Search for dissertations about: "neural correlates of consciousness"
Showing result 1 - 5 of 6 swedish dissertations containing the words neural correlates of consciousness.
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1. Electrophysiological correlates of consciousness
Abstract : How does the brain enable us to experience seeing or hearing a stimulus? If a stimulus is repeatedly presented at the awareness threshold, subjects will report that they are aware of the stimulus on half of the presentations. Electroencephalography (EEG) can be used to non-invasively record neural activity as event-related potentials (ERPs). READ MORE
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2. The conscious brain : Empirical investigations of the neural correlates of perceptual awareness
Abstract : Although consciousness has been studied since ancient time, how the brain implements consciousness is still considered a great mystery by most. This thesis investigates the neural correlates of consciousness by measuring brain activity with functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) while specific contents of consciousness are defined and maintained in various experimental settings. READ MORE
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3. Experience without self : Phenomenology and neural correlates of selflessness
Abstract : The present dissertation project concerns the relationship between self and consciousness. Specifically, it concerns the phenomenal sense of self and if this is a necessary component of all experience or not. READ MORE
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4. Dream affect : Conceptual and Methodological Issues in the Study of Emotions and Moods Experienced in Dreams
Abstract : We experience affect—emotions and mood—not only when we are awake but alsoduring dreaming. Despite considerable research, existing theories and empiricalfindings disagree about the frequency, nature, and correlates of dream affect. In thisthesis, I discuss the conceptual and methodological issues that underlie thesediscrepancies. READ MORE
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5. Neuroimaging Consciousness: What happens in the brain when we become aware of what we percieve?
Abstract : Although consciousness has been studied since the beginning of the history of psychology, how the brain implements consciousness is seen as one of the last great mysteries. This thesis investigates neural correlates of consciousness by measuring brain activity while specific contents of consciousness are defined and maintained. READ MORE