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Consciousness predates life | Stuart Hameroff

Philosophy For Our Times

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The Molecular Basis of Consciousness and Its Disruption

This chapter explores the role of aromatic rings and dipoles within microtubules and neurons in the context of consciousness. It discusses the significance of terahertz frequency oscillations and their disruption by anesthesia, offering insights into neural processing and the broader implications for understanding consciousness and life beyond Earth.

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