On the role of theories in consciousness science.
Commun Psychol November 26, 2025 DOI: 10.1038/s44271-025-00361-z via PubMed Central
Summary
AI-generated from the abstractThe field of consciousness science is poised for major progress due to recent empirical and theoretical developments, growing interest, and advances in neuroscience. The role of theories in this maturing discipline warrants careful examination.
Study at a glance
| Characteristics | Theoretical or philosophical paper Peer reviewed |
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| Key finding | Consciousness science is entering an age of unprecedented opportunity, and the role of theories in this maturing field deserves closer scrutiny. |
Abstract
Consciousness Science is entering an age of unprecedented opportunity, thanks to recent empirical and theoretical advances, increasing interest in the topic, and technological advances in neuroscience. The role theories will play in a maturing science of consciousness deserves a closer look.