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SUMMARY:The Metaphysics of Memes
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DESCRIPTION:<p>This talk explores the metaphysical dimensions of memes\, deciphering their ontological status\, modes of existence\, and their capacity for shaping human consciousness in a new digital era. The discussion runs around the concept of memes as abstract informational entities\, constructing its teleo-ontological reality between mental and virtual. By evaluating their role(s) in shaping human consciousness\, collective identity and their collective consciousness\, and in turn framing ground for a new &ldquo\;reality&rdquo\;\, the study interrogates whether memes possess intrinsic meaning or whether their construction is entirely context-dependent. Conclusively\, the metaphysical investigation of memes offers a novel framework for considering how digital information reshapes ontological categories and challenges classical metaphysical distinctions.</p>
ORGANIZER;CN=Giannis Stamatellos:
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