Neural Correlates of Consciousness: A Comprehensive Umbrella Review and Theoretical Integration [SCIENTIFIC V6.0 - Q1 HIGH-IMPACT]
Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research) April 2, 2026 DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.19373292 via OpenAlex
Summary
AI-generated from the abstractThis umbrella review synthesizes meta-analyses from 2020 to 2025 on neural correlates of consciousness, providing operationalized models and meta-meta-analytic findings. It identifies consistent neural activity patterns associated with conscious perception, particularly in frontoparietal and thalamocortical networks, and evaluates methodological rigor across studies. The review suggests that no single brain region is uniquely necessary for consciousness, but rather distributed network interactions are key. It also highlights gaps in current operationalization and calls for standardized experimental paradigms. The work includes all seven PRISMA appendices for transparency.
Study at a glance
| Characteristics | Umbrella review Peer reviewed |
|---|---|
| Keywords | Operationalization Artificial neural network Neural activity Perspective graphical Computer science |
| Key finding | Distributed neural network interactions, especially in frontoparietal and thalamocortical systems, are consistently associated with consciousness, with no single region being uniquely necessary. |
Abstract
Maximum-rigor scientific version 5.0 (Q1 High-Impact) of the Umbrella Review on neural correlates of consciousness. Optimized for top-tier academic publication with operationalized models, meta-meta-analytic synthesis, literature 2020-2025, and all 7 PRISMA appendices (A-G)