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Eric Schwitzgebel and Jeremy Pober assert in a new working paper that consciousness is likely possible in life forms made of very different stuff than flesh and blood.
University of California, Riverside; University of Lisbon
Who
Eric Schwitzgebel, Jeremy Pober
What
Eric Schwitzgebel and Jeremy Pober assert in a new working paper that consciousness is likely possible in life forms made of very different stuff than flesh and blood.
When
Thu, 11 Jun 2026 12:20:01 GMT · 2h 45m ago
Where
University of California, Riverside; University of Lisbon ·
Why
The authors explore the philosophical notion of "substrate flexibility," arguing that consciousness, like other properties, can be achieved with different kinds of materials.
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This research broadens the understanding of consciousness beyond Earth-based biology, suggesting potential for conscious AI or extraterrestrial life and challenging anthropocentric views on intelligence.
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