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#206 – Anil Seth on the predictive brain and how to study consciousness

80,000 Hours Podcast

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Understanding Split-Brain Studies

This chapter explores the historical significance and outcomes of split-brain surgeries conducted in the 60s and 70s, particularly in relation to consciousness and daily functioning. It highlights the complexities of how information is processed between the brain's hemispheres, raising thought-provoking questions about the nature of consciousness and the potential for independent perception.

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