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Mechanistic interpretability July 2026

When (and when not) LLMs can verbalize awareness of J-Space concept injections - Initial results

An intervention study in Qwen 3.6–27B exploring the conditions for verbalized awareness of concept injections in its J-Space.

  • 3,120 positive-strength trials across both response orders
  • 322 → 0 exact reports when the report moves before the answer
  • 450 vs. 454 steered answers—nearly unchanged by order
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Questions, collaborations, or thoughtful disagreements are welcome.

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