Beyond the Pump: A Narrative Study Exploring Heart Memory
Abdulkreem Al-Juhani,
Muhammad Imran,
Zeyad K Aljaili
et al.
Abstract:The field of organ transplantation, particularly heart transplantation, has brought to light interesting phenomena challenging traditional understandings of memory, identity, and consciousness. Studies indicate that heart transplant recipients may exhibit preferences, emotions, and memories resembling those of the donors, suggesting a form of memory storage within the transplanted organ. Mechanisms proposed for this memory transfer include cellular memory, epigenetic modifications, and energetic interactions. … Show more
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