Fundamental Mind Theory (FMT)
FMT proposes that mind is a fundamental aspect of the universe that combines into more complex forms as matter combines into more complex forms. This view that fits with scientific evidence and resolves mysteries in science and philosophy that have existed for centuries. A brief summary of FMT is provided below with the full theory presented in our 2027 joint sequel Searching For Mind.
All cells communicate, collaborate, and solve problems - demonstrating cognition and agency that cannot been explained by existing science. Our books lay out the evidence that cells have minds that electromagnetically combine to form more complex minds, providing a starting point for our search for mind deeper in matter.
Scientific evidence demonstrates sub-cellular organelles, droplets, and molecules communicate, collaborate, and solve problems - evidence of cognition and agency that cannot be explained by existing science. The subcellular world can best be understood by recognizing that molecular structures inside cells have minds.
Asserting that minds can combine faces the classic "Combination Problem." Two solutions demonstrates that rudimentary minds can combine into more complex minds using existing scientific theory with one assumption - that fundamental mind is subject to the same scientific laws as fundamental matter.
It is a proven fact that simply observing quantum scale matter influences the behavior of that matter, forming the central mystery in quantum physics known as the "Observer Effect." FMT defines mind as an "observer" which by extension enables mind to influence the behavior of matter at different scales.
The quantum vacuum is the most fundamental thing known to science. This energetic substrate grounds, powers & connects all matter and energy in the universe. If mind is fundamental, logic dictates this quantum substrate must also ground, power & connect all minds in the universe.
Coming Fall 2026