From ScienceAlert · Michelle Starr · · 1m
Near-Death Experiences Follow Color and Shape Rules
Scientists found near-death experiences often follow color and shape patterns.
In brief
Scientists found near-death experiences often follow color and shape patterns. A study of 50 near-death experience reports shows tunnels are usually black and white while broader spaces are colorful. Originally reported by ScienceAlert.
Near-Death Experiences
People who near-death experiences often describe tunnels or vast luminous spaces.
Study Finds Patterns
Researchers asked 50 people to draw maps of near-death experiences they recalled.
Four Main Shapes
The study identified four main categories of spaces: conical, broad curved, flatter curving, and spherical.
Color Patterns
Tunnels were mostly black and white while broader spaces were colorful.
Possible Connections
The color and shape patterns may link to low-light vision or the Ganzfeld effect.
Limitations
The study has limitations including self-selected participants and potential bias from guided sessions.
Published Findings
The research was published in Frontiers in Psychology in 2026.
What This Means
These patterns suggest near-death experiences may follow predictable rules rather than being random.
The bottom line
A study of 50 near-death experience reports shows tunnels are usually black and white while broader spaces are colorful.
