Combining Philosophers

Ideas for Rescher,N/Oppenheim,P, Porphyry and G Edelman / G Tononi

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18. Thought / B. Mechanics of Thought / 3. Modularity of Mind

4928	Brain complexity balances segregation and integration, like a good team of specialists [Edelman/Tononi]

18. Thought / B. Mechanics of Thought / 4. Language of Thought

4927	Information-processing views of the brain assume the existence of 'information', and dubious brain codes [Edelman/Tononi]

18. Thought / C. Content / 6. Broad Content

4922	Consciousness involves interaction with persons and the world, as well as brain functions [Edelman/Tononi]

18. Thought / D. Concepts / 2. Origin of Concepts / a. Origin of concepts

5793	Concepts and generalisations result from brain 'global mapping' by 'reentry' [Edelman/Tononi, by Searle]

4926	Concepts arise when the brain maps its own activities [Edelman/Tononi]