Testing if Consciousness Collapses the Wavefunction - A Quantum Physics Investigation

Explore a thought-provoking conference talk that delves into the controversial relationship between consciousness and quantum physics, specifically examining how to test if consciousness causes the collapse of the wavefunction. Begin with an examination of the measurement problem and its direct connection to consciousness in quantum physics foundations. Learn about three potential explanations: denialism (including super-determinism and many worlds theory), objective collapse, and subjective collapse theories, while understanding why denialism proves counter-factual and objective collapse theories lack empirical support. Dive into practical investigation methods of the 'conscious causes collapse' hypothesis, analyzing why certain approaches like delayed choice quantum erasure are ineffective, and participate in an interactive discussion exploring viable testing methods, particularly focusing on multipartite versus sequential bipartite entanglements as outlined in Renou et al.'s 2021 research. Gain insights into why this controversial topic deserves rigorous empirical investigation rather than dismissal.