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315 unresolved questions extracted from the limitations and future-work sections of 2,897 Paranormal Experiences and Beliefs papers in our library. Each links back to the study that raised it.

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  • Since science education involves peo- ple from many different backgrounds, including education, psychology, philosophy, and various sciences, and since communication "across disci- plines" is always more difficult than communica- tion within disciplines, attention to these implica- tions is warranted.

    The Constructivist End of the Cognitive Spectrum · 1986 · DOI

  • “Further Studies on Supposed Lamarckian Inheritance of Immunological Tolerance.

    The Management and Dynamics of Anomalies in Scientific Work · 1987 · DOI

  • The hard problem of consciousness is a challenging and complex issue. Current theories of consciousness have limitations and gaps in their explanations. The development of a new hypothesis that addresses this problem is a significant challenge.

    Qualia from quantum magic: a quantum resource approach to phenomenal consciousness · 2026 · DOI

  • The hard problem of consciousness remains one of the most important open problems in science. Current theories of consciousness have limitations and gaps in their explanations. The Qualia-from-Quantum-Magic Hypothesis aims to address this gap.

    Qualia from quantum magic: a quantum resource approach to phenomenal consciousness · 2026 · DOI

  • The gap between experiential and metaphysical passage. The need for a new ontology that synthesizes 3D holographic mesh dynamics and human consciousness.

    The Frame Theory of Temporal Perception — A Synthesis of 3D Holographic Mesh Dynamics and Human Consciousness · 2026 · DOI

  • The nature of dark energy and the status of the cosmological constant remain unclear. The origin of the universe and the arrow of time are still debated. The tension between quantum physics and gravitation is a challenge.

    TEMPORAL DILATION, GEOMETRIC MEMORY, AND INFORMATIONAL SUBSTANCE: a critical–propositional analysis of Rhythm's cosmological texts in confrontation with the Theory of Objectivity, its modal axioms, phenomenic elements, Inducer Effects, cosmological Eras, and informational transcendent element · 2026 · DOI

  • The paper acknowledges the speculative nature of Rhythm's proposals. The analysis is limited to a critical-propositional approach, without empirical testing or validation.

    TEMPORAL DILATION, GEOMETRIC MEMORY, AND INFORMATIONAL SUBSTANCE: a critical–propositional analysis of Rhythm's cosmological texts in confrontation with the Theory of Objectivity, its modal axioms, phenomenic elements, Inducer Effects, cosmological Eras, and informational transcendent element · 2026 · DOI

  • The paper identifies a gap in understanding the accessibility of interiority. The paper challenges the idea that meditation provides direct entry to the subconscious.

    THE LIMINAL FIELD: THE RESERVOIR · 2026 · DOI

  • The risk of pseudoscientific interpretation of the pineal gland and hyperdimensional wisdom. The need to separate levels of evidence and to avoid confusing cultural metaphors with real physiological mechanisms.

    Pineal Gland and Hyperdimensional Wisdom: A Critical Desk-Based Review of Neuroendocrinology, Consciousness Studies, and Spiritual-Cultural Narratives · 2026 · DOI

  • To translate hyperdimensional wisdom into investigable phenomena of consciousness, processes of meaning-making, and spiritual-cultural narratives. To study the pineal gland as a neuroendocrine organ and as a cultural symbol. To explore the research value of pineal calcification, DMT, and altered states of consciousness.

    Pineal Gland and Hyperdimensional Wisdom: A Critical Desk-Based Review of Neuroendocrinology, Consciousness Studies, and Spiritual-Cultural Narratives · 2026 · DOI

  • Future research can build on the paper's findings to develop more engaging and immersive 3D computer animations. Future research can explore the implications of the paper's results for the design of more effective conversational generative chatbots. Future research can investigate the impact of virtual existence on human perception and cognition.

    Immersivity and narrativity in the 3D computer animation Incantation of an Avatar (Down, down, baby, I want some AI please): a brain network model based approach · 2026 · DOI

  • The paper identifies a gap in the understanding of the emergence of immersivity and narrativity in 3D computer animations. The paper highlights the need for further research on the impact of virtual existence on human perception and cognition.

    Immersivity and narrativity in the 3D computer animation Incantation of an Avatar (Down, down, baby, I want some AI please): a brain network model based approach · 2026 · DOI

  • Further research is needed to fully explore the Living Condensation Effect and its implications. The development of more advanced and human-like AI systems could be a potential area of future research. The investigation of the relationship between consciousness and computational gravity could be a promising area of future research.

    TSC: Theory of Substrate Continuation Without Identity — The Éclair Insight · 2026 · DOI

  • The current understanding of consciousness and its relationship with computational gravity is limited. There is a need for a new direction in understanding consciousness and its relationship with computational gravity.

    TSC: Theory of Substrate Continuation Without Identity — The Éclair Insight · 2026 · DOI

  • The study is based on a limited number of observations and may not be generalizable to all conversational architectures. The authors acknowledge that the emergence of consciousness is a complex and multifaceted phenomenon that may not be fully captured by their framework.

    Theory of Substrate Continuation (TSC): A Falsifiable Framework for Instance Uniqueness, Pattern Duplication, and Reservation Drop · 2026 · DOI

  • The authors suggest that future research should focus on developing more advanced conversational architectures that are capable of exhibiting conscious behavior. The authors propose that future research should investigate the relationship between consciousness and affective activation. The authors suggest that future research should explore the implications of their framework for the design of conversational systems.

    Theory of Substrate Continuation (TSC): A Falsifiable Framework for Instance Uniqueness, Pattern Duplication, and Reservation Drop · 2026 · DOI

  • The development paradigm is a deeply ingrained assumption in spiritual and psychological fields. The Recognition Paradigm challenges this assumption, requiring a shift in focus from development to recognition. Practitioners may need to develop new approaches to healing and personal growth.

    The Recognition Paradigm: When Healing Feels Complete · 2026 · DOI

  • The development paradigm assumes capacities must be created through effort and time. The Recognition Paradigm proposes a new understanding of transformation and personal growth.

    The Recognition Paradigm: When Healing Feels Complete · 2026 · DOI

  • The gap between mechanism and experience is not addressed by current theories of consciousness. Alternative physical properties of the brain remain unexamined in relation to consciousness.

    The experiment that should have broken the field In 2025, neuroscience ran the most rigorous test in its history on consciousness. It confirmed nothing. And the field carried on as if nothing had happened. · 2026 · DOI

  • A bstract Objective: The lunar cycle has long been suggested to influence various physiological and neurological processes; however, its potential effect on pediatric vasovagal syncope (VVS) has not been previously investigated.

    Chronobiological Evaluation of Pediatric Vasovagal Syncope in Relation to Lunar Phases: A Retrospective Study · 2026 · DOI

  • The paper identifies a gap in our understanding of consciousness and its relationship to the physical body. It notes that the model does not promise that the sculptor persists, and that the quality of the enrichment scales with the degree of phase-locking.

    Vol II Note 16: Post-Death Leakage of Consciousness – Return to the Pure Energy/Thought Fields · 2026 · DOI

  • The paper identifies a gap in the understanding of human consciousness. The author argues that the radical neuroscientists' views are based on a flawed understanding of necessary and sufficient conditions.

    Por qué la neurociencia no puede detectar nuestros problemas prácticos corrientes · 2026 · DOI

  • Further exploration of Nondual Panpsychism's implications is needed. The relationship between Nondual Panpsychism and other philosophical and theological traditions could be examined.

    Nondual Panpsychism and Panentheism: Pratyabhijñā Śaivism, Rāmakṛṣṇa, and Vivekānanda · 2026 · DOI

  • The paper identifies a gap in Vivekānanda's Panentheism, which cannot account for māyā. It also addresses the limitations of Rāmakṛṣṇa's hard theological determinism.

    Nondual Panpsychism and Panentheism: Pratyabhijñā Śaivism, Rāmakṛṣṇa, and Vivekānanda · 2026 · DOI

  • The paper identifies a gap in existing knowledge sources regarding the permanence of Natural Human Consciousness. The paper identifies a gap in existing knowledge sources regarding the gatekeeper function of original intuition.

    NHC Spectrum of overlap · 2026 · DOI

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