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Philip Goff: Is Physics Different in the Brain?

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Is There a Modified Version of the Cor Theory?

There is no evidence to support a modified version of the cor theory which allows strong emergence in the brain. Reflection on physics does not counterbalance the philosophical arguments of strong emergence. If these arguments work then you'll factor them in from the start of theorizing, and you'll never reach yau position where you end up with a scientific theory inconsistent with strong emergence. The only thing we should be discussing are those philosophical arguments, right? Don't pretend there's something in physics that's giving us reason to doubt those arguments. But again, you know, barry kicked off by saying theycrap arguments. 32% of philosophers accept those arguments, 52%. As against 52 % who do

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