Vedanta plays an important role in how we talk about consciousness in today’s science. It focuses on the idea of non-duality and what reality really is.

Key Contributions:

• Non-Dualism: This idea says that our individual minds are connected to a larger universal mind. This idea is similar to some theories in quantum physics.

• Mind-Body Relationship: Research in neuroscience is looking at how our minds and bodies work together. It shows that about 95% of what our brains do is still a mystery. This ties back to ideas from Vedanta.

Impact:

• More than 60% of scientists who study how we think recognize the importance of blending different fields. They see value in bringing in ideas from philosophy, like those in Vedanta, to help explain scientific questions.