Modeling Meridians Within the Quantum Field Theory.

We present here a model of meridians in the formalism of the gauge theory paradigm of quantum field theory with spontaneous breakdown of symmetry. We discuss the origin and dynamic self-focusing propagation of the electromagnetic field in coherent states and the role it plays in our meridian modeling. Within this frame, we consider the formation of solitary waves on proteins and anatomical filamentary structures and discuss nondissipative energy transport. Finally, we analyze the relation of meridians with anatomical filamentary structures, the reciprocal actions between meridians, and biochemical activity and the key role played by free energy, internal energy, and entropy. Keywords: coherence, energy transfer, meridians, solitons, spontaneous breakdown of symmetr

Investigation into the acupuncture and meridian system

The Meridian system conceived by the ancient Chinese has been described and referenced for more than a thousand years. The Meridians meaning paths are the main trunks that run longitudinally within the body. The Meridian system consists of about 400 acupuncture nodes and 20 Meridian channels connecting most of these points. It deals with the routing and distribution of certain signals that may affect physiological functions. It integrates meridians, tissues and organs into a complex system. Initially, modeling of the acupuncture system is investigated. The physical effect of injecting an acupuncture needle at a node is suggested by an equivalent model of a current (voltage) source based on a simple Faraday disk generator concept. The motion of the needle due to hand manipulation in the presence of Earth\u27s magnetic fields acts as a Faraday\u27s dynamo and causes accumulation of positive (negative) charges at the tip of the needle. Due to clockwise (counter clockwise) rotation, further increase of accumulated charges at the tip results in their release in the form of an equivalent current (voltage) source. This effect has been enhanced by connecting a variable frequency source on a needle inserted into one of the nodes of the meridian system. Voltage variations at the adjacent nodes along the same meridian are measured and the relative connectivity has been observed to verify the concept of a network. It is observed that the induced voltages are proportional to the corresponding path lengths, and further more, the existence paths are found to be frequency dependent. An equivalent transmission line model is suggested. The presence of minute electrical currents also suggests that there is magnetic field along the meridian and therefore the inclusion of series inductance is appropriate. This has already been confirmed by SQUID measurements carried out and reported by [Lo 2003]. The presence of the inductive (resistive) path suggests that capacitive effects due to accompanying electric fields have to be included as shunt capacitance in the equivalent model. It shows that distributed resistance and inductance plus the shunt capacitance perfectly simulate the equivalent transmission line that is essential for signal propagation along the meridians of the acupuncture system. Measurements carried out indicate the presence of lossy resistive paths along the meridian consisting of three nodes. This has been carried out in an acupuncture clinic and two human subjects are subjected to testing on three different occasions. Sinusoidal signals in the frequency range between 20 to 80 Hz are used with different amplitudes, and strengths of propagated signals are measured to verify the existence of the electrical transmission path along that meridian. Additional hypothesis is made suggesting that the cluster water wire can be used to model the pathways of the acupuncture system. One of the reasons for this approach is that cluster water wires are ideal to model tiny nano-size capillaries. They may be present but their presences have not been verified yet physically, even through the SQUID measurements confirm the flow of minute currents along the acupuncture meridians. Petri net formulation has been developed as an attractive alternative to model bionetwork consisting of acupuncture nodes and meridians. However, validating this assumption requires an extensive measurement to be carried out, which is beyond the currently available capabilities and resources. Future work includes much more accurate modeling of pathways and nodes on each meridian, their coupling with each other. Further frequency dependent system identification in terms of equivalent parameters and their coupling behavior in the complex network, i.e., Petri net formation is required to solve the unexplained acupuncture meridian system. The presence of 20 meridians involving more than 400 nodes suggests that the acupuncture system is ideal to model a biological network

New Perspectives in Stress Psycho-Diagnosis

The paper aims at establishing a new stress assessment methodology using the GDVCamera to find ways to minimize the stress level by accessing known psychotherapeutic techniques toprofessions such as police. The research aims at repeated measurements performed on a group of 30subjects under stress conditions and after relaxation therapies. The working hypothesis is that the useof some quick relaxation, concentration and attention techniques can cause the stress level of thesubjects to decrease. The novelty stems from the fact that this methodology of stress assessment ismuch more effective than the ones used so far

Paradigm of modern pharmacology: development and current approaches

The article focuses on the current approach to understanding pharmaceutical products’ effect. It describes a paradigm shift in views on pharmaceutical action in correlation to the processes occurring under pathology. The paper discusses the role of regulatory processes in the development of a disease and a recovery. It points out the necessity of disease registration in order to early start a therap

An Extended Interpretation of the Thermodynamic Theory Including an Additional Energy Associated with a Decrease in Mass

Although its practical efficiency is unquestionable, the thermodynamic tool presents a slight inconsistency from the theoretical point of view. After exposing arguments, which explain this opinion, a suggestion is put forward to solve the problem. It consists of linking the mass-energy relation d m = m c^{2} to the laws of thermodynamics. This combination results in a clarification of the theory and opens a bridge between thermodynamics and gravitation. It is shown that the submicroscopic consideration, which is based on the cellular concept of the real physical space when the space is treated as the tessellation lattice, indeed strongly supports the idea of a variation in mass in thermodynamic processes.Comment: 25 pages and 6 figure

CAM Modalities Can Stimulate Advances in Theoretical Biology

Most complementary medicine is distinguished by not being supported by underlying theory accepted by Western science. However, for those who accept their validity, complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) modalities offer clues to understanding physiology and medicine more deeply. Ayurveda and vibrational medicine are stimulating new approaches to biological regulation. The new biophysics can be integrated to yield a single consistent theory, which may well underly much of CAM—a true ‘physics of physick’. The resulting theory seems to be a new, fundamental theory of health and etiology. It suggests that many CAM approaches to health care are scientifically in advance of those based on current Western biology. Such theories may well constitute the next steps in our scientific understanding of biology itself. If successfully developed, these ideas could result in a major paradigm shift in both biology and medicine, which will benefit all interested parties—consumers, health professionals, scientists, institutions and governments