Kourken Michaelian presents a groundbreaking philosophical perspective on memory, proposing that remembering is akin to imagining the past. He critiques traditional philosophical approaches that conflict with psychological research, advocating for a naturalistic framework that situates episodic memory as mental time travel. By developing a simulation theory of memory, he explores the reliability and adaptivity of constructive memory processes. His work bridges disciplines, offering insights for both philosophers and psychologists, and enhances understanding of the evolution of episodic memory.
