Mind or Brain? Matter or Spirit? | Luis O. Jimenez-Rodriguez | TEDxPurdueU

Although contrasting theories like Dualism and Materialism have attempted to propose explanations, the puzzle remains unresolved. Join Professor Luis Jimenez-Rodríguez as he delves into this question, while navigating the intersection of Neuroscience and Philosophy. A professor at the Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico and an associate professor at the Pontificia Universidad Javeriana, Colombia, Prof. Jimenez-Rodríguez holds not one, but two doctorates: A Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from Purdue University, and in Theology. He has authored over 50 publications on topics ranging from Engineering Ethics to the convergence of Science and Religion. Professor in the School of Theology at Pontifical CatholicUniversity of Puerto Rico and associate professor in theDepartment of Theology at Pontificia UniversidadJaveriana, Colombia This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx