The death of beloved American pop music artist Dolly Parton raises the question of where profound inspiration comes from. There are answers, both post-materialist and materialist.
parapsychology
Psychic ability may have a genetic component, study finds
In a preliminary study, researchers have found associations between certain genetic variants and psychic abilities, notably genes linked to processes for communication between brain cells.
New multidisciplinary UAP project launched at university in Sweden
Swedish scientists from a range of disciplines collaborate in a new UAP research project, covering both physical and non-physical aspects of the phenomenon. The goal is to establish UAP studies as a scientific discipline.
Daily Mail newspaper devotes two pages to telepathy evidence
Daily Mail gives generous space for Dr. Rupert Sheldrake evidence that telepathy is real.
Dan Brown’s latest book brings science of spirituality into mainstream
“The Secret of Secrets” weaves real evidence that consciousness exists outside of the brain — rather than being produced by it. It is a boon to researchers who are often derided by believers of scientism.
‘Science of magic’ is poised to be next century’s science
Ancient knowledge, which modern man calls “magic”, is making a comeback, says Dean Radin’s new book.
Popular Mechanics demonstrates pursuit of science with open-minded coverage
Popular Mechanics Magazine receives praise by a frontier scientist for open-minded coverage. The latest example is an article about precognition.
Case study hints that lucid dreamers can predict future events
A case study on a known lucid dreamer, artist Dave Green, indicates that the ability to dream lucidly might also enhance the extra-sensory capability of precognition.
‘Psi Games’ aims to break barriers to psychic abilities
A unique competition of psychic abilities takes place in the US this summer. The ‘Psi games’ in Virgina aims to “open participants’ and spectators’ minds to the vast potential of psi by showcasing what is truly possible”.
Hypnosis research progresses on ‘what’ but not ‘how’
Hypnosis has been practiced for centuries, but whether it changes brain activity has not been known – until now. Swiss researchers discovered two depths of hypnotic state.
