Neurobiological foundations of consciousness and the unified field theory: A philosophical analysis
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https://doi.org/10.15448/1984-6746.2015.2.21512Keywords:
Consciousness. Unified Field Theory. Philosophy of Neuroscience. Philosophy of Biology. Philosophy of Mind.Abstract
In this article, we analyze António Damásio’s and Gerald Edelman’s approaches to consciousness, drawing a parallel with the philosophical theses presented by John Searle. We also appeal to Bennett’s and Hacker’s criticisms as a touchstone of the viability of some theses. In this manner, we present a systematic review of Damásio’s, Edelman’s, and Searle’s torks in order to promote a productive dialogue between the ideas defended by those authorse which, according to our interpretation, assume a unified field theory of consciousness.
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