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Consciousness is related to science as a subject of inquiry, where the 'easy problems' are addressed by standard scientific methods [1], while the 'hard problem' remains a significant challenge for current scientific frameworks {fact:1, fact:4}. Furthermore, perspectives like panpsychism and the views of figures like Galen Strawson highlight the ongoing debate regarding whether consciousness can be fully described by existing scientific paradigms or requires a revolutionary shift {fact:2, fact:5, fact:6}.
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Hard Problem of Consciousness | Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy iep.utm.edu 2 facts
claimThe 'easy problems' of consciousness are the problems of explaining the function, dynamics, and structure of consciousness, which can be addressed using the usual methods of science.
claimTemporary mysterians and permanent mysterians agree that there is a real gap between consciousness and the physical, and that current science seems unable to solve the problem.
Critique of Panpsychism: Philosophical Coherence and Scientific ... thequran.love 2 facts
perspectivePanpsychists argue that science is not solely about prediction but also about understanding, and if panpsychism increases the understanding of consciousness and its place in nature, it possesses significant theoretical virtue even if direct testing is difficult.
claimPanpsychism occupies a boundary between metaphysics and science, as it is motivated by the empirical phenomenon of consciousness but remains empirically indistinguishable using current tools.
Panpsychism (Stanford Encyclopedia of Philosophy/Fall 2015 Edition) plato.stanford.edu 2 facts
claimDavid Chalmers claims that the explanation of consciousness presents a uniquely difficult problem for science.
perspectiveGalen Strawson suggests that only a revolutionary development in physics would allow consciousness to be discerned and described by science.