Sensory Integration and the Unity of Consciousness

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Philosophers and cognitive scientists explore the intricate relationships among the senses and the connections between conscious experiences that create unified wholes. This volume delves into two interrelated aspects of the mind: how different senses interact and how various conscious experiences combine to form cohesive states of awareness. Contributors investigate how information from one sense can influence the processing of information from others and how unified consciousness arises from interconnected experiences. This work is groundbreaking, as it integrates scientific and philosophical perspectives on sensory integration and consciousness. Recent advancements in philosophy and perception science have challenged the notion that sensory systems operate in isolation. The contributors discuss the concept of "multisensory" perception, addressing topics such as multisensory integration modeling and the philosophical implications of sensory modalities. There is also a growing interest in the unity of consciousness, with contributors examining the nature of this unity, the extent of conscious experience integration, and its relationship to the self. The diverse group of contributors includes notable figures such as Tim Bayne, David J. Bennett, and Jennifer Matey, among others.