Christof Koch
Born in 1956
Philosophy
Psychology
Science
Christof Koch is a prominent neuroscientist renowned for his research on consciousness.
He currently leads the Allen Institute for Brain Science in Seattle, following a long tenure at Caltech.
Koch's work focuses on understanding the neural foundations of conscious experience.
He has authored several books on the topic, combining scientific rigor with philosophical inquiry.
Koch is known for his collaboration with Francis Crick and his advocacy for Integrated Information Theory.
His approach often integrates personal experiences, including psychedelic use, with empirical research to explore the nature of consciousness.
