Effects of perception

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Discussion Overview

The discussion explores the relationship between Bishop Berkeley's philosophical ideas regarding perception and the role of the observer in quantum mechanics, particularly in relation to the collapse of the wave function and the Measurement Problem. The scope includes philosophical implications and interpretations within quantum mechanics.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Conceptual clarification, Debate/contested

Main Points Raised

  • Some participants inquire about the connection between Berkeley's assertion "Esse est percipe" and the observer's role in quantum mechanics, particularly regarding the collapse of the wave function.
  • There is a suggestion that Berkeley may have anticipated aspects of the Measurement Problem in quantum mechanics.
  • One participant points out a potential typo regarding the term "importance" versus "impotence" in the context of Berkeley's ideas.
  • Another participant expresses interest in discussing the nature of observation in quantum mechanics and its implications for a classical world intervention through measurement apparatus.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

The discussion reflects multiple competing views and interpretations regarding the implications of Berkeley's philosophy on quantum mechanics, and it remains unresolved whether Berkeley's ideas directly relate to the Measurement Problem.

Contextual Notes

Participants have not fully clarified the assumptions underlying their interpretations of Berkeley's philosophy or the specifics of the Measurement Problem in quantum mechanics.

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Bishop Berkeley: Esse est percipe. QM link?
To what extent does Berkeley's idea of the impotance of the observer relate to their role in the collapse of the wave function? Does he anticipate tge Measurement Problem?
 
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edmund cavendish said:
TL;DR Summary: Bishop Berkeley: Esse est percipe. QM link?
Google "quantum mechanics bishop berkeley". There are lots of essays and discussions for you to absorb.
 
edmund cavendish said:
TL;DR Summary: Bishop Berkeley: Esse est percipe. QM link?

To what extent does Berkeley's idea of the impotance of the observer relate to their role in the collapse of the wave function? Does he anticipate tge Measurement Problem?
Do you mean importance or impotence?
 
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Importance, typo but see your point!
 
Interested in views on the nature of observation. In qm a classical world intervebtion via apparatus in Berkeley...
 

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