Consciousness is a fundamental scientific question of life. Gain a deeper understanding of some of the most definitive evidence in medical science about cortical connectivity and the complexities of the living brain. Welcome!
| Platform |  | Pricing | Freemium | Publishes | Daily |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issues | 173 | Founded | 2 years ago | Last Issue | 8 days ago |
| Active | |||||
Read this Newsletter
bernardbaars.substack.comLatest Issues
Conscious Goals and Their Unconscious Editors
How conscious goal-images activate unconscious goal structures and are edited before action
The Conscious Goal-Image Hypothesis
How Conscious Goals Guide Unconscious Action
Much of voluntary action is unconscious. Consciousness seems to become especially important when routine action encounters uncertainty, competition, or choice.
The bulk of spontaneous problem solving is unconscious. The same is surely...
Who Is Moving Your Hand?
Voluntary action, conscious control, and a revealing observation from the operating room
Neuroscientists have never stopped using words like “voluntary” and “involuntary” to describe some obvious phenomena. Reflexes are obvious examples of...
Global Workspace Theory, AI, and the Lost Baby Test
Wide recognition of Global Workspace Theory is very welcome. But we should be careful not to confuse a useful model of consciousness with consciousness itself.
I am gratified by the current recognition of my Global Workspace Theory of cons...
When Voluntary Control Breaks Down
Why unwanted thoughts, feelings, images, and actions raise fundamental questions about volition
Psychopathology is the study of repeated, dysfunctional errors that are often known to be errors by the person who makes them, “slips” of actio...
Audience Metrics
Subscribers, engagement, traffic and sponsorship for Consciousness & The Brain.
| Subscribers | Engagement | 78 | Monthly Web Visits | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Accepts Sponsors | Estimated Cost per Ad | ||||
Chart Rankings
How this newsletter ranks in the official Substack charts.
| #250 | |
| #44 |
Authors
The writers behind this newsletter.
Cognitive neuroscientist, a founder of the modern science of consciousness & originator of Global Workspace Theory, a well known theory of human cognitive architecture, cortex & consciousness. I teach science, it keeps me out of trouble.
Nat Geld is a writer, editor, producer in mind, brain & behavioral science. Deeply exploring Consciousness & the Brain, Neurobiology of Emotion, and Your Body's Intelligence to reveal what's beneath the surface; the essence of our interconnectedness.
Frequently Asked Questions
How can I access the email archive for Consciousness & The Brain?
You can find recent issues that have been published by Consciousness & The Brain on Reletter by scrolling up to where it says Latest Issues. Tap on the link for any of the most recent emails or hit More Issues to see older ones.
How many subscribers does Consciousness & The Brain have?
To see how many people subscribe to Consciousness & The Brain, simply upgrade your Reletter account. We provide readership numbers and lots of other stats for this newsletter so you can decide if it's worth reaching out to.
How can I advertise in Consciousness & The Brain?
Newsletter advertising can be extremely effective when it's done right. Before you pitch Consciousness & The Brain as a potential sponsor or partner, make sure that you've done your research and checked its newsletter stats with Reletter.
Then, personalize one of our winning pitching templates and send it to the right person using the contact info provided.
How much does it cost to sponsor a publication like Consciousness & The Brain?
Newsletter ad rates (or CPM) vary depending on many factors, including industry, number of subscribers, open rate, ad placement and more.
To find out how much an ad will cost, contact Consciousness & The Brain using the contact information provided and ask for a copy of their media kit.
How can I find newsletters related to Consciousness & The Brain?
Scroll up to where it says Related Newsletters to see other publications like Consciousness & The Brain. You can also search our email newsletter directory to discover other newsletters that cover the topics you're interested in.
How do I contact Consciousness & The Brain?
Reletter provides this newsletter's website URL above, where you will often find their contact information. We also provide links to associated social media accounts and pitching templates so you can reach out fast.