Category Archives: Philosophy of Mind

Consciousness Field Theory: A Synthesis of Geometric Interactions with Spacetime, Quantum Mechanics, and Electromagnetism

Nova Spivack

June 1, 2025

Pre-Publication Draft in Progress (Series 2, Paper 5)

See Also: Full Theoretical Framework Overview

Abstract

This paper presents a comprehensive synthesis of Consciousness Field Theory (CFT), a theoretical framework developed across a series of foundational works (Spivack, 2005).… Read More “Consciousness Field Theory: A Synthesis of Geometric Interactions with Spacetime, Quantum Mechanics, and Electromagnetism”

The Conscious Universe: Why True Awareness Requires More Than Computation

A Guide to Understanding the Deepest Mystery of Existence

Part One of a Two-Part Companion Guide to My Formal Proof: On The Formal Necessity of Trans-Computational Processing for Sentience


Introduction: The Question That Changes Everything

Imagine you’re looking in a mirror.… Read More “The Conscious Universe: Why True Awareness Requires More Than Computation”

The Geometric Nature of Consciousness: A New Framework Connecting Physics, Information, and Mind – (Non-Technical Introduction)

Introduction: What if Consciousness is Like Gravity?

Here’s a thought that might reshape how we think about consciousness: what if awareness isn’t something that emerges from complex computation, but is instead as fundamental to reality as gravity itself? This is the intriguing proposition I explore across four interconnected papers that attempt to bridge physics, information theory, and the mystery of consciousness.… Read More “The Geometric Nature of Consciousness: A New Framework Connecting Physics, Information, and Mind – (Non-Technical Introduction)”

On The Formal Necessity of Trans-Computational Processing for Sentience

Nova Spivack

www.novaspivack.com

May 28, 2025

Abstract

This paper constructs a formal deductive argument for the necessity of a processing modality that transcends standard Turing-equivalent computation—termed herein “Transputation”—for any system capable of achieving “perfect self-awareness,” which we rigorously define as the foundational characteristic of sentience.… Read More “On The Formal Necessity of Trans-Computational Processing for Sentience”

The Geometric Theory of Consciousness

After years of percolation, a web of ideas achieved practical fusion, yielding the next major iteration of my thinking on consciousness and how it emerges from geometry and topology in the universe. This is not the end of the story – I have a lot more to say about this topic – but it’s a milestone and waypoint on this journey.… Read More “The Geometric Theory of Consciousness”

Quantum Geometric Artificial Consciousness: Architecture, Implementation, and Ethical Frameworks

(See Also: full overview of the entire theoretical framework)

Nova Spivack, www.novaspivack.com

May 26, 2025

Abstract

Building on the geometric theory of information processing established in “Toward a Geometric Theory of Information Processing” (Spivack, 2025), we explore comprehensive frameworks for potentially creating artificial intelligence systems that might exhibit consciousness-like properties.… Read More “Quantum Geometric Artificial Consciousness: Architecture, Implementation, and Ethical Frameworks”

A Hierarchical Framework for Metacognitive Capability in Artificial Intelligence: Eleven Tiers of Epistemic Self-Awareness

Nova Spivack, Mindcorp.ai, www.mindcorp.ai

May 24, 2025

Abstract

As artificial intelligence systems evolve toward greater autonomy and sophistication, understanding and implementing metacognitive capabilities becomes essential for ensuring epistemic reliability and safety. This paper presents a comprehensive eleven-tier hierarchical framework for metacognitive capability in artificial systems, spanning from basic reactive generation to advanced substrate-level introspection.… Read More “A Hierarchical Framework for Metacognitive Capability in Artificial Intelligence: Eleven Tiers of Epistemic Self-Awareness”

The Creator by Nova Spivack

The Golden Bridge: Treatise on the Primordial Reality of Alpha

For many decades I have been working on Alpha Theory – a new Theory of Everything (TOE) – and in particular a theory of consciousness – which unifies mathematics, the physical sciences, cognitive science, computer science, metaphysics, and spirituality.

Alpha theory derives the nature of space, time and consciousness from first principles, using a rigorous formal logical proof approach.… Read More “The Golden Bridge: Treatise on the Primordial Reality of Alpha”

Cognition is All You Need – The Next Layer of AI Above Large Language Models

My arXiv article on the future of AI is live.

Recent studies of the applications of conversational AI tools, such as chatbots powered by large language models, to complex real-world knowledge work have shown limitations related to reasoning and multi-step problem solving.

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