Date of Award
8-2022
Degree Type
Thesis
Degree Name
Master of Arts (MA)
Department
Philosophy
First Advisor
Daniel Weiskopf
Second Advisor
Andrea Scarantino
Abstract
In this thesis, I defend the explanatory force of algorithmic information processing models in cognitive neuroscience. I describe the algorithmic approach to cognitive explanation, its relation to Shea’s theory of cognitive representation, and challenges stemming from neuronal population analysis and dimensionality reduction. I then consider competing interpretations of some neuroscientific data that have been central to the debate. I argue in favor of a sequenced computational explanation of the phenomenon, contra Burnston. Finally, I argue that insights from theoretical neuroscience allow us to understand why dimensionality reduction does not militate against localizing distinct contents to distinct components of functioning brain systems.
DOI
https://doi.org/10.57709/29528410
Recommended Citation
Kinsey, Spencer, "A Defense of Algorithmic Homuncularism." Thesis, Georgia State University, 2022.
doi: https://doi.org/10.57709/29528410
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