2006 Articles

Mind and Reality: A multidisciplinary Symposium on consciousness

Pollack, Robert

In "Mind and Reality: A Multidisciplinary Symposium on Consciousness," Robert Pollack explores the ethical implications of scientific understanding, particularly in relation to human mortality and the search for meaning. He discusses the limitations of Western science in addressing existential questions and suggests that a multidisciplinary approach, including insights from Buddhism and other philosophical traditions, can provide a more comprehensive understanding of consciousness. Pollack argues that while science excels at explaining natural phenomena, it often falls short in addressing the deeper questions of purpose and ethics that are central to human life.