TBH hosts session on nature of consciousness, long-standing mind–body problem

ISLAMABAD, Mar 14 (APP):The Black Hole (TBH), a non-profit organisation, hosted a thought-provoking session on the nature of consciousness and the long-standing mind–body problem, exploring the relationship between the human mind and the physical brain.

The event brought together students and intellectual enthusiasts for an engaging discussion on one of the most profound questions in philosophy and science: how thoughts, emotions and subjective experiences emerge from the biological processes of the brain.

Participants reflected on centuries-old philosophical debates alongside modern insights from neuroscience and cognitive science to better understand the nature of awareness and mental life.

The speaker, Iqbal, a retired civil servant with a deep intellectual interest in philosophy, history, social sciences and political economy, led the discussion.

Drawing on his extensive experience in public service and his engagement with scholarly thought, he offered analytical perspectives on both classical philosophical ideas and contemporary scientific approaches to consciousness.

The discussion was moderated by Umair Gurchani, a graduate of the Lahore University of Management Sciences (LUMS) and a knowledge enthusiast. He facilitated the dialogue and encouraged participants to engage with the complex questions surrounding the origins and nature of human consciousness.

The session provided participants with an opportunity to explore interdisciplinary perspectives on the mind–brain relationship and stimulated thoughtful dialogue on one of the most fundamental questions about human existence.