Quantum Consciousness

TL;DR

This paper discusses a modified quantum model linking subjective and biological states, presents experimental results that challenge the original model, and proposes new strategies for verification.

Contribution

It introduces a revised quantum consciousness model compatible with experimental findings and outlines strategies for future testing.

Findings

Original model was not supported by experimental results

Modified model maintains key features of the original

Proposes new strategies for experimental verification

Abstract

In a previous paper, the author proposed a quantum mechanical interaction that would insure that the evolution of subjective states would parallel the evolution of biological states, as required by von Neumann's theory of measurement. The particular model for this interaction suggested an experiment that the author has now performed wih negative results. A modified model is outlined in this paper that preserves the desirable features of the original model, and is consistent with the experimental results. This model will be more difficult to verify. However, some strategies are suggested.