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Research suggests most animals probably have a dream state, but why? Finding answers ultimately leads away from the material world. Continue reading Exploring Where and Why Everyone Dreams, from Bees to Buddha
A scientist suggests modeling the universe as a simulation metaphor, inspired by Plato, who was inspired by ancient Egyptian cosmology. Continue reading Evolving Ideas About a Computer Simulation Behind the Universe
Scientists have published the first draft of the most detailed map to date of the human brain, the Human Brain Atlas. The researchers say it’s the start of a “new era in brain science” in greater understanding of one of … Continue reading Human Brain Atlas Reveals Cosmos of Neurons Working in Mysterious Ways
A philosopher earned a case of wine after winning a bet placed 25 years ago, that scientists wouldn’t solve the ‘hard problem.’ Continue reading Philosopher Wins 25-Year Bet that Scientists Wouldn’t Solve the ‘Hard Problem’ of Consciousness
Scientists say creating synthetic human embryos will help answer medical questions but will a key question venture into spiritual territory? Continue reading Could Synthetic Human Embryos Have the Spark of Life and Consciousness?
The Irish Elk was the world’s largest deer, and the fossils challenged people’s views of extinction, evolution, and consciousness. Continue reading How the Irish Elk Challenged People’s Ideas of the World
Biocomputers using cells converted to human brain cells mean that OI could easily outperform AI but where does it ultimately lead? Continue reading Could Biocomputers of Human Brain Cells Develop Consciousness?
People rely on insects to survive and now scientists think they may have some form of consciousness, emotions, and even personalities. Continue reading Insect Consciousness: Our Rapidly Changing Perspective on Bugs and Other Animals
Researchers suggest Planetary Intelligence, similar to the Gaia hypothesis, may be true while health organizations call for ‘One Health,’ recognizing all life is connected. Continue reading Shift to ‘Planetary Intelligence’ Could Help Save Earth and Find ET Civilizations
A recent survey of DMT users reveals life-changing encounters with beings described differently. The researchers noted that DMT encounters shared much in common with alien-abduction and near-death experiences. Continue reading Beings and Entities People Encounter on DMT More ‘Real’ than Reality
