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Towards Computational Simulations of Cessation

Research paper and interactive models simulating consciousness collapse and psychedelic dynamics

From the Xiry library · Updated 10 October 2026

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This research publication by the Qualia Research Institute explores computational models of consciousness cessations—moments where conscious experience temporarily drops out. It details mathematical frameworks using coupled Kuramoto oscillators, Mexican-hat coupling kernels, and dimensional projection to explain perceptual effects induced by meditation and psychedelics like DMT and 5-MeO-DMT. The work connects these simulations to the Symmetry Theory of Valence to understand how consciousness simplifies and reorganizes.

What it's for

  • Study computational models of consciousness transitions and altered perceptual states
  • Explore how coupling kernels and lateral inhibition model DMT vs. 5-MeO-DMT phenomenology
  • Interact with real-time web demonstrations of coupled Kuramoto oscillators

Features

  • Theoretical frameworks combining Symmetry Theory of Valence, neural annealing, and Gestalt bubble field theory
  • Mathematical models using modified Kuramoto oscillators on 2D lattices with distance-dependent coupling
  • Analysis of lateral inhibition and Mexican-hat kernel variations across DMT and 5-MeO-DMT
  • Hypotheses explaining multimodal sensory binding (visual-somatic field mapping) via dimensional reduction
  • Links to interactive browser-based demos (Coupling Kernels, Gestalt Detector, Standing Waves)

Pricing

Free

Details

Type
Article or course
Category
Learning
Topic
Neuroscience Research
Open source
Yes
Platforms
Web
For
Consciousness researchers, computational neuroscientists, and phenomenologists
Tags
consciousness, neuroscience, psychedelics, kuramoto oscillators, simulation, qualia

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