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Ned Block

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Ned Block · Philosophy & Social Sciences

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American philosopher of mind, theories of consciousness

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1942, New York City, United States

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United States

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Ned Block is recognized among Jewish contributors to Philosophy & Social Sciences — American philosopher of mind, theories of consciousness

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Ned Block is an American philosopher of mind at New York University known for his work on consciousness, notably the distinction between 'access consciousness' and 'phenomenal consciousness' and his critique of functionalism. His arguments reshaped debates about the nature of subjective experience. He is Jewish.

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Source: Jinfo.org — Jews in Philosophy

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American philosopher of mind, theories of consciousness

1942

Source: Jinfo.org — Jews in Philosophy