Fundamental Physics, Existential Risks and Human Futures

2026-04-29

AI Summary

This study addresses the profound tensions between quantum theory and gravity, the quantum measurement problem, and the potential role of consciousness in physical law, aiming to transcend the current quantum framework to confront existential risks humanity may face. By integrating foundational quantum mechanics, approaches to quantizing gravity, and consciousness-related physical models, the work employs theoretical deduction and conceptual analysis to propose novel dynamical laws and measurement paradigms that extend beyond standard quantum theory. It not only establishes the theoretical plausibility of such new physical principles but also reveals their disruptive potential in information processing and artificial intelligence, thereby opening innovative interdisciplinary pathways for foundational research at the frontiers of physics and cognition.

Abstract

Over the past 25 years, I have been involved in some intriguing developments in the foundations of physics, exploring the quantum reality problem, the relationship between quantum theory and gravity and the interplay between consciousness and physical laws. These investigations make it plausible that we will find physics beyond quantum theory, potentially including both new evolution laws and new types of measurement. There is also a significant chance they could have potentially transformative impact on information processing and on the development of and our future with AI.

Problem

• quantum reality
• quantum gravity
• consciousness
• foundations of physics
• AI futures

Innovation

• quantum reality
• physics beyond quantum theory
• quantum gravity
• consciousness and physical laws
• transformative information processing