Thomas Metzinger’s philosophy of mind:

neurophenomenology, artificial consciousness and pessimism

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https://doi.org/10.24310/Claridadescrf.v15i2.15061

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Thomas Metzinger, materialsm, neurophenomenology, transparent self-model, ego tunnel

Abstract

In this article we review Thomas Metzinger’s neurophenomenological method and its ability to respond to some problems in philosophy of mind, avoiding difficulties present in other kinds of materialism. Metzinger defines mental states according to brain states, however, unlike eliminative materialism, he does consider phenomenal experience as real and rejects its conceptual or epistemic reduction. This peculiarity saves his proposal
from criticisms such as that of José Ignacio Murillo or Graham Harman, which seem directed at other types of materialisms. Therefore, we consider it necessary to rethink the ethical consequences of the categorical denial of free
will and the affirmation of the possibility of conscious artificial machines that Metzinger’s proposal entails.

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Published

2023-07-17

How to Cite

Curbera Luis, J. (2023). Thomas Metzinger’s philosophy of mind: : neurophenomenology, artificial consciousness and pessimism. Claridades. Revista De filosofía, 15(2), 75–101. https://doi.org/10.24310/Claridadescrf.v15i2.15061