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“How does the water of the brain turn into the wine of consciousness?”

Quote by David Chalmers

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David Chalmers is a renowned philosopher known for his research in cognitive science and philosophy. His work focuses on consciousness, epistemology, and the philosophy of mind, particularly in exploring the nature and philosophical questions of consciousness. more

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