Christof Koch Can Brains Have Free Will

Free will seems the simplest of notions. Why then is free will so vexing to philosophers Here s why: no one knows how free will works Science, seemingly, permits no gaps joints in the structure of the worldin which free will can operate. The brain seems like an allphysical system working according to physical laws. How then a will that s fully free Free access to Closer to Truth s library of 5, 000 videos: Watch more interviews on free will: Christof Koch is an American neuroscientist best known for his work on the neural bases of consciousness. Register for free at for subscriberonly exclusives: Closer to Truth presents the worlds greatest thinkers exploring humanitys deepest questions. Discover fundamental issues of existence. Engage new and diverse ways of thinking. Appreciate intense debates. Share your own opinions. Seek your own answers.