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Neuroscientists are grappling with the multitude of existing theories on consciousness, numbering around 30. Dr. Oscar Ferrante of the University of Birmingham advocates for a reduction in these competing theories, aiming for a unified explanation of subjective experience. The current approach of proposing individual theories, gathering supporting evidence, and comparing them is proving challenging in achieving a consolidated understanding of consciousness.

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