The Physiological Basis for Consciousness: A Reply to Jeff’s Letter
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Dear Jeff,
I like this theory of quantum consciousness but I get worried when it kind of seems too perfect, to fit too well. I did manage to get the library – not an easy trip from where I am staying. Anyway, once I see Deepak Chopra’s name even tangentially associated with something (he interviewed Hameroff), [...]
The Physiological Basis for Consciousness: A Reply to Dom’s Letter
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Dear Dominic,
Thanks for your letter. Despite the crappy stationary I was still able to read it. Now I know what to get you for Christmas though I’m sure you would prefer another one of those beers of the month things.
Your ideas about consciousness definitely got me thinking and, of course, googling. I found a fascinating [...]
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Daffy Duck: Shoot him now! Shoot him now!
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