschi and Sara Silva stands out as a key introductory resource. Both authors bring a wealth of exper tise to the text, with Vanneschi’s research on geometric semantic Genetic Programming (GP) and Silva’s work on multiclass GP laying a strong foundation for the thorough and insightful treatment of these subjects within the book. Their joint contributions to the field of GP are reflected in the comprehensive and nuanced exploration of the topic”.

Ombuki-Berman concludes “Lectures on Intelligent Systems” provides a nuanced introduction to computational intelligence, balancing foundational topics with deeper dives into specific areas like GA and GP. While it may not serve as a standalone reference for these complex subjects, it encourages further exploration, making it a compelling addition to academic and professional libraries alike. Through their active research, Vanneschi and Silva offer fresh perspectives and authoritative guidance, cementing this text’s place as a recommended resource for anyone venturing into the dynamic landscape of computational intelligence”.

The full review is available here.