Can we determine if the linear nature of quantum mechanics is violated by the perceptual process?
It now appears feasible to be able to subject to experimental test Ghirardi's proposal concerning utilizing superposed photon states to check reduction mechanisms in perceptual processes which may be governed by nonlinear evolution laws. This can be accomplished with existing techniques involving superposed single photon states and living retinal tissue mounted on microelectrode arrays.
Thaheld
Fred H
FH
fthaheld@directcon.net
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