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Introduction:

Consciousness, the phenomenon central to all human experience, has captivated the human intellect for centuries. Its exploration has transcended disciplinary boundaries, embracing philosophy, neuroscience, psychology, physics, and the wisdom of ancient traditions. In our quest to unravel its mysteries, the Mind, Brain, and Consciousness Conference at IIT Mandi proudly presents a special session dedicated to "Theories of Consciousness."

Session Highlights:

• Interdisciplinary Exploration: This session transcends disciplinary boundaries, uniting experts from philosophy, neuroscience, psychology, and more. We invite you to engage in captivating discussions that bridge these fields, enriching our understanding of consciousness from multiple angles.
• Theoretical Foundations: Delve into the core theories that seek to explain consciousness, including the Integrated Information Theory (IIT), Global Workspace Theory, Predictive Processing, and the profound implications of quantum approaches. Explore the distinctions between phenomenal and access consciousness and examine the neurobiological correlates that underpin our awareness.
• Panpsychism and Traditional Wisdom: Explore the fascinating intersection of panpsychism and traditional Indian knowledge systems. Gain insights into the age-old philosophical notions of consciousness that find resonance in contemporary debates.
• Future Directions: Join us in contemplating the future of consciousness studies, particularly in the context of emerging technologies, artificial intelligence, and the metaverse. Investigate how these innovations challenge and reshape our understanding of consciousness and reality.

Call for Participation:

We extend a warm invitation to researchers, scholars, students, and enthusiasts to participate in this enlightening exploration. We welcome not only theoretical contributions but also empirical research that advances our comprehension of consciousness.

Additionally, for this special session, we invite individuals to nominate their students, postdoctoral researchers, or trusted colleagues to share their work. Your contributions will spark fresh insights, encourage interdisciplinary collaboration, and propel the study of consciousness into new horizons.

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Important Information:

Kindly submit your extended abstract at : https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1pqZr-wMKpPcScq1kkcv-HrQ2_ss83a3U?usp=drive_link

You may find details of the format and other information about the conference at http://iksmha.iitmandi.ac.in/mbcc

Word limit for extended abstracts: 1000 words (up to 3 pages including tables and figures and excluding references)

Deadline :

Every submission will be reviewed by at least two researchers in this field. As per the guidelines of the organizing team of MBCC-2023, we will select around 6 articles for presentation in this special session of MBCC-2023 at IIT Mandi.

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Contact:

Dr. Venkatesh Chembrolu (cvenky@gmail.com/+1-650-796-0603)