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Randall D Beer^1,2

¹Indiana University, Cognitive Science Program, Program for Neuroscience, Department of Informatics, Luddy School of Informatics, Computing, and Engineering.

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This reflection marks the Artificial Life journal's 30th anniversary, assessing the field's current state and future trajectory. It aims to foster critical discussions on the evolution of Artificial Life research and its direction.

Keywords:

Critique future history

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Area of Science:

Artificial Life (ALife) research.
Interdisciplinary scientific field.

Background:

Celebrating the 30th anniversary of the Artificial Life journal.
Personal reflections on engagement with the field of Artificial Life.
Assessment of the current status of Artificial Life research.

Discussion:

Critical conversations on the trajectory of Artificial Life.
Examining the historical development and future potential of ALife.

Key Insights:

The field of Artificial Life is at a critical juncture.
Personal perspective on the evolution of ALife.
The need for continued critical dialogue within the ALife community.

Outlook:

Vision for the future development of Artificial Life.
Stimulating necessary critical conversations about ALife's future.
Guiding the next phase of research in Artificial Life.