Integration of STOC with another consciousness and space-matter-time theories

Purpose

To consider the implications of the Synthetic Theory of Consciousness (STOC) for classical scientific concepts, in particular:

-        Natural selection as a biological mechanism.

-        Geometry as the fundamental structure of being.

Impact of STOC on the concept of natural selection

Classical definition

Natural selection is the process by which individuals with traits that are favorable for survival and reproduction in the current environment are more likely to pass on their genes to the next generation. It is considered one of the main mechanisms of biological evolution, based on genetic randomness and reproductive fitness.

Contradiction with STOC

STOC states that consciousness (IC) does not arise from matter, but is attached to the body from the outside at birth. Therefore:

-        Material attributes (genes, brain structure) are not the source of consciousness.

-        Reproductive fitness does not guarantee the emergence of IC.

-        The emergence of IC is associated with an extra-biological act.

Consequences

-        Natural selection remains a working model for the material attributes, behavior, and adaptation of bodies, but does not explain the nature of subjectivity.

-        IC may enter the biological system not as a consequence, but as a purpose.

-        This brings metaphysics back to the question: is the body not selected "for consciousness," and not vice versa?

Conclusion

STOC does not abolish natural selection, but moves consciousness beyond it, making selection not a universal explanation, but a particular mechanism within PR (Physical Receiver).

The influence of STOC on space-time geometry

Classical representation

Geometry is a description of the structure of space and time, expressed in coordinates, metrics and symmetries. It assumes measurability and interaction of elements within the overall system.

Contradiction with STOC

STOC states the existence of:

-        US (Ultimate Source) — entities outside of time and space.

-        IC — consciousnesses, also outside of the physical coordinate grid.

This means:

-        Geometry cannot describe the US and IC levels directly.

-        Any model of geometry accessible to observation must be generated by PR, i.e. applicable only within the manifested world. However, recent theoretical constructions — such as the amplituhedron, cosmological polytope and symplectic structures — may indicate the existence of a pre-geometric phase, partially extending beyond classical space-time. Within the STOC framework, such constructions are interpreted as threshold or projection forms, on the border between PR and the level of IC and other potential immaterial entities. They do not reach the US level, since the US as an absolute entity can neither be described nor measured.

Possible consequences

-        Geometry outside of space and time must be non-quantitative: not including measurements, but only relations, potencies, boundaries of manifestation.

-        This brings STOC closer to metageometries and abstract structures in mathematics, such as categorical descriptions and topological relations that go beyond classical space. However, like any formal system, STOC in its development ultimately encounters limitations similar to Gödel's incompleteness theorems: if it leads to a mathematical structure, it cannot be both complete and consistent. The presence of US in STOC allows one to avoid direct logical-mathematical closure, since the absolute is not included in the formal system and remains an external axiomatic support, not subject to internal contradiction.

-        It is possible to develop a projective logical geometry, where the relations between entities are not spatial but ontological.

-        STOC as a formal theory potentially falls under the limitations of Gödel's incompleteness theorems. However, the presence of US as an external, non-formalizable support allows us to avoid logical-mathematical closure: US is not part of the system and does not require proof from within. This provides STOC with an axiomatic anchor outside of logical completeness, preserving internal consistency without requiring absolute completeness.

Conclusion

STOC requires a revision of geometry as a universal language for describing existence. Space-time geometry is a special case, accessible only to PR.

Impact on Dualism (Descartes and beyond)

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Impact on Phenomenology (Husserl, Merleau-Ponty)

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Impact on Physicalism

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Impact on Panpsychism

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Impact on Infospherism (Floridi)

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Impact on Integrated Information Theory (IIT)

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Impact on Consciousness Orchestration Hypothesis (Penrose–Hameroff)

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Impact on Scientology

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Impact on Buddhism, Vedanta, Kabbalah, etc.

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