Towards a process-based approach to consciousness and collapse in quantum mechanics

Autor(es)

RAONI ARROYO ; LAURO DE MATOS NUNES FILHO ^[2] ; FREDERIK MOREIRA DOS SANTOS

• Tipo de documento: Artigo Científico
• Fonte: Manuscrito; v. 47, n. 1 2024-03-01.

Resumo

Abstract According to a particular interpretation of quantum mechanics, the causal role of human consciousness in the measuring process is called upon to solve a foundational problem called the “measurement problem.” Traditionally, this interpretation is tied up with the metaphysics of substance dualism. As such, this interpretation of quantum mechanics inherits the dualist’s mind-body problem. Our working hypothesis is that a process-based approach to the consciousness causes collapse interpretation (CCCI) -leaning on Whitehead’s solution to the mind-body problem- offers a better metaphysical understanding of consciousness and its role in interpreting quantum mechanics. This article is the kickoff for such a research program in the metaphysics of science. (AU)

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