A new study reveals the neural dynamics of consciousness. Using AI and advanced imaging in mice, scientists have identified a “conscious variable” and the metastable patterns that define the awake brain.
Can unconscious mental imagery exist? A new paper explores the evidence for a ‘blind mind’s eye’ in aphantasia, questioning if some people have images they just aren’t aware of.
Explore the origin of consciousness with a fascinating new theory combining neuroscience and evolution. Discover how our brain’s dynamic energy and need for social connection sparked the unique flame of human self-awareness.
Can there be a general theory of consciousness that applies to both humans and AI? A new paper argues that AI forces science to move beyond brain-centered models, proposing a “dual-resolution framework” where consciousness is the subjective experience of any informationally autonomous system.
What is the true value of consciousness? A new paper argues our inner world is not just functional, but sublime, changing how we view moral worth.