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The microconsciousness theory is a specific theoretical framework that attempts to explain the nature and emergence of consciousness {fact:2, fact:3, fact:8}. It posits that consciousness is composed of smaller, independent modules or 'micro-consciousnesses' rather than requiring high-level system complexity {fact:6, fact:7, fact:8}.
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Global Versus Local Theories of Consciousness and the ... link.springer.com 5 facts
claimIn the micro-consciousness theory framework, neither top-down influences nor long-distance neural connections are required for the emergence of consciousness.
claimSemir Zeki’s theory of microconsciousness is categorized as a local theory of consciousness.
claimSemir Zeki's 'microconsciousness theory' posits that minimal neural networks are capable of supporting a form of consciousness.
claimCritics of the micro-consciousness theory argue that processing by neural subsystems is a necessary but not sufficient condition for consciousness.
claimMicroconsciousness theory posits that consciousness does not require high levels of system complexity but rather the replication of 'perceptual sites' in vitro, allowing experience to emerge from local brain activity.
The function(s) of consciousness: an evolutionary perspective frontiersin.org 2 facts
perspectiveZeki (2003) proposes a view of consciousness as 'small,' constructed of smaller modules or 'micro-consciousnesses,' where each module is independently capable of producing conscious sensations.
claimUnder the 'micro-consciousness' theory, explaining the function of any single module would be sufficient to explain consciousness as a phenomenon.
Non-physicalist Theories of Consciousness cambridge.org 1 fact
claimIf an epistemic gap undermines the physicalist claim that consciousness is constituted by the physical, it should also undermine the dual-aspect panpsychist claim that consciousness is constituted by microconsciousness.