
Neuroscientist Adam Zeman - The New Science of Imagination
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Mind Meets Matter: Exploring Consciousness
This chapter explores the intersection of neuroscience and philosophy, focusing on how historical philosophers might approach contemporary inquiries into the human mind and consciousness. It investigates the complexities of imagination, self-observation, and the mind-body problem while discussing innovations in neuroscience like fMRI and PET scans that reveal the brain's activity during imagination. The chapter further delves into concepts like Aphantasia and the default mode network, highlighting how these ideas enhance our understanding of human cognition and creativity.
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