Neuroscience, Synchronicities, & the Evidence for a Playful Universe — Dr. Marjorie Woollacott
The Weekend UniversityShow Notes
In this episode, Niall speaks with Dr. Marjorie Woollacott, Professor Emerita of Neuroscience at the University of Oregon and former President of the Academy for the Advancement of Postmaterialist Sciences.
After more than 30 years of NIH-funded research on motor control, balance, and rehabilitation, a profound meditation experience led her to question her understanding of consciousness and reality.
In this conversation, they explore:
— Why Dr. Woollacott's research with nonverbal autistic children is raising questions about telepathic abilities
— How the brain may act as a filter that limits our perception of a much larger reality
— The scientific evidence for reincarnation from researchers including Ian Stevenson and Jim Tucker
— What synchronicities may reveal about the interconnected nature of consciousness
— Why pursuing a parallel line of research allowed Dr. Woollacott to study consciousness while building her academic career
You can learn more about Dr. Woollacott's work at https://marjoriewoollacott.com.
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Marjorie Woollacott, Ph.D., is an Emeritus Professor of Human Physiology at the University of Oregon and a renowned neuroscientist specializing in human movement, attention, meditation, and consciousness. She has received more than $7.2 million in research funding and has conducted research in child development, aging, rehabilitation, meditation, tai chi, balance, and attentional abilities. Woollacott has published over 200 scientific articles and authored or co-edited eight books, including the widely used textbook Motor Control: Translating Research into Clinical Practice. She is Research Director of the International Association of Near-Death Studies and President of the Academy for the Advancement of Postmaterialist Sciences. Her book Infinite Awareness explores the relationship between neuroscience, consciousness, and spiritual experiences, reflecting her work at the intersection of scientific research and questions about the nature of the mind.
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Interview Links:
— Dr. Woollacott's website: marjoriewoollacott.com
— Dr. Woollacott's books: https://marjoriewoollacott.com/books/
— Dr. Woollacott's events: https://marjoriewoollacott.com/events/
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