Is Consciousness Quantum? A Critical Review of Scientific Evidence and Open Possibilities
Begum Yildirim
Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research) May 19, 2026 preprint DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.20284492 (opens in new tab)
Study at a glance
AI-extracted from the abstract| Characteristics | Review |
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| Keywords | Consciousness Empirical evidence Scientific evidence Quantum Rigour Mechanism biology Epistemology Cognitive science Empirical research |
| Key findings | There is currently no robust experimental evidence linking quantum processes directly to consciousness. |
Abstract
The hypothesis that consciousness arises from quantum phenomena is one of the most debated and speculative topics in contemporary science. While quantum effects have been demonstrated in specific biological systems [6,7,8], there is currently no robust experimental evidence linking quantum processes directly to consciousness [9,10,11]. This article critically examines existing arguments, experimental findings, and theoretical limitations regarding quantum consciousness, while advocating for a scientific approach that emphasizes empirical rigor and cautious open-mindedness [12,14]. Originality and AI-use statement: This work is an original research output by Begüm Yıldırım. AI tools, if used, were limited to language refinement, grammar correction, formatting, translation assistance, and clarity improvement. The conceptual framework, research direction, interpretation, models, and conclusions belong to the author. External sources, datasets, or prior works are cited where applicable.