Pain and temperature, and human awareness: The legacy of Bud Craig.

This text discusses the groundbreaking contributions of Bud Craig, a neuroscientist, in understanding the pathways and mechanisms of pain and temperature sensations in the brain. Bud's research revealed that the insular cortex is the primary sensory cortex for pain and temperature, resolving a long-standing paradox in the field. His work also highlighted the interoceptive nature of pain and temperature sensations, which are closely related to other bodily sensations such as taste and visceral sensations. Despite facing opposition and criticism, Bud's findings have had a significant impact on the study of interoception and the role of the insula in various conditions. Unfortunately, Bud's illness prevented him from continuing his research, leaving some of his important data unpublished. The author emphasizes the importance of recognizing Bud's contributions and hopes that his work will receive the recognition it deserves. [Extracted from the article]