Quantum physics meets biology

Arndt, Markus; Juffmann, Thomas; Vedral, Vlatko

doi:10.2976/1.3244985

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“…Yet, Einstein was not happy with a quantum jargon mixing wave and particle elements and was sure that wave-particle duality should be finally resolved in favor of a wave model perse. Indeed nowadays quantum biological effects at room temperature have been discovered (reviewed by Arndt et al, 2009;Ball, 2011;Lambert et al, 2013;Lloyd, 2014;Huelga and Plenio, 2013). …”

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Quantum Wave Information of Life Revealed: An Algorithm for Electromagnetic Frequencies that Create Stability of Biological Order, With Implications for Brain Function and Consciousness

Geesink¹,

Meijer

2016

Neuroquantology

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We propose a hypothesis of a mathematical algorithm for coherent quantum frequencies, that may create stability of biological order. The concept is based on an extensive literature survey, comprising 175 articles from 1950 to 2015, dealing with effects of electromagnetic radiation on in vitro and in vivo life systems, indicating that typical discrete coherent frequencies of electromagnetic waves are able to stabilize cells, whereas others cause a clear destabilization. We find support for the hypothesis of H. Fröhlich, that a driven set of oscillators condenses in a broad energy range, may activate a vibrational mode in life organisms at room temperature. Taking into account the life sustaining frequencies, as extracted from literature, an algorithm of coherent frequencies of standing waves for the stability of biological order was inferred. Interestingly, we found that the origin of the particular biological algorithm can be mathematically approached by a selected "tempered Pythagorean" reference acoustic scale. The algorithm expresses one-dimensional wave equations known for vibrating strings. The origin of the biological algorithm was condensed in a mathematical expression, in which all frequencies have ratios of 1:2 and closely approach ratios of 2:3. This inferred algorithm was subsequently verified with regard to various frequencies of electromagnetic waves, as applied in the above-mentioned independent biological studies. It was also matched with a range of 23 different measured quantum resonances emitted by a selected inorganic silicate mineral, that is able to catalyze the oligomerization of RNA. The selected silicate was experimentally shown to act as a quantum replicator, specifically emitting EM radiation at frequencies that are fully in line with this algorithm. Such silicate quantum replicators, therefore may have been instrumental in the initiation of first replicating, life, cells at the edge of pre-biotic evolution. Our model may imply that, at the quantum scale, an underlying electromagnetically defined order may have been present, that was a prerequisite for the coding of synthesis and functional arrangement of cellular elements in biological evolution. Far infrared dynamics, reminiscent of coherent nonrelativistic super fluids in 3+1-dimensions, may have played a role. Finally, we address the question whether the identified electromagnetic fields may also influence neural systems in general and human (self) consciousness in particular. We are finding support for recent electromagnetic and stochastic zero-point energy field theories in quantum consciousness studies. The striking similarity of electromagnetic wave frequencies, detected by us in the biological studies, and in selected clay minerals, as well as in color spectra, tone scales and sound induced geometric Chladni patterns, may indicate that we identified the involvement of a universal electromagnetic principle, that underlies the observed life sustaining effects and also may have been instrumental in the creation of biologica...

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Section: Introductionmentioning

confidence: 99%

Quantum Wave Information of Life Revealed: An Algorithm for Electromagnetic Frequencies that Create Stability of Biological Order, With Implications for Brain Function and Consciousness

Geesink¹,

Meijer

2016

Neuroquantology

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“…2,3 Probing exciton dynamics in proteins is essential for fundamental cell biology as well as for protein engineering. However, it has never been an easy task, mainly due to the fact that the exciton behaviors are dictated by the quantum mechanism and rely on molecular interactions, which vary a lot during biological functions and are hardly accessible to traditional techniques.…”

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Two-Dimensional Near Ultraviolet (2DNUV) Spectroscopic Probe of Structural-Dependent Exciton Dynamics in a Protein

Deng

Voronine

et al. 2015

J. Phys. Chem. B

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Understanding the exciton dynamics in biological systems is crucial for the manipulation of their function. We present a combined quantum mechanics (QM) and molecular dynamics (MD) simulation study that demonstrates how coherent two dimensional near ultraviolet (2DNUV) spectra can be used to probe the exciton dynamics in a mini-protein, Trp-cage. 2DNUV signals originate from aromatic transitions which are significantly affected by the couplings between residues, which determine exciton transport and energy relaxation. The temporal evolution of 2DNUV features captures important protein structural information, including geometric details and peptide orientations.

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“…For a more general introduction to both quantum physics, and quantum biology, the reader is directed to these references [15,[26][27][28]. Briefly, many scientists have toyed with the possibility that quantum physics can be used to explain biological phenomena.…”

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“…The fifth concept refers to the emergence of order in complex systems when subject to perturbation and life as a dissipative system [12,13]. This ties in with the idea that life exhibits negative entropy [14], which via quantum mechanics, leads to the emergence of a new field of "quantum biology" [15]. The sixth concept is the importance of integrating the fields of thermodynamics and quantum physics as "quantum thermodynamics" [16]; life must certainly obey principles of both thermodynamics and quantum physics [17].…”

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The Hormesis of Thinking: A Deeper Quantum Thermodynamic Perspective?

Nunn¹,

Guy²,

Bell³

2017

Int J Neurorehabilitation Eng

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We are able to read this because of quantum and thermodynamic principles that via an inorganic proton gradient, possibly generated 4.2 billion years ago, gave rise to a system that has an awareness of time and space by using energy to integrate information. Life can be described as a dissipative system driven by an energy gradient that uses information to positively reinforce its self-sustaining structure, which in turn increases its non-linear decisional capacity. Key in the evolution of life has been stress coupled to natural selection, which usually meant an increased demand for energy. As hormesis describes the adaptive response to stress, we propose that hormesis embraces not only the evolution of life, but that of intelligence itself, as natural selection would favour systems that enhances its efficiency. A component of the hormetic response in eukaryotes is the mitochondrion, which itself relies on quantum effects such as tunnelling. This suggests that quantum effects control the stability of individual cells as well as long-lived cellular networks. Hormesis, which can be anti-inflammatory, is therefore key in maintaining the functional stability of complex systems, including the brain. In contrast, a lack of classical hormetic factors, such as physical activity, plant polyphenols, or calorie restriction, will lead to accelerated cognitive decline, which is associated with increased inflammation. However, there may be another previously unidentified factor that could also be considered hormetic, and that is thinking itself. Here we propose that the process of "thinking", and managing complex movement, induces "stress" in the neuronal system and is therefore in itself part of maintaining cognitive health and reserve throughout life. In effect, the right amount of thinking and information processing can beneficially induce adaptation, and this itself could be explainable by quantum thermodynamics.

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Quantum physics meets biology

Cited by 184 publications

References 103 publications

Quantum Wave Information of Life Revealed: An Algorithm for Electromagnetic Frequencies that Create Stability of Biological Order, With Implications for Brain Function and Consciousness

Quantum Wave Information of Life Revealed: An Algorithm for Electromagnetic Frequencies that Create Stability of Biological Order, With Implications for Brain Function and Consciousness

Two-Dimensional Near Ultraviolet (2DNUV) Spectroscopic Probe of Structural-Dependent Exciton Dynamics in a Protein

The Hormesis of Thinking: A Deeper Quantum Thermodynamic Perspective?

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