Exploring Hybrid and Advanced Methods for Enhancing Computational Intelligence Through Multi-Paradigm Integration of Symbolic Reasoning Probabilistic Modeling and Deep Learning Architectures
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Computational intelligence, Symbolic reasoning, Probabilistic modeling, Deep Learning, Multi-paradigm integration, Hybrid systems, Interpretability, Knowledge representation, Neural-symbolic systems, Cognitive AIAbstract
Recent advancements in computational intelligence have underscored the limitations of single-paradigm systems in solving complex, real-world problems. The integration of symbolic reasoning, probabilistic modeling, and deep learning offers a promising path toward more robust, interpretable, and adaptive AI architectures. This research investigates hybrid and advanced multi-paradigm methods to enhance computational intelligence, focusing on synergistic frameworks that bridge symbolic logic with statistical inference and neural representations. Using analytical modeling, architectural design, and benchmark comparisons, we demonstrate how integrative systems can outperform conventional approaches in terms of adaptability, scalability, and semantic transparency. Our findings contribute to the development of intelligent systems that better reflect human-like cognitive processes and support trustworthy AI.
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