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science1 year ago•12 min saved

"Insights on Consciousness from Neuroscientist Christof Koch"

Famed neuroscientist Christof Koch spoke at UC Santa Barbara about consciousness, emphasizing the challenges of studying it and the importance of Integrated Information Theory (IIT). He discussed the neural correlates of consciousness, the hard problem of consciousness, and the limitations of functionalism. Koch also highlighted the potential of psychedelics in understanding consciousness and his interest in their therapeutic value, rapid impact on conscious experience, and potential to reveal truths about existence.

via Santa Barbara Edhat|

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science-and-philosophy1 year ago•5 min saved

"Neuroscientist's Shift on Physical Consciousness View"

Neuroscientist Christof Koch, a proponent of physicalism, now suggests that consciousness cannot be explained solely through physical processes and requires an additional postulation of "experience." He argues for a new understanding of consciousness and the mind, emphasizing the need for better metaphysics and philosophy. Koch also delves into the challenges of defining consciousness, suggesting that it may be beyond linguistic explanation and closer to us than words can convey. This shift in perspective prompts a reevaluation of the nature of consciousness and reality itself.

via Walter Bradley Center for Natural and Artificial Intelligence|

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