Summary
This document is a declassified CIA report from 1984 titled 'HUMAN PARANORMAL CAPABILITIES', specifically Volume Two, Issue Two of 'Research in Human Paranormal Capabilities'. It details research experiments in China on human paranormal abilities, Qigong theory, and foreign research. The publication details subscription information and presents a table of contents with various research activities. It covers topics like psychic writing, breaking needles, analyzing psychic children's sensory transmission, and includes reports from various provincial human science research committees across China celebrating the 5th anniversary of human science research.
Key Insights
Human science research in China, focusing on paranormal capabilities, has been evolving since 1979, facing initial skepticism but gradually gaining recognition and support.
The document highlights that the research into human paranormal capabilities in China began with a report in the 'Sichuan Daily' on March 11, 1979, detailing a child's ability to distinguish characters by ear. This marked the beginning of what is now termed 'human science research'. Over the past five years (from 1979 to 1984), this field has evolved through distinct stages: discovery, development, controversy, and thorough research. Despite facing opposition and being labeled as contrary to Marxism, idealism, or even sorcery, the research persisted due to the efforts of scientists, leaders, and the growing body of experimental evidence. By 1984, it was gaining support from higher levels of government and scientific bodies, with plans for more in-depth research and integration into scientific discourse.
Scientific rigor and methodology are emphasized as crucial for the advancement and acceptance of human paranormal research.
The document repeatedly stresses the importance of scientific methodology in human paranormal research. Speakers and authors caution against anecdotal evidence and emphasize the need for detailed, scientifically verifiable records, statistical analysis, and reproducible experiments. The loss of special abilities by some individuals, like Tang Yu, is cited as a reason for meticulous scientific documentation. Concerns are raised about the adequacy of current medical standards in recording Qigong-related cures and the need for research to meet generally accepted scientific standards for publication. The complexity of studying living subjects, especially those exhibiting paranormal abilities, requires careful observation, complete data, and a scientific approach to overcome influences and ensure reliability. The research into the 'XZ-20 Information Diagnostic Instrument' is presented as an example of work that, while not complete, contributes to a larger body of knowledge when combined with other efforts.
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The quarterly publication 'Research in Human Paranormal Capabilities' originally started in March 1983 and details research experiments from China.
This publication is a quarterly journal that began in March 1983 and published its second issue in June 1984. It focuses on reporting research experiments conducted in China concerning human paranormal capabilities. Additionally, it includes papers on special topics, classical research, explorations into Qigong theory, and foreign research in the field of human paranormal capabilities. Each issue costs 0.50 Yuan, with an annual subscription for four issues costing 2 Yuan.
Subscription to the journal can be made via bank draft or postal money order with clear identification of the remitter.
To subscribe to 'Research in Human Paranormal Capabilities', individuals or organizations can use either a bank draft or a postal money order. For bank drafts, funds should be sent to the Shanghai Commercial Bank, Xu Ban-Hua Branch Office, for 'Nature Magazine', with account number 7100216. For postal money orders, they should be addressed to Shanghai Post Office Box 5056, 'Nature Magazine', Mail Order Group. It is crucial for the remitter to clearly write the name of their organization or person and their address when sending money.
The publication is edited by the Research in Human Paranormal Capabilities Editorial Department and published by Nature Magazine Press.
The editorial responsibilities for the publication 'Research in Human Paranormal Capabilities' lie with its own Editorial Department. The publisher is Nature Magazine Press, located in Shanghai with a mailing address of POB 5056. The printing of the journal is handled by the 12th Shanghai Municipal Printing Plant, and its domestic distribution is managed by Nature Magazine Press, with a Shanghai Publication Number of 361. The price for a single issue is listed as 0.05 Yuan.
Table of Contents: Research in Human Paranormal Capabilities, Volume 2, 1984
The publication features research activities, special topics, and reader letters related to human paranormal capabilities.
This section outlines the contents of Volume Two of 'Research in Human Paranormal Capabilities' from 1984. It includes a special topic titled 'A Memorable Important Day', followed by a report on the 'First Board of Directors Meeting of Neimenggu Human Research'. Several research articles are listed, such as 'Breaking through the Obstacles of Space for Psychic Writing', 'An Experiment of Using Psychic Power to Break Needles and Make them Whole Again', and 'Analysis of Tests on Transmission of Sensation through Channels in 25 Psychic Children'. Other topics include 'An Experiment into the Psychic Magnification Effect', 'Reliability of Experiments in Human Psychic Vision', 'Health through Jinggong', and 'Some Ideas on Our Understanding of Diagnosis by Human X-ray Vision'. The table of contents also includes 'Letters from Readers', 'A General Discussion of Parapsychology', and 'A Psychic Student in Japan', along with a section on 'Suggested Chinese Renditions of Some English Language Terms'.
The content covers a wide range of paranormal phenomena and related research, including specific experimental results and theoretical discussions.
The table of contents details a variety of research endeavors in human paranormal capabilities. Specific experimental reports include breaking and reforming needles, analyzing sensory transmission in psychic children, and exploring psychic magnification effects and psychic vision reliability. The publication also delves into theoretical aspects, such as 'A General Discussion of Parapsychology' and 'Some Ideas on Our Understanding of Diagnosis by Human X-ray Vision'. Health-related applications like 'Health through Jinggong' are also featured. The inclusion of 'Letters from Readers' suggests an interactive element, while 'Suggested Chinese Renditions of Some English Language Terms' indicates efforts to standardize terminology within the field. Pictures of 'Commemorative Activities of the China Human Science Commission (Preparatory)' are also noted.
A Memorable Important Day: Speech at the Symposium for the 5th Anniversary of Research in Human Paranormal Capabilities in China
The speech marks the 5th anniversary of recognizing paranormal capabilities in China, starting with Tang Yu's ear-reading ability.
This speech commemorates the fifth anniversary of the recognition of human paranormal capabilities in China, which began with the reported ability of Tang Yu to distinguish Chinese characters with his ear, published in the 'Sichuan Daily' on March 11, 1979. The speaker emphasizes the significance of this event in modern China and the importance of recalling the experiences and lessons learned over the past five years. This anniversary is framed as a major event in humanity's understanding of the objective world.
Human science, encompassing paranormal abilities, Chinese medicine, and Qigong, is positioned as a frontier of the new science revolution despite facing ideological challenges.
The speech identifies human science, which includes paranormal capabilities, Chinese medicine, and Qigong, as a key component of a coming new science revolution. This concept was discussed at a conference on new technology revolution, where 'human science' was presented alongside systematic science and thought science. While the first two were readily accepted, 'human science' encountered disagreement, highlighting the ideological struggle. The speaker notes that this field is difficult to research and gain acceptance for, leading to a defense of dialectical materialism against opposing viewpoints, which are characterized as mechanical or idealistic materialism. The speech anticipates a 'bitter struggle' in this domain.
Scientific research in these areas must be serious, thorough, and adhere to modern scientific standards to be credible.
A critical point raised is the absolute necessity for research in human paranormal capabilities to be conducted with seriousness, thoroughness, and adherence to modern scientific standards. The example of Tang Yu losing his abilities underscores the need for proper scientific recording of development processes and specific circumstances. Similarly, for Qigong cures, case records must comply with generally recognized medical standards to be publishable, potentially in international journals if not in China. The speaker argues that individual instances are insufficient, especially for phenomena like paranormal capabilities which are subject to many influences, necessitating robust statistical records and scientific methods.
Improved academic exchanges with greater depth are crucial given the demanding nature of research and the part-time involvement of many researchers.
The speaker suggests a need to enhance organizational work for academic exchanges. Observing that current exchanges, like those at the Qigong conference, may lack depth, a proposal is made for more frequent and perhaps shorter, more focused meetings (e.g., half-day sessions). This recommendation stems from the reality that most researchers are engaged in this field as a secondary profession, making extended multi-day conferences difficult to attend. More profound exchanges are deemed beneficial for advancing understanding.
The collective effort of many individuals contributing small pieces of knowledge is vital for progress, rather than relying on isolated genius.
Addressing the volume of research material received, the speaker uses the analogy of a psychic slowly deciphering a character to explain the cumulative nature of scientific progress. They emphasize that even incomplete or seemingly minor contributions, like those on the 'XZ-20 Information Diagnostic Instrument', are valuable. By gathering these 'drops in the bucket' from various sources, a clearer understanding can eventually be formed. This perspective counters the idea of waiting for a sudden genius, asserting that progress arises from sustained, collective effort and diligent work.
Solidarity is essential for navigating the difficult path of human science research, which faces challenges in gaining support and acceptance.
The speech highlights the significant difficulty expected in gaining widespread support for human science research in the short term, comparing it to the challenges faced in establishing traditional Chinese medicine in the constitution. Solidarity among researchers is deemed paramount. Drawing a parallel to the struggle to defend dialectical materialism, the speaker calls for unity within their group. They acknowledge that diverse opinions are natural given the complexity and novelty of the subject matter, but stress the importance of maintaining a unified spirit and resolving any problems through discussion, preventing conflicts that could harm the research. A warning about potential deterioration of relationships between cooperating units is noted as a cautionary tale.
First Board of Directors Meeting of Neimenggu Human Research Commission
The Neimenggu Human Science Research Commission held its first board meeting on March 10, 1984, discussing past work and future plans.
On March 10, 1984, the Neimenggu Autonomous Region's Human Science Research Commission convened its inaugural board of directors meeting. Key figures like Honorary Chairman Yun Shu-Bi, Chairman Wu Wen-Wu, and Deputy Chairman Liu Jin-Zhu were present, along with several board members. The meeting focused on conveying the spirit of the Chengtu Human Science Conference, summarizing the region's human science work over the preceding years, and planning for 1984. The board also reviewed the financial aspects of their work.
Human science is emerging as a major field, characterized by unique features in the context of modern scientific and technological advancements.
A point discussed at the meeting was the burgeoning status of human science within the global scientific landscape. It was noted that amidst rapid developments in modern science and technology and the ongoing new production revolution, human science is increasingly smashing through resistance and difficulties, establishing itself as a major scientific discipline. Its emergence is marked by the introduction of novel and distinct characteristics into the broader field of science.
Neimenggu's human science research has involved work with young people's psychic capabilities, inter-provincial exchanges, and organizational development.
The review of past work in Neimenggu's human science sector highlighted several key activities. These included efforts to explore and develop psychic capabilities in young people, conducting repeated experiments on children with such abilities, and performing relevant examinations and research on them. The region also engaged in experience exchanges with other provinces and municipalities to foster mutual learning. Neimenggu hosted the Fourth Plenary Session of China's Human Science Research Commission (preparatory) and participated in national academic meetings to understand national developments. An Autonomous Region Human Science Commission and subordinate study groups were also established.
China's Human Science Research Commission (Preparatory) Holds Ceremonies for 5th Anniversary
The 5th anniversary of China's human science research, marked by Tang Yu's ear-reading ability, was celebrated with various events across the country.
The 5th anniversary of human science research in China, originating from the March 11, 1979, 'Sichuan Daily' report on elementary student Tang Yu's ability to distinguish characters by ear, was celebrated nationwide with commemorative activities led by the China Human Science Research Commission (preparatory). The main celebration took place in Chengdu, Sichuan. This anniversary acknowledged the initial discovery of various children with similar abilities across China and the subsequent expansion of research into human paranormal capabilities.
The past five years of research have been characterized by overcoming suppression, scientific development, and increasing leadership support.
Xie Yao-Qi, a standing member of the China Human Sciences Research Commission, noted that the past five years of paranormal capability research, despite facing suppression and attacks, have led to greater concern, development, and participation in research. He stated that this progress has attracted the attention and support of party central and national leaders, allowing research to continue under the Party's guidance. He emphasized that human science research will be at the forefront of the new technological revolution and contribute to national modernization efforts.
The five-year development of human science research is divided into four stages: discovery, development, struggle, and thorough research.
Zhu Run-Long, Secretary-General of the China Human Science Research Commission, outlined the past five years of human science research in four stages. The first stage (March-September 1979) was the discovery phase, with reports of 19 children with psychic abilities. The second stage (September 1979-August 1981) was the developmental stage, marked by formal recognition of human science research, publication of papers, evolution of concepts, symposia, establishment of the preparatory committee, and support from scientists. The third stage (September 1981-June 1982) was the struggle stage, involving debates and opposition, but culminating in central committee documents allowing research to continue. The fourth stage (June 1982-present) is the stage of thorough research, focusing on deeper investigation and breakthroughs.
Key achievements in research include demonstrating psychic abilities, observing physiological changes, and developing theoretical frameworks like 'The Human Functional State'.
Zhu Run-Long detailed the achievements in human psychic functions research over five years. These include establishing the existence, universality, inducibility, and multiplicity of these abilities. Research has also focused on physiological changes in psychics (EEG, blood flow, etc.), physical phenomena associated with directed psychic energy, and initial probes into the mechanics. Relationships between psychic functions and Qigong, theoretical research (e.g., Qian Xue-Lin's theory), broader human-universe concepts, and the philosophical and social implications of these functions have also been explored. Academic exchanges through publications and conferences, and the formation of research forces and leadership structures, are also noted as significant outcomes.
Challenges remain, including lack of funding, inadequate social acceptance for researchers, and ensuring the well-being of psychic children.
Despite progress, Zhu Run-Long noted detrimental aspects, such as the lack of national integration for research in most units, insufficient funding, and difficulties in assuring the health and educational promotion of psychic children. Social acceptance for researchers' time, titles, promotions, and work is also lacking. These issues are identified as problems that need to be addressed in the future. However, there is confidence in future development, emphasizing the need to leverage opportunities, overcome obstacles, and contribute to the four modernizations during the new technological revolution.
Sichuan province has been a central hub for research, with provincial leaders consistently supporting efforts in human psychic functions.
Zhou Meng-Pu reported on the last five years of research on human psychic functions in Sichuan province, highlighting it as the birthplace and continuing center for such research. He noted consistent support from Sichuan provincial leaders and the tireless efforts of scientific and technical personnel. Significant progress has been made in areas like 'Recognizing Chinese Characters by Ear,' 'Teleportation,' Qigong and Psychic Function relationships, Human-Universe concepts, and Mechanics research. Efforts are planned to intensify future research in Sichuan.
Human science is viewed as a new, complex interdisciplinary field blending biological, life, natural, and social sciences, crucial for the new technological revolution.
Yang Chao-Tong, Sichuan Provincial Political Commissar and Secretary, described human science as a new and complex field. He defined it as a combination of biological science, life science, and human science, representing a highly complex system. It is also seen as a composite science integrating natural and social sciences, and a new science formed by electronics, systematic science, and human science. He urged for accelerated research in this area, emphasizing its importance in the context of the new technological revolution.
Future research directions include deepening existing foundations, integrating advanced technologies like computers, and focusing on inducing psychic functions.
Yang Chao-Tong outlined future directions for human science research: 1. Deepen and broaden the present foundation by analyzing traditional Chinese medicine, Qigong, psychic functions, and brain science. 2. Seek breakthroughs by combining electronics and brain science, particularly using computers to analyze brain functions, and involving electronics experts. 3. Emphasize inducing psychic functions, proposing traditional, Qigong, and information induction methods, and suggesting attached middle schools for psychic children. 4. Move towards a fully open, planned national integration of this research, anticipating completion within three to five years.
Solidarity among researchers and integrated national efforts are vital for advancing human science research.
Yang Chao-Tong stressed the importance of solidarity, likening the collective research strength to 'eight immortals crossing the sea,' each using their prowess for a common goal. He suggested the Sichuan Provincial Human Science Research Committee could publish a 'Bulletin' and briefs, and hoped for support from the Provincial Science Commission and Science Association. He concluded that human science, a blend of old and new, Chinese and foreign, might see its breakthrough in China, predicting a bright future and congratulating researchers on future achievements.
Activities celebrating the anniversary were held in various locations, including Shanghai, Xinjiang, Fujian, Zhejiang, Shaanxi, Guangdong, Shanxi, and Anhui.
The document details commemorative activities held in numerous provinces and municipalities across China, including Shanghai, Xinjiang, Fujian, Zhejiang, Shaanxi, Guangdong, Shanxi (Taiyuan), and Anhui (Wuhu). These meetings involved researchers, specialists, government officials, and sometimes psychic children and their parents. Reports were given on past achievements, current research, and future plans. Demonstrations of psychic abilities, discussions on Qigong, and proposals for establishing local human science committees were common features of these events.
Shanghai's large-scale academic conference emphasized the progress and challenges of human science research over the past five years.
In Shanghai, a large academic reporting conference was held on March 3rd, attended by over 400 people, including committee members, researchers, officials, and parents. Chairman He Zong-Yu reviewed the five years of human science research, describing it as a 'rough and bumpy road' that has gradually gained attention and support, notably from Professor Qian Xue-Lin and leader Zhang Zhen-Huan. Achievements in scientific experiments and theoretical aspects, like 'The Human Functional State' theory, along with organizational developments, were highlighted. Future development is seen as promising, contingent on steady work and confidence.
The Fujian provincial meeting featured a psychic abilities demonstration, highlighting progress in areas like character recognition and psychic sight.
In Fujian, a meeting organized by the Provincial Qigong Research Committee featured a demonstration by a middle school student exhibiting psychic abilities, including recognizing Chinese characters by ear, psychic sight, and long-distance perception. The event was attended by representatives from over 20 units, including provincial departments, universities, and research institutions. The successful demonstration was met with enthusiastic applause, underscoring progress in the field within the province.
Zhejiang's symposium reviewed past research and included psychic children demonstrating abilities like reading closed books and teleportation.
A symposium in Hangzhou, Zhejiang, included a review of five years of human science research by Professor Dong Tai-Hie. Parents of psychic children spoke, expressing indignation at slander and pledging continued support. Five psychic children demonstrated abilities such as 'recognizing Chinese characters by ear,' reading a closed book, and teleportation. The attendees congratulated the children and engaged in heated discussions about these phenomena.
Shaanxi researchers resolved to continue their work despite past frustrations, emphasizing popularization and exchange of research findings.
At an assembly in Xian, Shaanxi, attended by representatives from medical colleges and universities, researchers reviewed the frustrations of the past five years. They unanimously decided to persevere in human psychic function research, aiming to create better working conditions. Suggestions were made to focus not only on paranormal capabilities but also on popularizing and reporting their work to facilitate inter-regional exchanges.
Guangdong discussed establishing a human science committee, with a nomination for a preparatory group chief to oversee this initiative.
A meeting at Guangzhou Medical College in Guangdong involved specialists and Qigong instructors. Proposals were made to establish a preparatory committee for a Guangzhou human science committee, which received enthusiastic support. Li Ze-Quan of the Guangzhou College of Chinese Medicine was nominated as the group chief for the seven-member preparatory group responsible for establishing the research committee.
Taiyuan convened a symposium where researchers discussed suggestions for human psychic function research and the use of Qigong for health.
In Taiyuan, Shanxi, the Municipal Human Science Research Committee held a symposium attended by over 20 individuals. Associate Professor Sun Meng-Jia briefed attendees on exploration in human psychic functions in Shanxi, and Kui Shou-Zhang described the national preparatory committee's meeting. The discussion included suggestions for human psychic function research and the application of Qigong for body building and disease treatment. Attendees resolved to persist in their research.
Anhui's meeting reviewed past research and saw psychic children demonstrate abilities, followed by discussions on organizational development and research expansion.
The Anhui University Human Psychic Functions Research Group held a meeting in Wuhu, attended by professors, students, and workers. A report reviewed past research and outlooks, and psychic children demonstrated abilities like character recognition and making flowers bloom. A subsequent discussion focused on inducing psychic functions, exploring mechanics, expanding the research organization, and future developments.
Breaking Through the Obstacles of Space for Psychic Writing and Seal Affixing
Experiments demonstrated 'Z's ability to perform psychic writing and affix stamps on paper within sealed envelopes.
This experimental report details tests conducted on an individual referred to as 'Z' to investigate his psychic writing and seal affixing abilities. Initial tests involved 'Z' writing on a blank sheet of paper within a sealed tube, with observers confirming the writing appeared on a hidden sheet. Later experiments used a sealed envelope where 'Z' was able to write on the paper inside and affix his stamp on the back of the envelope, which also transferred onto the paper within. The results indicated that 'Z' could perform psychic writing and stamping even within a sealed container.
Further tests showed 'Z' could extract paper from and place paper into sealed envelopes, suggesting abilities transcend normal space and time.
The report describes additional experiments where 'Z' demonstrated the ability to overcome spatial barriers. In one instance, he managed to extract a folded meeting notice from a securely sealed manilla envelope without visibly tampering with the seal, holding the paper up and out using his fingers. In a reverse process, 'Z' was observed pressing a color photograph against the bottom of a sealed envelope, and the photograph disappeared from his hand, reappearing inside the envelope. These phenomena suggest that 'Z's psychic abilities may operate independently of normal three-dimensional space and time.
These psychic feats require significant energy expenditure, indicate a need for specific conditions, and suggest a link to Qigong states.
During the experiments, 'Z' exhibited physical signs of energy expenditure, such as increased pulse rate and facial redness, suggesting these psychic abilities demand physiological resources. It was observed that 'Z' cannot perform these feats at will, requiring specific conditions and subjective willingness. This willingness is identified as a crucial factor, linking the manifestation of psychic abilities to cerebral activities and possibly a 'psychic state' akin to the functional states achieved in Qigong. Researchers noted that brain wave changes recorded via EEG during such events resemble those of Qigong masters, indicating a definite, non-random pattern.
An Experiment on Using Psychic Powers to Break Needles and Making Them Whole Again
An experiment was conducted using psychic powers to break and reform steel sewing needles under strict, monitored conditions.
This article reports on an experiment conducted in April 1981 to test the ability to use psychic powers to break and reform steel sewing needles. To ensure the validity of the results, the experiment involved unique test objects, irreversibly sealed containers, and multiple observers. Needles were broken into two parts, with one part (L1) used as the test object, and the other (L2) kept for comparison. The experiment aimed to observe if the broken needle could be psychically reformed.
Electron microscope analysis revealed the needle was pulled apart psychically, and reforms showed normal seam lines without welding.
Analysis using a scanning electron microscope on needles broken and reformed psychically provided detailed insights. The break produced by psychic powers showed the needle was pulled apart, not bent, suggesting a unique mechanism. When examining the reformed seam, the analysis revealed only normal seam lines, with no signs of welding. This observation is considered difficult to achieve through conventional means and supports the claim that the ability to break and reform needles is a genuine psychic ability with potential for further research into its super-precision reforming process.
Analysis of Tests on the Transmission of Sensations through Channels in 25 Psychic Children
Tests on 25 psychic children suggest that sensory transmission through meridians plays a role in their character recognition abilities.
This research investigated the phenomenon of 'transmission of sensations through channels' in 25 child psychics, initially observed during character recognition tests. The study aimed to understand how these children recognize characters, proposing that sensory information is transmitted through meridians to the brain. The methodology involved testing children using a 'double blind' method with test cards placed on the 'laogong' acupoint, recording their sensations and reactions.
Children reported tingling, heat, visual disturbances, and dizziness, while physical measurements showed temperature increases along the heart channel and other bodily changes.
During the experiments, the psychic children described sensations such as tingling or heat that traveled up their arms and across their bodies, often accompanied by visual phenomena like black dots or flashing lights before an unclear image of the card or characters became clear. Post-recognition, many experienced dizziness, head swelling, or exhaustion. Physiological measurements indicated that 66.44% of recorded skin temperatures rose, particularly along the heart channel, with average increases noted at various acupoints. Changes were also recorded in current along channels, blood pressure, pulse rate, and blood flow graphs, indicating a systemic physiological response during the recognition process.
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