indeterminacy in brain and behavior

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determinism is impossible to prove, because it is an all-encompassing claim. what remains puzzling is whether instances of observed indeterminacy are the result of a lack of sufficient knowledge, or a true reflection of fundamental realities.

neuroeconomist paul glimcher's work at NYU on the neurobiology of choice-making, among other issues, is fascinating:

www.cns.nyu.edu/~glimcher/index.html

www.cns.nyu.edu/~glimcher/pubs.html



this review from 2005 accumulates information about indeterminacy in brain and behavior, and is worth your attention:

arjournals.annualreviews.org/epr...1429

i recommend that all diehard determinists read this review and take a moment to ponder its implications.
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