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    Cerebrum : the Dana Forum on Brain Science
    |September 14, 2018
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    This review explores the intersection of Buddhist introspection and neuroscience. It highlights how both disciplines empirically examine the mind, consciousness, and self through different methodologies.

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    Area of Science:

    • Neuroscience
    • Buddhist Philosophy
    • Cognitive Science

    Background:

    • Buddhism offers a 2000-year history of empirical mind investigation via introspection.
    • Neuroscience utilizes third-person scientific observation for studying the mind.
    • A dialogue between a Buddhist monk/molecular biologist and a neuroscientist is presented.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To explore the convergence of Buddhist contemplative practices and neuroscience.
    • To compare and contrast introspective and observational methods of studying the mind.
    • To discuss key concepts such as consciousness, self, and neuroplasticity from dual perspectives.

    Main Methods:

    • Comparative analysis of Buddhist introspective techniques and neuroscientific research methods.

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  • Discussion of subjective experience (first-person) and objective observation (third-person).
  • Review of a book presenting perspectives from both a Buddhist monk and a neuroscientist.

    • Main Results:

    • Both Buddhism and science empirically investigate the mind, albeit through different approaches.
    • The book bridges the gap between subjective, introspective understanding and objective, scientific observation.
    • Key topics like consciousness, self, free will, and neuroplasticity are examined through this interdisciplinary lens.

    Conclusions:

    • Introspection and scientific observation are complementary methods for understanding the mind.
    • Integrating insights from Buddhism and neuroscience can deepen our comprehension of consciousness and the self.
    • The book offers a unique framework for exploring the mind's complexities.