Quantum Theory and Free Will

Explains the philosophy behind quantum mechanics

Considers whether phenomena commonly considered "paranormal" can be accommodated by quantum mechanics

Avoids equations almost completely!

Explains the philosophy behind quantum mechanics Considers whether phenomena commonly considered "paranormal" can be accommodated by quantum mechanics Avoids equations almost completely! Includes supplementary material: sn.pub/extras Includes supplementary material: sn.pub/extras

Autorentext

Henry Pierce Stapp is an American mathematical physicist who worked closely with Werner Heisenberg, Wolfgang Pauli, and J.A. Wheeler. He is known for his work in quantum mechanics, particularly the development of axiomatic S-matrix theory, the proofs of strong nonlocality properties, and the place of free will in the "orthodox" quantum mechanics of John von Neumann. Dr. Stapp has published many papers pertaining to the non-local aspects of quantum mechanics and Bell's theorem, as well as two books published by Springer.

Zusammenfassung

Explains the philosophy behind quantum mechanics

Considers whether phenomena commonly considered "paranormal" can be accommodated by quantum mechanics

Avoids equations almost completely!

Inhalt

The Origins of the Quantum Conception of Man.- Waves, Particles, and Minds.- The Measuring Process.- Quantum Neuroscience.- The Physical Effectiveness of Mental Intent.- Reality and Spooky Action at a Distance.- Backward-in-Time Causation?.- Actual Past and Effective Past.- The Libet Free Will Experiments.- Questions and Answers About Minds.- The Fundamentally Mental Character of Reality.- Conclusions.