New Ideas in NCC Research
The search for Neural Correlates of Consciousness (NCCs) is a cornerstone of the Scientific Study of Consciousness. Despite significant progress, foundational questions in NCC research loom large. Experimental paradigms and measurement techniques have been challenged, while novel philosophical, conceptual, methodological, and technological innovations are reshaping the target of inquiry.
In light of these changes, this workshop aims to create a forum for leading experts to discuss and explore novel approaches in NCC research. It aims to spark a discussion of connections between theoretical and empirical advances, and to facilitate the systematic exploration of hitherto unconsidered options across theoretical and empirical paradigms in NCC research.
Next to presentations of new ideas, the workshop hosts co-working sessions for participants to proactively explore synergies and novel directions in small, cross-disciplinary groups. In addition, recall sessions with the speakers will allow groups to engage with each other and the speakers based on collaboratively prepared questions and proposals.
This workshop is held in hybrid format. To participate in the workshop, please apply as explained below.
Date & Time
Date: April 27 – 28, 2026
Time: Programme TBA
Location: BAMΞ, University of Bamberg & Online, Zoom
This workshop is part of BAMΞ's Measurement Theory Sprint.
Invited Speakers
We are very happy to welcome the following invited speakers.
David Chalmers
Prof. Dr.
NYU Center for Mind, Brain, and Consciousness, New York University
Title TBA
- Online
Liad Mudrik
Prof. Dr.
School of Psychological Sciences, Sagol School of Neuroscience, Tel Aviv University
Title TBA
- Online
Athena Demertzi
Prof. Dr.
GIGA Neurosciences & Physiology of Cognition, University of Liège
Title TBA
- Online
Colin Klein
Prof. Dr.
School of Philosophy, Australian National University
Title TBA
- Online
Olivia Carter
Prof. Dr.
School of Psychological Sciences, University of Melbourne
Title TBA
- Online
Theresa Rieger
Institute of Medical Psychology and Systems Neuroscience, University of Münster
Title TBA
Insa Schloßmacher
Dr.
Predictive Processing on Different Hierarchical Dimensions Group, University of Münster
Title TBA
Coworking & Recall Sessions
Exchange between participants of the workshop is an integral part of this workshop. To facilitate this exchange, the workshop comprises coworking and recall sessions. For details, please see the schedule below.
Application
If you would like to participate in this workshop, please apply via the form linked below. Please note that in order to facilitate productive discussions, spaces are limited. We are looking forward to welcoming you!
Schedule
A detailed schedule will be made available in the week before the workshop commences.
Organizers
Antje Peters
Sascha Benjamin Fink
Alex Lepauvre
Johannes Kleiner
Organizing Institutions
- Epilepsy Center Frankfurt Rhine-Main of the Department of Neurology, Center of Neurology and Neurosurgery, University Medicine Frankfurt
- Center for Behavioral Brain Sciences, Otto von Guericke University Magdeburg
- Centre for Philosophy and AI Research {PAIR}, Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg
- University of Glasgow
- Bamberg Mathematical Consciousness Science Initiative (BAMΞ)
Contact
In case of questions, please reach out.
Updates
Updates about this workshop and similar activities are available via:
- Our mailing list, register here.
- Our Google calendar, available here.