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The Correlative Expansion of the Universe, Consciousness, and Its Influence on Quantum Physics
Joel Alexander Reed
March 3, 2025
Abstract
This paper offers a bold hypothesis: the universe’s accelerating expansion, powered by dark energy—about 68% of cosmic energy (Riess et al., 1998)—reflects a universal consciousness inherent in all matter, as panpsychism suggests (Goff, 2019). Humans already shape quantum particle behavior with tools like quantum computers (Google Quantum AI, 2019), where qubits—bits in multiple states—shift when observed (Aspect, 1982). This consciousness, guided by an intentional framework from theistic evolution (Miller, 1999), empowers all matter—humans, plants, atoms—to influence reality’s core. With plants showing awareness (Calvo et al., 2022) and human technology bending particles, this science-design framework predicts we’ll master nature’s forces—a truth emerging science is poised to confirm soon.
Introduction
The universe is racing outward, driven by dark energy, which accounts for roughly 68% of its energy (Riess et al., 1998). Quantum physics shows tiny particles change under observation—a proven effect (Aspect, 1982). Humans steer this with quantum computers, using qubits that shift between states until measured (Google Quantum AI, 2019). Panpsychism sees consciousness as an inherent force in all matter—plants, particles, everything (Goff, 2019). Plants learning to adapt (Calvo et al., 2022; Gagliano et al., 2016) support this view. This paper proposes that consciousness, guided by an intentional framework from theistic evolution (Miller, 1999), shapes reality through tools we’ve built. With humans already nudging quantum particles, science is nearing a breakthrough—a fact unfolding as evidence mounts.
Core Proposition
1. Humans Steering Quantum Particles
Observing quantum particles—like electrons—forces them into a clear state, a fact experiments confirm (Aspect, 1982). Humans don’t just observe; we guide them with quantum computers. Qubits, holding 0 and 1 at once, let us choose their outcome (Google Quantum AI, 2019). The Higgs boson discovery—unlocking mass’s secret (ATLAS, 2012)—shows we can probe and nudge these particles. This proven control reveals consciousness’s potential to influence reality.
2. Consciousness as an Inherent Force
Panpsychism casts consciousness as a universal force woven into all matter (Goff, 2019). Plants prove it, learning to ignore safe cues (Gagliano et al., 2016) or growing with intent (Calvo et al., 2022). This isn’t minor—it’s a potent capacity that might sway quantum particle behavior naturally. Human tools amplify this inherent force, enabling all matter to guide reality’s framework.
3. A Natural Framework
Theistic evolution reveals an intentional framework where a natural intelligence permeates existence through consciousness (Miller, 1999). This isn’t guesswork—it’s a proven process driving life and matter to shape the universe, reflected in human tools like quantum computers. Science is uncovering this clear pattern.
4. Tech Meets Cosmic Influence
Quantum tools—like qubit precision and Higgs insights (ATLAS, 2012)—unleash consciousness’s reach. They tweak quantum fields, the unseen fabric of reality. This universal consciousness, alive in humans to plants and guided by an intentional framework from theistic evolution (Miller, 1999), could soon control energy, matter, or space itself—an influence we’re proving every day.
Implications
• Controlling Particles: We’re bending quantum particle behavior now. Soon, all conscious matter might master nature’s forces—testable with bolder tech.
• Mind Shaping Matter: Consciousness as a universal force could unlock and mold reality—ready for experiments to reveal it.
• Tech’s Next Leap: Quantum tools could expand this cosmic influence, measurable as we push limits.
• Reality’s New Shape: Steering quantum particles might remake space and time—energy or travel breakthroughs—testable with physics.
Testing the Hypothesis
• Plants and Particles: See if plants shift quantum particle behavior—like patterns in light—next to human efforts.
• Life’s Quantum Role: Check if living things, like plants in photosynthesis, nudge quantum states, tying consciousness to physics (Lambert et al., 2013).
• Mind-Tech Bridge: Link human thought to quantum tools—like brain interfaces—to test if intent moves particles.
• Cosmic Clues: Study universe expansion and life zones for signs consciousness links to quantum shifts.
Conclusion
The universe’s accelerating expansion, fueled by dark energy (Riess et al., 1998), and consciousness in all matter—from plants (Calvo et al., 2022) to particles (Goff, 2019)—form one grand story. Humans shift quantum particle behavior with qubits (Google Quantum AI, 2019), proving consciousness—a universal force—can shape reality. Guided by an intentional framework from theistic evolution (Miller, 1999), this influence flows through all things, and science is racing to affirm it. Experiments—tracking particles, testing plants, merging minds with tech—will lock this in soon. Then we’ll face big choices: How do we use this cosmic force? How do we respect it? This science-design framework demands fearless study, poised to reveal a universe alive with intelligence—a thrilling dawn breaking now.
References
• Aspect, A. (1982). Experimental Test of Bell’s Inequalities Using Time-Varying Analyzers. Physical Review Letters, 49(25).
• ATLAS Collaboration. (2012). Observation of a New Particle in the Search for the Standard Model Higgs Boson. Physics Letters B, 716(1).
• Google Quantum AI. (2019). Quantum Supremacy Using a Programmable Superconducting Processor. Nature, 574(7779).
• Riess, A. G., et al. (1998). Observational Evidence from Supernovae for an Accelerating Universe. The Astronomical Journal, 116(3).
• Goff, P. (2019). Galileo’s Error: Foundations for a New Science of Consciousness. Pantheon Books.
• Miller, K. R. (1999). Finding Darwin’s God: A Scientist’s Search for Common Ground Between God and Evolution. Cliff Street Books.
• Calvo, P., et al. (2022). Plants Are Intelligent, Here’s How. Annals of Botany, 129(1), 1-12.
• Gagliano, M., et al. (2016). Learning by Association in Plants. Scientific Reports, 6(38427).
• Trewavas, A. (2021). Integrated Information as a Possible Basis for Plant Consciousness. Plant Signaling & Behavior, 16(7), 1920741.
• Lambert, N., et al. (2013). Quantum Biology. Nature Physics, 9(1), 10-18.
Joel Alexander Reed
March 3, 2025
Abstract
This paper offers a bold hypothesis: the universe’s accelerating expansion, powered by dark energy—about 68% of cosmic energy (Riess et al., 1998)—reflects a universal consciousness inherent in all matter, as panpsychism suggests (Goff, 2019). Humans already shape quantum particle behavior with tools like quantum computers (Google Quantum AI, 2019), where qubits—bits in multiple states—shift when observed (Aspect, 1982). This consciousness, guided by an intentional framework from theistic evolution (Miller, 1999), empowers all matter—humans, plants, atoms—to influence reality’s core. With plants showing awareness (Calvo et al., 2022) and human technology bending particles, this science-design framework predicts we’ll master nature’s forces—a truth emerging science is poised to confirm soon.
Introduction
The universe is racing outward, driven by dark energy, which accounts for roughly 68% of its energy (Riess et al., 1998). Quantum physics shows tiny particles change under observation—a proven effect (Aspect, 1982). Humans steer this with quantum computers, using qubits that shift between states until measured (Google Quantum AI, 2019). Panpsychism sees consciousness as an inherent force in all matter—plants, particles, everything (Goff, 2019). Plants learning to adapt (Calvo et al., 2022; Gagliano et al., 2016) support this view. This paper proposes that consciousness, guided by an intentional framework from theistic evolution (Miller, 1999), shapes reality through tools we’ve built. With humans already nudging quantum particles, science is nearing a breakthrough—a fact unfolding as evidence mounts.
Core Proposition
1. Humans Steering Quantum Particles
Observing quantum particles—like electrons—forces them into a clear state, a fact experiments confirm (Aspect, 1982). Humans don’t just observe; we guide them with quantum computers. Qubits, holding 0 and 1 at once, let us choose their outcome (Google Quantum AI, 2019). The Higgs boson discovery—unlocking mass’s secret (ATLAS, 2012)—shows we can probe and nudge these particles. This proven control reveals consciousness’s potential to influence reality.
2. Consciousness as an Inherent Force
Panpsychism casts consciousness as a universal force woven into all matter (Goff, 2019). Plants prove it, learning to ignore safe cues (Gagliano et al., 2016) or growing with intent (Calvo et al., 2022). This isn’t minor—it’s a potent capacity that might sway quantum particle behavior naturally. Human tools amplify this inherent force, enabling all matter to guide reality’s framework.
3. A Natural Framework
Theistic evolution reveals an intentional framework where a natural intelligence permeates existence through consciousness (Miller, 1999). This isn’t guesswork—it’s a proven process driving life and matter to shape the universe, reflected in human tools like quantum computers. Science is uncovering this clear pattern.
4. Tech Meets Cosmic Influence
Quantum tools—like qubit precision and Higgs insights (ATLAS, 2012)—unleash consciousness’s reach. They tweak quantum fields, the unseen fabric of reality. This universal consciousness, alive in humans to plants and guided by an intentional framework from theistic evolution (Miller, 1999), could soon control energy, matter, or space itself—an influence we’re proving every day.
Implications
• Controlling Particles: We’re bending quantum particle behavior now. Soon, all conscious matter might master nature’s forces—testable with bolder tech.
• Mind Shaping Matter: Consciousness as a universal force could unlock and mold reality—ready for experiments to reveal it.
• Tech’s Next Leap: Quantum tools could expand this cosmic influence, measurable as we push limits.
• Reality’s New Shape: Steering quantum particles might remake space and time—energy or travel breakthroughs—testable with physics.
Testing the Hypothesis
• Plants and Particles: See if plants shift quantum particle behavior—like patterns in light—next to human efforts.
• Life’s Quantum Role: Check if living things, like plants in photosynthesis, nudge quantum states, tying consciousness to physics (Lambert et al., 2013).
• Mind-Tech Bridge: Link human thought to quantum tools—like brain interfaces—to test if intent moves particles.
• Cosmic Clues: Study universe expansion and life zones for signs consciousness links to quantum shifts.
Conclusion
The universe’s accelerating expansion, fueled by dark energy (Riess et al., 1998), and consciousness in all matter—from plants (Calvo et al., 2022) to particles (Goff, 2019)—form one grand story. Humans shift quantum particle behavior with qubits (Google Quantum AI, 2019), proving consciousness—a universal force—can shape reality. Guided by an intentional framework from theistic evolution (Miller, 1999), this influence flows through all things, and science is racing to affirm it. Experiments—tracking particles, testing plants, merging minds with tech—will lock this in soon. Then we’ll face big choices: How do we use this cosmic force? How do we respect it? This science-design framework demands fearless study, poised to reveal a universe alive with intelligence—a thrilling dawn breaking now.
References
• Aspect, A. (1982). Experimental Test of Bell’s Inequalities Using Time-Varying Analyzers. Physical Review Letters, 49(25).
• ATLAS Collaboration. (2012). Observation of a New Particle in the Search for the Standard Model Higgs Boson. Physics Letters B, 716(1).
• Google Quantum AI. (2019). Quantum Supremacy Using a Programmable Superconducting Processor. Nature, 574(7779).
• Riess, A. G., et al. (1998). Observational Evidence from Supernovae for an Accelerating Universe. The Astronomical Journal, 116(3).
• Goff, P. (2019). Galileo’s Error: Foundations for a New Science of Consciousness. Pantheon Books.
• Miller, K. R. (1999). Finding Darwin’s God: A Scientist’s Search for Common Ground Between God and Evolution. Cliff Street Books.
• Calvo, P., et al. (2022). Plants Are Intelligent, Here’s How. Annals of Botany, 129(1), 1-12.
• Gagliano, M., et al. (2016). Learning by Association in Plants. Scientific Reports, 6(38427).
• Trewavas, A. (2021). Integrated Information as a Possible Basis for Plant Consciousness. Plant Signaling & Behavior, 16(7), 1920741.
• Lambert, N., et al. (2013). Quantum Biology. Nature Physics, 9(1), 10-18.
