Theoretical Conceptual Vacuum

Theoretical Conceptual Vacuum (Grinko-Hyde Paradigm)
A Theoretical Conceptual Vacuum, or the Grinko-Hyde paradigm, is the hypothesis than an idea can exist outside of the lens of human perception, thus allowing it to exist without an apparent moral or social value. This thought experiment bears some resemblance to the classic Schrodinger's cat experiment, though it is applied to a concept rather than actual physical variables.
The theory relies on the premise that normal human thought processes, such as the subject/object relationship and moral objectivity, can be suspended for a time, which can be achieved through meditation, manipulation of brain processes with trans-cranial magnetic stimulation, the use of mind-altering substances, or all of the above.

The concept is currently being tested for relativist applications. It's existence is purely theoretical, and thus it can only be applied to ideas that can qualify as such - there is no way to isolate such concepts as electromagnetism or gravity, though the ideas of God, god, morality and the ego are ideal case studies and can be explored without reference to cultural or moral context in mental states altered by the means described above.

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