The Default Mode Network as D-Apparatus: A Tholonic Hypothesis for Consciousness and Psychedelic States
Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research) July 14, 2026 DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.21361726 (opens in new tab) via OpenAlex
Summary
AI-generated from the abstractThis preprint hypothesizes that the Default Mode Network (DMN) functions as a 'D-apparatus' under premises compatible with the REBUS (Relaxed Beliefs Under Psychedelics) model. It presents illustrative state-space B-scores and contextualizes the hypothesis within the psychedelic literature, proposing Hypothesis 0 and comparing rival frameworks (CSTC, ALBUS/SEBUS). The paper is designated as a companion to Papers 10 and 18 and is deposited solely as a structural consciousness reading, explicitly excluding dosing, diagnosis, or treatment.
Study at a glance
| Characteristics | Theoretical or philosophical paper Peer reviewed |
|---|---|
| Topics | Default mode network |
| Keywords | Consciousness Reading process Mode computer interface Perspective graphical |
| Key finding | Proposes that the Default Mode Network operates as a D-apparatus under REBUS-compatible premises, illustrated with state-space B-scores and contrasted with rival frameworks. |
Abstract
Hypothesis preprint assigning Default Mode Network to D-apparatus under REBUS-compatible premises, with illustrative state-space B-scores, psychedelic literature context, Hypothesis 0, and rival frameworks (CSTC, ALBUS/SEBUS). Companions Papers 10 and 18. Deposit as structural consciousness reading only: never dosing, diagnosis, or treatment.