July 2016 PMID 27225071

Integrated information theory: from consciousness to its physical substrate.

Giulio Tononi, Melanie Boly, Marcello Massimini, Christof Koch

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The discussions emphasize the empirical testability of the theory, with mentions of its predictions from the publication, and references to its influence in major scientific journals, which demonstrates both curiosity and support. The tone and wording convey admiration, curiosity, and a focus on scientific validation, indicating a positive but cautious reception and recognition of its potential significance.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussion participants acknowledge the empirical predictions and scientific rigor of the publication, indicating moderate support for its ideas.

InterestHigh interest

The focus on consciousness and measurable properties sparks significant curiosity among participants, reflecting high interest.

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While some posts reference specific sections like the Predictions, overall engagement remains moderate, with some users sharing endorsements or brief summaries.

ImpactModerate impact

The discussion suggests the article could influence future research and understanding of consciousness, but concrete impacts remain preliminary.

Abstract in brief

  • Integrated information theory explains how consciousness relates to brain activity by focusing on the properties of our experiences and the physical brain that supports them.
  • It proposes that the brain's physical substrate must have the highest level of internal cause-and-effect power to generate conscious experience, and it offers ways to measure both the quality and amount of consciousness.
  • The theory makes some surprising predictions and can help create new methods to evaluate consciousness in patients who cannot communicate.

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Andrea Lavazza
@AndreaLavazza · X

@Molly_Brook_ @apsullivan @gridflay @pradeu Tononi G, Boly M, Massimini M, et al. Integrated information theory: from consciousness to its physical substrate. Nat Rev Neurosci 2016;17:450-461.

Mar 18, 2019 · 2 likes · 686 followers View post →
Marianne Sweeny
@msweeny · X

@darth_na Or the magazine Nature :) https://t.co/Pb0t2SJHYH

Oct 10, 2020 · 1 like · 2,557 followers View post →
Amir-massoud Farahmand
@SoloGen · X

@cunha_tristan I don't know much about IIT (more than reading a few papers), but the authors have some explicit empirical predictions, which can be falsified. See, for example, the Predictions section of "Integrated information theory: from consciousness to its physical substrate," 2016.

Sep 16, 2023 · 5,596 followers View post →
electricnoøne
@electricnoone · X

Giulio Tononi: Consciousness as Integrated Information (2016) https://t.co/bwtwfR8AwI Giulio Tononi: Integrated information theory: from consciousness to its physical substrate (2016) https://t.co/E3G45ZUYj3 Giulio Tononi https://t.co/ptiy9gD7AD https://t.co/9FrO5K7IFI

Apr 3, 2020 View post →

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Amir-massoud Farahmand
@SoloGen · X

@cunha_tristan I don't know much about IIT (more than reading a few papers), but the authors have some explicit empirical predictions, which can be falsified. See, for example, the Predictions section of "Integrated information theory: from consciousness to its physical substrate," 2016.

Sep 16, 2023 · 5,596 followers View post →
Marianne Sweeny
@msweeny · X

@darth_na Or the magazine Nature :) https://t.co/Pb0t2SJHYH

Oct 10, 2020 · 1 like · 2,557 followers View post →
electricnoøne
@electricnoone · X

Giulio Tononi: Consciousness as Integrated Information (2016) https://t.co/bwtwfR8AwI Giulio Tononi: Integrated information theory: from consciousness to its physical substrate (2016) https://t.co/E3G45ZUYj3 Giulio Tononi https://t.co/ptiy9gD7AD https://t.co/9FrO5K7IFI

Apr 3, 2020 View post →
Andrea Lavazza
@AndreaLavazza · X

@Molly_Brook_ @apsullivan @gridflay @pradeu Tononi G, Boly M, Massimini M, et al. Integrated information theory: from consciousness to its physical substrate. Nat Rev Neurosci 2016;17:450-461.

Mar 18, 2019 · 2 likes · 686 followers View post →