Quantum Entanglement in a Human Brain

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SUMMARY

The discussion centers on the possibility of permanent quantum entanglement occurring within a living human brain. Participants reference a paper indicating that such entanglement is highly unlikely, specifically citing the work published in Physical Review E (2000). Additionally, they mention the theories of Roger Penrose and Stuart Hameroff, which explore quantum processes in consciousness. The consensus is that while the concept is intriguing, definitive evidence or expert consensus on the matter is lacking.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of quantum entanglement principles
  • Familiarity with quantum mechanics terminology
  • Knowledge of the theories proposed by Roger Penrose and Stuart Hameroff
  • Basic comprehension of scientific research methodologies
NEXT STEPS
  • Read the paper "Quantum Effects in the Brain" published in Physical Review E (2000)
  • Explore Roger Penrose's theory of orchestrated objective reduction (Orch-OR)
  • Investigate Stuart Hameroff's contributions to quantum consciousness
  • Study the implications of quantum mechanics on biological systems
USEFUL FOR

Researchers in neuroscience, physicists interested in quantum mechanics, and anyone exploring the intersection of consciousness and quantum theory will benefit from this discussion.

tim1608
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Hi

Do the experts on this forum think that it is possible for there to be special particles scattered throughout the volume of a living human brain which together form a single permanent quantum entanglement which lasts at least as long as the lifetime of the brain? If yes, what do you think might happen to this entanglement when the brain dies?

Thank you very much

Tim
 
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I don't think there are no experts on this issue on this forum or anywhere in the world. So the only expert answer would be that the answer is not known.
 
Hi Atyy

Thank you very much for your reply. Am I correct in inferring from your reply that what I am talking about is not impossible?

Kind regards

Tim
 
How do you get two atoms to become entangled?
 
Natko said:
How do you get two atoms to become entangled?


When a photon spilts into two, the two are said to be entangled.
 
tim1608 said:
Hi

Do the experts on this forum think that it is possible for there to be special particles scattered throughout the volume of a living human brain which together form a single permanent quantum entanglement which lasts at least as long as the lifetime of the brain? If yes, what do you think might happen to this entanglement when the brain dies?

Thank you very much

Tim

Check out the work of Roger Penrose and Stuart Hameroff.
http://www.quantumconsciousness.org/publications.html
 

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