The Quantum Brain: The Search for Freedom and the Next Generation of Man"The Quantum Brain is the first great book of the 21st century-and the first definitively 21st century book. It will be read with admiration and amazement."-George Gilder, bestselling author and publisher of the Gilder Technology Report "Many authors have written about one or two of the topics covered in The Quantum Brain. Jeffrey Satinover's book is unique in trying to tie everything together."-Michael E. Kellman, Professor of Theoretical Chemistry, University of Oregon "Thoroughly researched . . . and told as a gripping tale, thanks to Dr. Satinover's . . . gift for the narrative. A marvelous introduction to the most fascinating question the human brain can address: its own working."-R. Shankar, Professor of Physics and Applied Physics, Yale University "A thrilling journey through the world of brain research. The author has set new standards for popular science writing by making arcane topics . . . easy to follow. A tapestry of insights."-Jack Tuszynski, Professor of Physics, University of Alberta "I wish I had written this visionary book."-Professor Hugo de Garis, Head, Starbrain Project, Starlab's Artificial Brain Project |
Contents
The Quantum Crisis | 3 |
Mind Out of MatterThe Machinery | 9 |
Opening the Minds Eye | 18 |
Copyright | |
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