A human source for ELF magnetic perturbations

Abstract

Current models that frame consciousness in terms of electromagnetic field theory carry implications that have yet to be fully explored. Endogenous weak extremely low frequency (ELF) magnetic fields are generated by ionic charge flow in axons, dendrites and synaptic transmitters. Because neural tissues are transparent to such fields, these provide the basis for the globally unifying qualities required to properly describe consciousness as a field. At the same time, however, an electromagnetic approach predicts partial transmission of this 1-100 nT field, suggesting external interactions similar to the various ELF magnetic perturbations that are linked to homeostatic and endocrine-related physiological effects. It follows that humans may represent an additional, previously unrecognized source of weak (1-10 nT) ambient ELF magnetic fields.

Node of Ranvier as an Array of Bio-Nanoantennas for Infrared Communication in Nerve Tissue

“…Some aspects highlighted by our model and their relationship with current knowledge on the action potential are worth to be addressed here: It is conceivable that electrochemical and electromagnetic mechanisms of neural signaling in the axonal compartment are not in contradiction; rather they are strictly associated phenomena, sharing a common origin, which relies on ionic channels activity. Because of neuronal activity in the brain, transmembrane currents, including ionic fluxes through channels, are known to contribute to electric and magnetic fields, which can be recorded in the extracellular medium 37 , 38 . Based on isolated neuron models, electrical response of neurons to noise-like electromagnetic radiation has been studied as a possible mechanism of mode selection and transition of electrical activities in neurons exposed to electromagnetic radiation 39 , 40 .…”

“…It is conceivable that electrochemical and electromagnetic mechanisms of neural signaling in the axonal compartment are not in contradiction; rather they are strictly associated phenomena, sharing a common origin, which relies on ionic channels activity. Because of neuronal activity in the brain, transmembrane currents, including ionic fluxes through channels, are known to contribute to electric and magnetic fields, which can be recorded in the extracellular medium 37 , 38 .…”

A Quantum-Classical Model of Brain Dynamics

“…Over the years, several models supporting the importance of quantum mechanical effects in the brain have been put forth. In this paper, we present a review of three approaches to brain dynamics: The Electromagnetic Field (EMF) approach [9][10][11][12][13][14][15][16][17], Orchestrated Objective Reduction (Orch OR) theory [18][19][20][21][22][23][24][25][26][27][28][29][30], and the Dissipative Quantum Model of Brain (DQMB) [31][32][33][34][35][36][37][38][39].…”

“…There are several key differences between the EMF, Orch OR, and DQMB approaches. While DQMB [31][32][33][34][35][36][37][38][39] is mainly concerned with the explanation of memory storage and retrieval, longrange correlations between brain clusters of cells and brain correlates of perception, both the EMF [9][10][11][12][13][14][15][16][17] and Orch OR [18][19][20][21][22][23][24][25][26][27][28][29][30] approaches claim to describe aspects of consciousness. In this paper, we do not consider such models as possible candidates for the explanation of consciousness; rather, whenever we discuss the EMF or Orc OR approach, we reinterpret them as models for the study of brain dynamics.…”

Photons detected in the active nerve by photographic technique

“…Since what are usually referred to as electrophysiological phenomena are ultimately electromagnetic in nature, this theory not only provides a sound explanation of an important physiological mechanism, but also opens up the possibility of providing new contributions to neuroscience by resorting to more comprehensive electromagnetic approaches. In the last decades research gradually began to deal with the implications of electromagnetic fields generated by brain activity, both as a whole and at the level of individual cells [2][3][4][5][6][7] . In particular, electromagnetic waves in the optic and infrared range, have been attracting growing attention for their possible role in neural communication [8][9][10] .…”