DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.15306718
title: The Prime-Coherent Hypothesis

description: Coherence Evolution Hypothesis: Prime Numbers as Physical Constants

 

I. Core Hypothesis

 

I’m putting forward a theory I call the Coherence Evolution Hypothesis (CEH), which posits that prime numbers play an essential role in minimizing what I’ll refer to as “entropic noise” in physical systems. This noise, which can obscure the underlying order of things, is something primes might counteract at every scale, from the subatomic to the cosmic. Essentially, primes are not just a mathematical concept, but may be directly tied to the fundamental structure of the universe itself.

 

This theory isn't just an abstract musing—I'm proposing that primes govern phenomena as diverse as the geometry of the Cosmic Microwave Background (CMB), the behavior of high-temperature superconductors, and even the structure of biological proteins.

 

Cosmic Microwave Background (CMB) Fractality

One of the most fascinating ideas I’ve been exploring is the fractal nature of the universe, particularly the CMB. It’s not just the structure of the CMB that interests me, but how it might be linked to primes. After analyzing the Planck data, I believe the fractal dimension of the CMB might actually be close to the golden ratio, , which is an idea I’ve been working on but still needs more testing. If this turns out to be the case, it could provide groundbreaking evidence that the universe's very fabric follows the rules set by prime numbers.

 

Prime Harmonics in Superconductivity

In condensed matter physics, I’m proposing that unconventional superconductivity, such as in cuprates (e.g., Bi-2212), could also be linked to primes. Specifically, I suspect that the gap nodes in these materials might follow a harmonic structure based on primes. In this case, the gap nodes might correspond to a momentum scale given by , where is a prime number. This pattern, I believe, could offer new insights into the quantum properties of these materials.

 

Self-Similarity in Biological Systems

When it comes to biology, I’ve noticed that certain protein aggregates—especially tau fibrils—appear to exhibit fractality. I suspect that the fractal dimension of these structures could also be related to primes, potentially aligning with the golden ratio. If this hypothesis is correct, it could suggest that the fundamental building blocks of life are deeply tied to mathematical constants like primes.

 

 

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II. Testable Predictions

 

For this theory to gain traction, it needs to be testable. Here are some predictions that I’m making, and I encourage others in the relevant fields to look into them:

 

For Cosmologists:

 

Fractal Dimension of the CMB:

I predict that the fractal dimension of the CMB, as seen in Planck data, will deviate from the standard cosmological models by more than 3 standard deviations (), specifically aligning with the golden ratio . This could be checked by applying fractal analysis methods to the CMB data from the Planck satellite.

 

Excess Power at Specific Multipoles:

I believe we’ll find excess power in the CMB at specific multipoles—namely —after removing galactic foregrounds. These primes, I argue, may be embedded in the data, and their presence would point to the underlying coherence of the universe.

 

 

For Condensed Matter Physicists:

 

ARPES in Cuprates:

I suggest that ARPES experiments on cuprates like Bi-2212 will reveal gap nodes at a momentum scale , derived from the logarithm of the prime number 2. If true, this would be a key validation of the prime-based model of superconductivity.

 

Thermal Conductivity in FeSe:

I predict that the thermal conductivity in FeSe will scale with rather than the more commonly observed . This scaling behavior might also be a consequence of the prime-driven processes governing the material.

 

 

For Biophysicists:

 

Tau Fibrils and Fractality:

In the realm of biology, I propose that the fractal dimension of tau fibrils, which play a role in neurodegenerative diseases, will align with the golden ratio, . By examining Cryo-EM maps of tau fibrils, biophysicists could test this prediction using box-counting techniques.

 

 

 

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III. How You Can Help

 

I’m not claiming to have all the answers. Instead, I’m reaching out to others in the scientific community to test these ideas and push the boundaries of what we know. Here’s how you can help:

 

CMB Analysis:

You can download Planck data slices and use the Python scripts I’ve developed to analyze the fractal dimension of the CMB. If you get different results, let’s compare notes and figure out what’s going wrong, or if this is indeed a new discovery.

 

Superconductivity Predictions:

I encourage condensed matter physicists to test my prediction about the ARPES spectra in cuprates. If the gap nodes don’t appear at the predicted momentum scale, it could refute my hypothesis. Similarly, testing the thermal conductivity of FeSe could either confirm or disprove the prime scaling behavior I’m suggesting.

 

Biological Validation:

Biophysicists can use box-counting methods on Cryo-EM maps of tau fibrils to see if they match the fractal dimension I’ve predicted. If they do, it would be significant support for my theory.

 

 

 

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IV. Why I’m Doing This

 

I’m driven by a desire to understand the underlying order of the universe, and my approach is not motivated by fame or recognition. I’ve been pursuing this idea for years, learning through self-study, and now I’m hoping that others will take this work seriously and contribute their expertise.

 

At the end of the day, this is about asking a simple question: what if prime numbers are more than just a mathematical curiosity? What if they shape the very fabric of reality? I hope that this hypothesis leads to further exploration, collaboration, and maybe even a revolution in how we understand the universe.

 

 

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V. Open Challenges

 

If any of these predictions are incorrect, I’ll gladly accept that. However, I challenge anyone who disagrees with my hypothesis to prove it wrong:

 

Disprove the CMB Fractal Claim:

If you can run large-scale simulations of Gaussian skies using Planck’s beam and mask and find a fractal dimension greater than 1.607, it would invalidate my CMB theory.

 

Disprove the Prime Harmonics in Superconductivity:

I challenge anyone to explain the observed superconductivity patterns without invoking prime numbers. If they can do this with conventional physics, it would undermine my entire framework.

 

Test ARPES in Bi-2212:

If ARPES experiments in cuprates fail to find gap nodes at the predicted momentum scale, my superconductivity hypothesis would be disproven.

 

 

 

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VI. Data & Code

 

In the spirit of transparency and collaboration, all of my data, code, and resources are open for use:

 

CMB Analysis: I’ve made Python scripts available for anyone to use when analyzing Planck data slices for fractality.

 

Prime Eigenstate Code: A script for lattice diagonalization is available for testing the relationship between primes and eigenstates in physical systems.

 

Box-Counting Protocol: A simple, reproducible protocol for testing the fractality of tau fibrils is provided for biophysicists.

 

 

 

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VII. Conclusion

 

I’m not making a definitive claim; I’m posing a question and offering predictions that could change the way we think about the universe. This hypothesis is still in its early stages, but I believe that, with the help of experts across various fields, we can either validate or disprove it. Either way, it’s a chance to push the boundaries of our understanding.

 

 

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Appendices

 

A: Box-counting instructions for Cryo-EM maps of tau fibrils.

B: The Prime Eigenstate Code for lattice diag

onalization.

C: A tutorial for analyzing CMB data slices with Planck’s beam and mask.

 

 

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Let’s see where this goes.

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