John Stuller

Quantum mechanics and Einstein’s theory of relativity disrupted the classical scientific paradigm that sought to exclude the observer from its account of reality—a conceptual limitation that Schrödinger criticized extensively. This paper asserts that the observing consciousness, or spirit, is not a peripheral enigma but a fundamental aspect of the universe. Rather than treating consciousness as an impenetrable mystery, we propose that it possesses definable properties, akin to those of physical phenomena such as light and gravity. Drawing on the Hameroff–Penrose model of orchestrated objective reduction, Sherrington’s flicker fusion experiments, Schrödinger’s philosophical reflections, and the insights of contemplative traditions, we identify three core properties of pure consciousness. We contend that pure consciousness is not bounded by space or time. The essential structure of subjective awareness—distinct from personal identity, memory, or sensory content—is uniform across individuals. In this view, consciousness is not a transient byproduct of biological processes but a continuous, universal presence. It does not emerge at birth or vanish at death; rather, it is the same underlying field of awareness expressed through different lives.

I am a Professor Emeritus (Electrical and Computer Engineering) who has generated creative new ideas both within my profession and outside of it. I have numerous publications and have chaired several international conferences in my professional field. I have been awarded for my work in landmine detection. The submitted abstract is unfunded and not affiliated with any institution I have belonged to. I regard my work on consciousness as the most important work of my life.