Trace Source Emergent Information Dynamics Theory: A Non–Mind-First Account of Variable Complementary Determinism

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Authors: Armando Soto
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Abstract

This work proposes that deterministic systems can still generate structured novelty given that Trace, treated as hx/Actuality/Prospective state-order (trace order), yields Variable Complementary Determinism (VCD) through which reactive fields and reactants propagate into functions and reactions, informational dynamics, behavior (choice and creation), and, without mind as a first-source assumption, coordinative awareness/intelligence as scalar, legible threshold expressions. Master index (all 9 theories): https://armandosotouidt.github.io/ 3.2.1 Registration snapshot (frozen): https://doi.org/10.17605/OSF.IO/JME9G Links (navigation) Landing page: https://armandosotouidt.github.io// Master index (all theories): https://armandosotouidt.github.io/ If links are stripped, search repository: armandosotouidt

Fields of Study & Subjects

Complex Systems and Dynamics Philosophy and Theoretical Science Chaos Complexity and Education

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Publication date
1 January 2026
Document type
Preprint