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Theories of Consciousness (Part I)

Explore diverse theories of consciousness including materialism, dualism, panpsychism, idealism and diverse ways of thinking about consciousness from the perspectives of neuroscience, philosophy, wisdom traditions. Compare and contrast diverse theories of consciousness as they are arrayed on a “Landscape of Consciousness”.

Can Psi Affect Consciousness Theories?

If psi phenomena are real and without explanation in physics – telepathy, clairvoyance, precognition, psychokinesis – what would that suggest about the nature of consciousness, and which theories would be more consistent? We do not address whether or not psi phenomena are real, other than calling for critical thinking.

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Can AI Become Conscious? (Part I)

AI consciousness, its possibility or probability, has burst into public debate, eliciting all kinds of issues from AI ethics and rights to AI going rogue and harming humanity. We explore diverse views; we argue that AI consciousness depends on theories of consciousness.

ASU Project Design / Methods / Results: Progress & Challenges (Part II)

Art Seeking Understanding (ASU): Closer To Truth tracks on-going ASU projects seeking modes of discovery and ways to deepen understanding. We focus on each project’s design, experimental and/or experiential; methods employed and processes followed; and reported results and analysis to date. Covered are projects in cognitive science, philosophy, history, literature, music, theology, religion, and more.

ASU Project Design / Methods / Results: Progress & Challenges (Part I)

Art Seeking Understanding (ASU): Closer To Truth tracks on-going ASU projects seeking modes of discovery and ways to deepen understanding. We focus on each project’s design, experimental and/or experiential; methods employed and processes followed; and reported results and analysis to date. Covered are projects in cognitive science, philosophy, history, literature, music, theology, religion, and more.

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