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mind_matter_interaction

A curated collection of research papers focusing on mind_matter_interaction. Explore the methodology, key findings, and ongoing debates in this field.

Total Papers 16
Year Range 1996 – 2023
Top Contributors
Nelson, Roger D.Dunne, Brenda J.Jahn, Robert G.

Recent Publications

Anomalous Entropic Effects in Physical Systems Associated with Collective Consciousness

Radin, Dean. β€’ 2023 β€’ Physics Essays

Reanalysis of the complete Global Consciousness Project database (August 1998 – December 2021, ~6 trillion random bits from a worldwide RNG network) using multiscale entropy (MSE) and a novel deconvolution technique. MSE found original data significantly more negentropic than scrambled controls (z = –3.45, p = 0.0003, es = –0.16). Deconvolution detected significant temporal structure at 8–15 minute scales (z = 5.08 vs controls, p = 1.9 Γ— 10⁻⁷, es = 0.43). Crucially, the effect was present on days with no pre-selected global events (z = –6.22, p = 7 Γ— 10⁻¹¹), suggesting a continuous rather than episodic mind-matter relationship.

#global_consciousness_project #multiscale_entropy #rng_network #collective_attention #deconvolution

Stock Returns and the Mind: An Unlikely Result that Could Change Our Understanding of Consciousness

Holmberg, Ulf. β€’ 2020 β€’ Journal of Consciousness Studies

Constructs a daily Max[Z] variable from GCP random-number-generator data (Jan 1999–Aug 2019, N=5,237 trading-day observations), defined as the 24-hour maximum composite Z-score across all active EGG nodes. Tests its correlation with global stock market returns via polynomial OLS regressions (2nd–3rd degree) with HAC-Newey-West standard errors. Finds statistically significant non-linear correlations between Max[Z] and daily open/close returns on the Dow Jones Global Equity Index (beta_Max[Z]t = 0.0007, p<0.01; R2 increment 0.2–0.3%), with 11 of 12 major global indexes (S&P 500, FTSE 100, CAC 40, Nikkei 225, etc.) also showing significant effects. Yesterday's Max[Z] significantly predates today's returns (beta_Max[Z]t-1 = 0.000463, p<0.01), consistent with a temporal lead. Interpreted as collective-consciousness effect on investor sentiment.

#global_consciousness_project #rng #stock_market #collective_consciousness #mind_matter_interaction

Response: Commentary: False-Positive Effect in the Radin Double-Slit Experiment on Observer Consciousness as Determined With the Advanced Meta-Experimental Protocol

Walleczek, Jan.; von Stillfried, Nikolaus. β€’ 2020 β€’ Frontiers in Psychology

Response to Radin et al.'s (2020) commentary defending the Radin double-slit experiment on observer consciousness. A funder-commissioned replication using an advanced meta-experimental protocol (AMP) with data encryption found a significant false-positive effect (p = 0.021, Οƒ = βˆ’2.02, N = 1,250 trials) but no significant effects where Radin had predicted true positives. Documents two instances of HARKing by Radin et al.: (1) a chi-square test falsely claimed as pre-specified was actually post-hoc, and (2) a call for multiple-testing correction that abandoned the planned predictive single-testing strategy after unblinding. Three independent sources (Guerrer 2019, Tremblay 2019, Walleczek & von Stillfried 2019) converge on the conclusion that the Radin DS-experiment is prone to false discoveries, particularly with post-hoc analyses.

#double_slit_experiment #harking #metascience #false_positive #advanced_meta_experimental_protocol

Independent re-analysis of alleged mind-matter interaction in double-slit experimental data

Tremblay, Nicolas. β€’ 2019 β€’ PLoS ONE

Independent re-analysis of Radin et al.'s 2-year double-slit mind-matter interaction dataset (8,655 sessions). Identifies erroneous trimming procedure in original analysis (trimming before bootstrapping instead of after) that produces uncontrolled false positives and underestimates p-values by ~5 orders of magnitude. Re-analysis with proper statistical methods finds shifts in fringe visibility in the predicted direction but not statistically significant (p>0.05 after Holm-Bonferroni correction for multiple comparisons across 26 time lags and 19 fringes). Robustness confirmed across trimming intensities, session length thresholds, and four fringe visibility estimation methods. Original claim of 5.72Οƒ evidence (p=1.05Γ—10⁻⁸) not supported; actual evidence much weaker (p~10⁻³ under original analytical choices).

#double_slit #mind_matter_interaction #reanalysis #statistical_critique #quantum_consciousness

On the Double-Slit Experiment of Dean Radin

PitkΓ€nen, Matti β€’ 2017 β€’ Journal of Consciousness Exploration & Research

Theoretical commentary analyzing Dean Radin's modified double-slit experiment in which meditators and non-meditators attempted to mentally detect which slit photons passed through. Reports that meditators showed small but systematic deviations in interference patterns, while non-meditators' effects averaged out. Raises critical experimenter effect concern: if intention influences the system, experimenters' expectations could unconsciously bias results. Proposes Topological Geometrodynamics (TGD) explanation involving magnetic flux tubes as physical correlates of directed attention and entanglement between observer and apparatus. Discusses implications for both local and internet-based experimental variants.

#double_slit_experiment #tgd_framework #mind_matter_interaction #experimenter_effect #theoretical_model

The Global Consciousness Project

Nelson, Roger D. β€’ 2014 β€’ Journal of International Society of Life Information Science

A 15-year international experiment using a global network of up to 65 hardware random number generators (RNGs) tests whether synchronized random data streams become non-random during major world events. Over 450 pre-specified formal tests using the Netvar statistic show a composite departure of approximately 7 standard deviations from expectation, with odds exceeding a trillion to one against chance. Roughly two-thirds of events show positive correlations and nearly 15% reach nominal significance (p < 0.05). Secondary analyses reveal effects concentrate in large, powerfully engaging events, vary with local time of day (larger during waking hours), and show only ambiguous distance constraints (Z ~ 1). Controls exclude electromagnetic radiation, power grid strain, and mobile phone artifacts.

#global_consciousness_project #rng_network #field_consciousness #netvar_statistic #mass_events

The GCP Event Experiment: Design, Analytical Methods, Results

Bancel, Peter A.; Nelson, Roger D. β€’ 2008 β€’ Journal of Scientific Exploration

Reports a decade-long experiment measuring output deviations from a global network of physical random number generators (RNGs) during major world events. The Global Consciousness Project (GCP) hypothesizes that coherent attention or emotional response of large populations corresponds to characteristic deviations in network output. Analysis of 236 formal events (1998-2008) using pre-registered variance statistics found cumulative significance of Z = 4.55 (p = 3 Γ— 10⁻⁢). The effect is driven by inter-RNG correlations at 1-second timescale across global distances, not by individual RNG deviations. Mean event effect size = 0.296 sigma, with no outliers; modeling suggests 67% of events show positive deviations.

#global_consciousness_project #random_number_generator #mind_matter_interaction #collective_attention #field_consciousness

Testing Nonlocal Observation as a Source of Intuitive Knowledge

Radin, Dean. β€’ 2008 β€’ Explore: The Journal of Science and Healing

Explored whether nonlocal observation β€” intuitive perception not mediated by ordinary senses β€” could perturb photons in a Michelson interferometer housed inside a double-steel-walled, electromagnetically shielded chamber. In 18 sessions with 10 participants, counterbalanced blocking/passing conditions were compared via Wilcoxon tests. Overall z = βˆ’2.82 (p = .002). The effect was driven entirely by experienced meditators (z = βˆ’4.28, p = 9.4 Γ— 10⁻⁢); nonmeditators showed no effect (z = βˆ’0.29). Fifteen control sessions with no one present yielded z = βˆ’1.50 (p = .93), ruling out artifacts. A decline effect emerged over the series. This pilot study is the direct precursor to Radin's later double-slit interference experiments.

#michelson_interferometer #quantum_observer_effect #meditation #nonlocal_observation #intuition

The MegaREG Experiment: Replication and Interpretation

Dobyns, Y. H.; Dunne, Brenda J.; Jahn, Robert G.; Nelson, Roger D. β€’ 2004 β€’ Journal of Scientific Exploration

Tested whether increasing bits per trial in REG experiments proportionally increases anomalous intention effects. Double-blind protocol with 2-million-bit 'high-density' and 200-bit 'low-density' trials interspersed randomly. 24 operators completed 1000-trial series in three intentional conditions. High-density trials produced significant reversed intentional effect (D = -0.0971, T = -3.90, p = 9.4Γ—10⁻⁡) contrary to intention; low-density trials matched earlier REG results (D = 0.0189, ns). New operators showed larger effects than experienced, but both groups showed reversal. MegaMega companion experiment replicated the reversal. Effect size 2.77Γ— larger per trial but 30Γ— smaller per bit than standard REG200.

#random_event_generator #mind_matter_interaction #intentionality #bit_rate_effects #operator_experience

Does Consciousness Collapse the Wave-Packet?

Bierman, Dick J. β€’ 2003 β€’ Mind and Matter

Refined conceptual replication of Hall et al.'s (1977) experiment testing whether conscious observation collapses the quantum wave-packet. Thirty volunteer pairs observed radioactive decay events detected by a Geiger-Mueller counter. A pre-observer randomly saw (or did not see) a visual representation of each quantum event; one second later, a final observer heard an audio beep while EEG was recorded from 14 electrodes. Three of 10 peak amplitude comparisons showed significant differences between pre-observed and non-pre-observed conditions (overall exact binomial p=0.0115). Significant effects appeared in early pre-conscious EEG components, consistent with the subjective reduction hypothesis, though the author acknowledges the evidence is not definitive.

#consciousness_causes_collapse #eeg #wave_packet_reduction #quantum_measurement #von_neumann_wigner

Alterations in Random Event Measures Associated with a Healing Practice

Crawford, Cindy C.; Jonas, Wayne B.; Nelson, Roger.; Wirkus, Margaret.; Wirkus, Mietek. β€’ 2003 β€’ Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine

Two portable REGs (PEAR Lab design) ran in parallel over three data collection periods (1999–2001): one in bioenergy healer Mietek Wirkus’s office in Bethesda, MD, the other at a university library 5 miles away as control. REG excursions beyond the 95% confidence parabola occurred on 92% of days in the healer’s office (47/51) versus 58% in the library (35/60), χ²=16.3, p<0.0005. Healing versus non-healing phases within the office showed inconsistent results across experiments. The healer’s level of attention to the REG (high vs. low) did not significantly affect excursion rates. No correlation was found between REG deviations and client health outcomes on the SF-36.

#random_event_generator #healing_environment #biofield #entropy #field_reg

Coherent Consciousness and Reduced Randomness: Correlations on September 11, 2001

Nelson, Roger D. β€’ 2002 β€’ Journal of Scientific Exploration

Examined data from the Global Consciousness Project's network of 37+ random event generators distributed worldwide during the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks. Two pre-registered predictions were tested: composite deviation of means (Stouffer Z) and inter-egg variance. The primary analysis yielded χ² = 15332 on 15000 df (p = 0.028). Variance permutation analysis gave p = 0.0009. A persistent trend continued through September 13 (permutation p β‰ˆ 0.012). Five independent analysts confirmed anomalous structure. Physical explanations (electromagnetic disturbance, mobile phone usage) were ruled out. The overall GCP database of 98 formal predictions over three years showed composite p = 8.3 Γ— 10⁻⁸.

#global_consciousness_project #random_event_generator #collective_consciousness #september_11 #field_consciousness

Correlations of Continuous Random Data with Major World Events

Nelson, Roger D.; Radin, Dean I.; Shoup, Richard.; Bancel, Peter A. β€’ 2002 β€’ Foundations of Physics Letters

Reporting results from the Global Consciousness Project (GCP), a worldwide network of approximately 50 quantum-based random number generators collecting continuous data since August 1998. Pre-specified examination periods corresponding to 109 major world events were analyzed for deviations from chance expectation. The aggregate chi-square attained p = 2.7 Γ— 10⁻⁷ (z β‰ˆ 5Οƒ), with individual z-scores distributing normally around a shifted mean of 0.53 Β± 0.1. Detailed analysis of September 11, 2001 data revealed the largest inter-node correlation in 400 days (p = 0.0002), device variance peak (p = 0.0009), and sustained network variance deviations. An independent news-intensity metric correlated with RNG deviations at r = 0.15 (p = 0.002). No conventional physical explanation was identified.

#global_consciousness_project #random_number_generators #september_11 #inter_node_correlation #collective_consciousness

Gathering of Global Mind

Nelson, Roger D. β€’ 2001 β€’ International Journal of Parapsychology

The Global Consciousness Project maintains a network of ~50 hardware random event generators (REGs) at host sites worldwide, producing continuous random data streams. Data are analyzed for non-random patterns correlated with major global events. Formal predictions registered in advance test whether widespread human attention and emotion correlate with departures from randomness. Composite analysis of 105+ predictions over 4 years shows cumulative deviation with odds against chance ~1,000,000:1. Notable effects include September 11 attacks (p<0.001, with apparent precognitive response), New Year's celebrations (pβ‰ˆ0.003), NATO bombing of Kosovo (p=0.045), and Princess Diana's funeral (100:1 odds). Results interpreted as evidence for a global consciousness field or observer effects, though alternative explanations remain.

#global_consciousness_project #random_event_generator #mind_matter_interaction #collective_consciousness #noosphere

FieldREG II: Consciousness Field Effects: Replications and Explorations

Nelson, Roger D.; Jahn, Robert G.; Dunne, Brenda J.; Dobyns, York H.; Bradish, G. Johnston. β€’ 1998 β€’ Journal of Scientific Exploration

Building on 18 exploratory FieldREG applications, a testable hypothesis was formulated: environments fostering intense subjective resonance would produce larger anomalous deviations in portable random event generators than pragmatic assemblies. Twenty-one confirmatory replications strongly supported this hypothesis, with resonant venues yielding p = 2.2 Γ— 10⁻⁢ while mundane venues yielded p = 0.91. Trial-based effect sizes were small but consistent (Et = 0.0049–0.0077). Forty additional explorations across sacred sites, rituals, music performances, sporting events, and global events identified further promising contexts. Mundane venues showed suggestive variance suppression (combined p = 0.019).

#field_reg #group_consciousness #random_event_generator #resonance #pear_lab

FieldREG Anomalies in Group Situations

Nelson, Roger D.; Bradish, George J.; Dobyns, York H.; Dunne, Brenda J.; Jahn, Robert G. β€’ 1996 β€’ Journal of Scientific Exploration

Portable random event generators with software to record and index continuous sequences of binary data in field situations are found to produce anomalous outputs when deployed in various group environments. FieldREG systems operated under formal protocols in ten separate venues (professional meetings, religious rituals, group gatherings), all subdividing naturally into temporal segments. The most extreme data segments from each of the ten applications, after appropriate correction for multiple sampling, compound to a collective probability against chance expectation of 2Γ—10⁻⁡. High degrees of attention, intellectual cohesiveness, shared emotion, or other coherent qualities of the groups tend to correlate with the statistically unusual deviations. Effect sizes per bit (0.0003) and per hour (average 0.3) are similar to laboratory REG experiments.

#random_event_generator #group_consciousness #field_study #mind_matter_interaction #global_consciousness_project
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