What does this research mean for the field?

J.E. Brenner's non-standard logic (logic in reality; LIR) provides a robust formal framework for a naturalistic philosophy of information that overcomes the dualistic limitations of Chalmers' theory in scientifically grounding conscious experience. Novelty: ClaimNovelty.METHODOLOGICAL. Consensus alignment: ConsensusAlignment.NEUTRAL.

What question did this study set out to answer?

To establish a scientific framework for understanding consciousness by addressing shortcomings in dual-aspect theory.

June 18, 2026

A Proposal for Scientific Research on Consciousness Based on a Naturalistic Philosophy of Information

Key Points

To establish a scientific framework for understanding consciousness by addressing shortcomings in dual-aspect theory.
Proposes J.E. Brenner’s non-standard logic to better integrate subjective and objective data.
Analyzes David Chalmers' dual-aspect theory and its reliance on Shannon's information theory.
Explores the implications of integrating non-standard logic into consciousness research.
Identifies limitations in Chalmers’ theory for grounding subjective experiences.
Demonstrates how non-standard logic can enhance the relationship between first-person and third-person perspectives.
Suggests that a transdisciplinary approach could provide new strategies for consciousness research.

Abstract

David Chalmers proposed a dual-aspect theory of information to tackle the hard problem of consciousness, aiming for a scientific framework. However, this approach retains elements of Cartesian dualism and its principles — structural coherence and organizational invariance — are insufficiently robust to scientifically ground subjective experiences. Chalmers’ reliance on Shannon’s information theory, which superficially addresses information from a naturalistic viewpoint, exacerbates this limitation. To overcome these challenges, J.E. Brenner’s non-standard logic (logic in reality; LIR) offers a promising avenue. LIR provides a formal qualitative description of the relationship between third-person and first-person data, addressing key issues in consciousness research. This logic can underpin a naturalistic philosophy of information, offering a transdisciplinary approach that could furnish new strategies for advancing the science of consciousness. By integrating LIR, researchers might better articulate the logical foundations necessary for a comprehensive understanding of conscious experience within a naturalistic framework.

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