Missing Shades of Grue

The problem then is how to explain consciousness, and everybody agrees this is a very difficult topic. And the question is: can it be explained by neuroscience?

"Jim Hurd is the Founder and Director of the NanoScience Exchange, which was founded in early 2002. The organization examines key business and policy issues that affect venture-backed nanotechnology-related start-ups. The NanoScience Exchange hosts regular events in Silicon Valley and Washington, D.C. on topics such as "Applications to Combat Biogical and Chemical Weapons", "Renewable Energy Applications Changing the U.S. Landscape", "Navigating the Funding Maze in Washington, D.C.", and "Nano Materials: Real Revenues Today and Impact on the U.S. Economy".

On February 17, 2006, in Washington, D.C., the NanoScience Exchange presented "Nanotech Patents and Environmental Policy: A Threat to Economic Viability of Nanotech Companies?"

Mr. Hurd also heads the consulting firm, Molecular Business, located in San Francisco, which since December 2001 has assisted leading nanotechnology start-ups in building strategic alliances with major corporations and in putting together rounds of investment. He works with Natural Nano and other companies on developing key strategic relationships and increasing company visibility.

Mr. Hurd worked with the Woodrow Wilson International Center in 2005 on an EPA-related project. He authored a chapter, "Converging Technologies in Developing Countries" for a National Science Foundation book released in Fall 2005."