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SCHMIDTS RNG EXPERIMENT
HELMUT SCHMIDTs random number generator experiments : a subject at the Institute of Parapsychology, Durham, North Carolina, attempts to predict or affect the RNG display Date: 1960s-1970s
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This photograph captures a pivotal moment in the history of parapsychology research: Helmuth Schmidt's Random Number Generator (RNG) experiments at the Institute of Parapsychology in Durham, North Carolina, during the 1960s and 1970s. In this image, a dedicated subject focuses intently on the RNG display, their expression a mix of concentration and determination. The RNG, a device designed to generate random sequences of numbers, was a cornerstone of Schmidt's groundbreaking investigations into the realm of the paranormal and psychical research. The experiments aimed to explore the possibility that humans could predict or even influence the output of the RNG, challenging the fundamental principles of chance and probability. Schmidt's work built upon earlier research by J.B. Rhine and his team at the Duke Parapsychology Laboratory, which had reported significant results in ESP (Extrasensory Perception) and PK (Psychokinesis) studies using similar RNG equipment. Despite the controversy and skepticism surrounding parapsychology research, Schmidt and his colleagues remained committed to their work, believing that the potential discoveries could shed light on the nature of consciousness and the human mind. The subject in this photograph, with their unwavering focus and determination, embodies the spirit of curiosity and exploration that drove these pioneering investigations. Throughout the decades, Schmidt's RNG experiments have continued to spark debate and fascination, with some researchers still exploring the potential for human influence on random number generators. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the enduring allure of the unknown and the human desire to push the boundaries of our understanding.
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