(TOE) unification of quantum field theory and general relativity, and (MNST) Minimalist structuralism An ontologically minimal, empirically consistent framework.
MINST – Minimalist StructuralismAn ontologically minimal, empirically consistent framework1. Starting point and goal. The goal of minimalist structuralism (MINST) is to formulate an ontological minimum that: is consistent with the entire empirical practice of modern physics, does not introduce uncompelled concepts (such as observer, consciousness, or measurement as fundamental entities), and is capable of deriving the concepts that science traditionally regards as fundamental. MINST does not deny the functioning of science; rather, it traces its concepts back to structural foundations. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Relationship between MINST and TOE MINST and TOE are related but distinct conceptual research frameworks. MINST explores the minimal structural assumptions required for an ontological interpretation of physical reality, while TOE investigates a possible mathematical and dynamical description based on a universal field and spectral stability. The two approaches share an interest in emergent structures and the reduction of unnecessary fundamental assumptions. However, no rigorous mathematical derivation connecting the two frameworks has yet been established. Neither framework should be regarded as experimental confirmation or mathematical proof of the other. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ (TOE) - Theory of Everything — A Conceptual Framework for a Unified Field and Spectral Stability This work presents an exploratory theoretical framework for a possible unified description of physical reality based on a single underlying field, denoted by Φ. The central hypothesis is that observable physical structures and interactions may emerge from the spectral organization, dynamical evolution, and stability properties of this fundamental field. The proposed approach investigates the potential roles of Fourier-mode decomposition, Lyapunov stability, weak derivatives, and generalized mathematical descriptions in understanding physical regularity and the possible avoidance of fundamental singularities. Particular attention is given to the idea that physically meaningful structures may correspond to dynamically stable spectral configurations, while apparent singularities could indicate limitations of existing mathematical descriptions rather than necessarily representing fundamental physical infinities. The framework explores whether known physical phenomena might eventually be described as effective manifestations of a more fundamental unified dynamics. Scientific status: This work is a speculative and preliminary research proposal. It does not currently provide a complete mathematical formalism, a demonstrated derivation of established physical theories, or independently verified experimental predictions. Its hypotheses should not be regarded as established scientific results. The purpose of this publication is to document the original conceptual framework, preserve its development, and make its assumptions and unresolved mathematical and physical questions available for future critical examination.
Authors
- Ferenc Potornai
Publication Details
- Journal
- Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)
- Published
- 2026-11-05
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.23986465
- Primary Topic
- Relativity and Gravitational Theory
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00