CFP: AISB Workshop on Sensorimotor Theories of Perception

This workshop aims to provide an insight into the contemporary state of Sensorimotor Theories and their place in modern Cognitive Science. Particular focus will be given to J.K. O'Regan and Nöe's 2001 paper "A sensorimotor account of vision and visual consciousness", including how both authors' work has since developed and diverged. An overarching aim will be to describe how Sensorimotor accounts relate to Enactive accounts: whether they are synonymous, compatible, or even mutually exclusive. We invite comparisons of the strengths and critiques of Sensorimotor accounts as compared to more established, and more radical theories. We seek to clarify the scope of Sensorimotor theories, the subjects over which they provide the greatest explanations.

Event

We intend to provide an early avenue for informal exposition of views on the historical and contemporary context of Sensorimotor theories.

Registration

Registration is free to members of the AISB [aisb.org.uk] and otherwise equal to the cost of membership which will be processed as a membership application unless explicitly requested. AISB Membership costs are available at http://www.aisb.org.uk/about/join

Venue

Goldsmiths, University of London is located in the heart of London, under five minutes' walk from New Cross and New Cross Gate train stations. These stations are both served by National Rail trains and the London Overground Network. Trains run from Charing Cross, Waterloo East, Cannon Street and London Bridge. Journey time is roughly 10-15 minutes.

Further travel information and directions can be found at:
http://www.gold.ac.uk/find-us/trainlondonovergroundtube/

Submission

Deadline for submissions is 12th September, 2012 (two weeks prior to the event). Email abstracts to Andrew Martin at ma901am@gold.ac.uk, they will be contemplated but not submitted to formal peer review. Accepted speakers will be notified by 19th September, 2012 (one week prior to the event).