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Information and uncertainty in remote perception research.

B J Dunne, R G Jahn

    Explore (New York, N.Y.)
    |June 15, 2007
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    Remote perception research over 25 years shows a significant statistical anomaly, but objective quantification methods appear to reduce anomalous information yield. This suggests a complementarity between analytical and intuitive processes.

    Area of Science:

    • Parapsychology
    • Cognitive Science
    • Information Theory

    Background:

    • Remote perception research has been conducted for over two decades.
    • Quantifying anomalous information in experiments presents significant methodological challenges.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To present archival data from 25 years of remote perception research.
    • To describe analytical scoring methods for quantifying anomalous information.
    • To explore the complementarity between analytical and intuitive aspects of remote perception.

    Main Methods:

    • Utilized a database of 653 experimental trials.
    • Developed and employed 24 analytical scoring methods with various descriptor formats (binary, ternary, quaternary, ten-level).
    • Performed statistical assessments to evaluate anomalous information yield against chance.

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    Main Results:

    • Achieved a composite z-score of 5.418 (p = 3 x 10(-8)) against chance, indicating significant anomalous information.
    • Observed a striking diminution in anomalous yield with increased reliance on detailed, objective quantification methods.
    • Found no significant impact from secondary protocol parameters, participant biases, or environmental factors.

    Conclusions:

    • An anti-correlation exists between objective quantification methods and anomalous information yield.
    • Suggests an intrinsic complementarity between analytical and intuitive modes in remote perception.
    • Highlights an inherent uncertainty principle limiting simultaneous production and evaluation of anomalous effects.