Immortal Memory Management Theory (IMMT): A Philosophical Framework for Memory, Identity and Infinite Existence
The Immortal Memory Management Theory (IMMT) is a philosophical framework exploring how an immortal being might preserve personal identity while managing an unlimited accumulation of memories. The theory proposes three memory systems: 1. Permanent Memory: Preserves essential memories related to the being's origin and identity. 2. Temporary Memory: Stores experiences, relationships, and events that may eventually be forgotten. 3. External Memory Archive: Stores records of important experiences and allows selected memories to be retrieved when needed. IMMT explores the possibility that forgetting may be necessary for maintaining a stable identity during an infinitely long existence. This work is a philosophical hypothesis, not an established scientific theory or proof of immortality.
Authors
- Ayush Srivastava (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-2874-4218)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)
- Published
- 2026-11-07
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.23989480
- Primary Topic
- Philosophy and Theoretical Science
- Type
- preprint