Scientists other than quantum physicists often fail to comprehend the enormity of the conceptual change wrought by quantum theory in our basic conception of the nature of matter, writes Henry Stapp. Stapp is a leading quantum physicist who has given particularly careful thought to the implications of the theory that lies at the heart of modern physics. In this book, which contains several of his key papers as well as new material, he focuses on the problem of consciousness and explains how quantum mechanics allows causally effective conscious thought to be combined in a natural way with the physical brain made of neurons and atoms. The book is divided into four sections. The first consists ofan extended introduction. Key foundational and somewhat more technical papersare included in the second part, together with a clear exposition of the orthodox interpretation of quantum mechanics. Significantly expanded with two new chapters covering Henry Stapp's most recent work INDICE: From the contents ... and then a Miracle Occurs.- A Quantum Theoryof Conciousness.- The Copenhagen Interpretation.- Quantum Propensities and the Brain-Mind Interface.- Mind, Matter, and Pauli.- A Quantum Conception of Man.- Neuroscience, Atomic Physics, and the Human Person.- Quantum Zeno Effect inBinocular Rivalry.- Physicalism in Quantum Mechanics.- The Role of Mind in the Human Brain.- Mathematical Appendix, Glossary, and Index.
- ISBN: 978-3-540-89653-1
- Editorial: Springer
- Encuadernacion: Cartoné
- Páginas: 300
- Fecha Publicación: 01/02/2009
- Nº Volúmenes: 1
- Idioma: Inglés