International Conference on Philosophy of Mind and Consciousness

This track delves into the multifaceted concept of consciousness, examining its definitions, theories, and implications within philosophical discourse. Participants will engage with contemporary debates surrounding the nature of conscious experience and its relevance to cognitive science.

This session focuses on the enduring philosophical challenge of the mind-body problem, exploring dualism, physicalism, and alternative perspectives. Scholars will analyze how these frameworks influence our understanding of human identity and experience.

This track investigates the philosophical underpinnings of self and identity, addressing questions of personal continuity and the nature of the self. Discussions will encompass historical and contemporary theories, including those from existentialism and phenomenology.

This session examines the relationship between awareness and perception, considering how these concepts shape our understanding of reality. Participants will engage with philosophical perspectives that illuminate the complexities of sensory experience and cognitive processing.

This track explores the intersection of cognitive science and philosophy, focusing on how empirical research informs philosophical inquiries into the mind. Scholars will discuss the implications of cognitive theories for traditional philosophical questions about consciousness and thought.

This session invites participants to explore the nature of thought from various philosophical viewpoints, including analytic and continental traditions. Discussions will highlight the implications of different theories of thought for understanding human cognition and behavior.

This track investigates the interplay between emotion and consciousness, considering how emotional states influence awareness and perception. Participants will engage with philosophical theories that address the significance of emotions in shaping human experience.

This session addresses the ethical implications of consciousness, exploring questions about moral status and the rights of conscious beings. Scholars will discuss how philosophical theories of consciousness inform ethical frameworks in social and political contexts.

This track examines the implications of artificial intelligence for traditional philosophical questions about the mind and consciousness. Participants will explore how advancements in AI challenge our understanding of cognition, selfhood, and ethical considerations.

This session focuses on phenomenological approaches to understanding consciousness and existence, emphasizing lived experience as a foundation for philosophical inquiry. Scholars will engage with key figures in phenomenology and their contributions to the philosophy of mind.

This track explores how different cultural contexts shape philosophical understandings of consciousness and self. Participants will discuss the implications of diverse philosophical traditions for contemporary debates in the philosophy of mind.