Quantum Theory and Free Will
How Mental Intentions Translate into Bodily Actions
Authors: Stapp, Henry P.
Free Preview- Explains the philosophy behind quantum mechanics
- Considers whether phenomena commonly considered "paranormal" can be accommodated by quantum mechanics
- Avoids equations almost completely!
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- About this book
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This book explains, in simple but accurate terms, how orthodox quantum mechanics works. The author, a distinguished theoretical physicist, shows how this theory, realistically interpreted, assigns an important role to our conscious free choices. Stapp claims that mainstream biology and neuroscience, despite nearly a century of quantum physics, still stick essentially to failed classical precepts in which mental intentions have no effect upon our bodily actions. He shows how quantum mechanics provides a rational basis for a better understanding of this connection, even allowing an explanation of certain phenomena currently held to be “paranormal”. These ideas have major implications for our understanding of ourselves and our mental processes, and thus also for the meaningfulness of our lives.
- About the authors
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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.
- Table of contents (13 chapters)
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The Origins of the Quantum Conception of Man
Pages 1-15
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Waves, Particles, and Minds
Pages 17-27
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The Measuring Process
Pages 29-33
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Quantum Neuroscience
Pages 35-40
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The Physical Effectiveness of Conscious Intent
Pages 41-44
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Table of contents (13 chapters)
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Bibliographic Information
- Bibliographic Information
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- Book Title
- Quantum Theory and Free Will
- Book Subtitle
- How Mental Intentions Translate into Bodily Actions
- Authors
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- Henry P. Stapp
- Copyright
- 2017
- Publisher
- Springer International Publishing
- Copyright Holder
- Springer International Publishing AG
- eBook ISBN
- 978-3-319-58301-3
- DOI
- 10.1007/978-3-319-58301-3
- Hardcover ISBN
- 978-3-319-58300-6
- Softcover ISBN
- 978-3-319-86370-2
- Edition Number
- 1
- Number of Pages
- XII, 142
- Number of Illustrations
- 3 illustrations in colour
- Topics
