consciousness ↔ E.J. Lowe

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E.J. Lowe is related to consciousness through his philosophical work, specifically his critique of substance dualism [1], his assertion that consciousness is a prerequisite for thought-based reports [2], and his academic discourse regarding the definition of consciousness versus awareness [3].

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Moving Forward on the Problem of Consciousness - David Chalmers consc.net Journal of Consciousness Studies 2 facts

claimE.J. Lowe holds that true reports and discriminations can only be made by systems with the capacity for thought, which requires consciousness.

claimE.J. Lowe, Max Velmans, and Benjamin Libet have expressed concerns regarding David Chalmers' use of the term 'awareness' as a functionally defined concept distinct from consciousness.

Dualism (Stanford Encyclopedia of Philosophy/Winter 2016 Edition) plato.stanford.edu Howard Robinson · Stanford Encyclopedia of Philosophy 1 fact

claimE. J. Lowe's theory of substance dualism differs from René Descartes's because Lowe does not define the person as a purely mental substance defined solely by thought or consciousness.

Hard Problem of Consciousness | Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy iep.utm.edu Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy 1 fact

referenceE.J. Lowe authored 'Subjects of Experience', published in 1996 by Cambridge University Press.