| Title | : | Quantum Consciousness — Signposts to Mechanism |
|---|---|---|
| Author | : | David Cawthorpe |
| Release | : | 2024-12-14 |
| Kind | : | ebook |
| Genre | : | Neuroscience, Books, Professional & Technical, Medical |
| Size | : | 1210244 |
| This work explores the relationship between human consciousness and the fundamental nature of the quantum universe. Drawing on groundbreaking theories from quantum physics, neuroscience, and philosophy, it delves into the role of microtubules, neural networks, and electrical gap junctions in shaping conscious experience. The book synthesizes key concepts from the Orchestrated Objective Reduction (Orch-OR) theory proposed by Roger Penrose and Stuart Hameroff, while incorporating recent scientific discoveries, such as the role of superradiance in tryptophan networks. It proposes that consciousness may not be an isolated phenomenon but rather a participant in the larger quantum wavefunction of the universe, echoing John Wheeler’s concept of the “participatory universe.” With a compelling narrative, this book invites readers to contemplate the possibility that human awareness is deeply embedded in the quantum fabric of reality, appealing to those interested in consciousness studies, quantum physics, cosmology, and the philosophical implications of reality itself. |
