Theories of Everything with Curt Jaimungal Microtubules: The Gateway To Consciousness | Stuart Hameroff
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Mar 26, 2024 In this discussion, Stuart Hameroff, a leading expert in consciousness and quantum mechanics from the University of Arizona, delves into groundbreaking ideas about how microtubules in neurons could bridge the gap between quantum and classical realms of consciousness. He challenges traditional views, suggesting that these structures may have profound implications for memory and cognitive functions. The conversation also touches on the influence of anesthetics, psychedelics, and the revolutionary potential of understanding consciousness as a fundamental aspect of reality.
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Neuron Complexity
- Neurons are complex structures with internal processing far beyond simple on/off states.
- Microtubules, present in single-celled organisms like paramecium, enable complex behaviors like learning and navigation.
Alzheimer's and Microtubules
- Alzheimer's disease is linked to the breakdown of microtubules and tau protein detachment within neurons.
- This breakdown leads to loss of brain volume, memory, and cognitive function.
Microtubule Resonance
- Microtubules exhibit coherent resonant frequencies across a vast range, from hertz to terahertz.
- These frequencies are organized in a triplet-of-triplets pattern, potentially supporting complex information processing.
