10th International Fröhlich’s Symposium
Prague, Czech Republic
July 1—3, 2016
The 10th International Fröhlich’s Symposium continues in the series of international meetings on biological processes in healthy and cancer cells. The series is devoted to the attractive interdisciplinary field covering theory, experiments as well as treatment strategies. Professor Herbert Fröhlich participated at the first meeting in 1987. All meetings took place in Prague, Czech Republic (Czechoslovakia).
| 1. | International Seminar Biophysical Aspects of Cancer | 1987 |
| 2. | International Conference Neuronet’93 (Special sections contained lectures on biophysical aspects of cancer) | 1993 |
| 3. | International Symposium Biophysical Aspects of Coherence | 1995 |
| 4. | International Symposium Electromagnetic Fields in Biological Systems | 1998 |
| 5. | International Symposium Electromagnetic Aspects of Selforganization in Biology | 2000 |
| 6. | International Symposium Endogenous Physical Fields in Biology | 2002 |
| 7. | Fröhlich Centenary International Symposium Coherence and Electromagnetic Fields in Biological Systems | 2005 |
| 8. | International Symposium Biophysical Aspects of Cancer: Electromagnetic Mechanism | 2008 |
| 9. | International Fröhlich’s Symposium Electrodynamic Activity of Living Cells | 2011 |
| 10. | International Fröhlich’s Symposium Biophysical Aspects of Cancer | 2016 |
An overview “Physical Processes in Healthy and Cancer Cells” is available at http://palata.fzu.cz/cancer/.
We hope you will join us for this exciting event. Looking forward to meeting you in a friendly and welcoming atmosphere of Prague.
The Symposium is focused on biophysical processes in healthy and cancer cells, electromagnetic activity and treatment strategies.
The symposium venue was the deanery of the First Faculty of Medicine, Charles University, Na bojišti 3, Prague 2.
The scientific program started on Friday, July 1 at 9:00. The program continued until Sunday, July 3 around 18:00.
| 9:00–9:10 | Introductory remarks |
| SESSION 1 (9:10–11:10) | |
| 9:10–9:40 | I. Jerman On the origin of life based on coherent modes of water and matter |
| 9:40–10:10 | J. Kobilkova Morphological cancer diagnostics: Displayed disorder |
| 10:10–11:10 | J. A. Tuszynski On the biophysical properties of microtubules, their technological potential and importance in health and disease |
| 11:10–11:30 | Break |
| SESSION 2 (11:30–13:00) | |
| 11:30–12:00 | L. Schwartz A reasoned classification of human diseases |
| 12:00–12:30 | A. Jandova Disease of the cellular energy system |
| 12:30–13:00 | M. V. Sataric Small post-translational modifications of microtubules make great differences in their functions |
| 13:00–14:30 | Lunch break |
| SESSION 3 (14:30–16:00) | |
| 14:30–15:30 | A. Bandyopadhyay Measurement of electronic properties of microtubule (oscillation frequencies, digital memory) |
| 15:30–16:00 | M. Molski Quasi-quantum model of carcinogenesis and chemotherapy |
| 17:00–18:30 | Opening session Welcome address (Carolinum, Ovocny Trh) |
| SESSION 4 (9:00–11:00) | |
| 9:00–10:00 | M. V. Sataric Dissipative solitons in cellular microtubules |
| 10:00–10:30 | J. Pokorny Jr. Stark effect and oncogene mutation |
| 10:30–11:00 | A. Bandyopadhyay Quantum anomaly in the single brain microtubule |
| 11:00–11:15 | Break |
| SESSION 5 (11:15–13:15) | |
| 11:15–12:45 | G. Pollack The fourth phase of water: A central role in health |
| 12:45–13:15 | J. A. Tuszynski A critical analysis of possible interactions of 200 kHz electric fields with biological cells |
| 13:15–14:30 | Lunch break |
| SESSION 6 (14:30–16:00) | |
| 14:30–15:00 | S. S. Popova Terahertz electromagnetic coherent waves and Froehlich vibration interaction |
| 15:00–16:00 | A. Foletti Translational aspects of electromagnetic information transfer through aqueous system |
| 16:00–16:15 | Break |
| SESSION 7 (16:15–18:45) | |
| 16:15–17:15 | K. P. Michalak Biochemical aspects of energy production in cancers |
| 17:15–17:45 | K. P. Michalak Possible regulation of Krebs Cycle enzymes activity using LMK-homeopathised and allopatic Krebs cycle metabolites - 'case study' analysis |
| 17:45–18:15 | A. Rydberg Amoebae as a model for human cells in bone resorption applications |
| 18:15–18:45 | M. Cifra Oxidation induced photon emission of tubulin and microtubules |
| SESSION 8 (9:00–11:00) | |
| 9:00–10:00 | J. Torres THz near-field spectroscopy of proteins: towards detection of long-range electrodynamic interactions |
| 10:00–10:30 | J. Pokorny Nature of life |
| 10:30–11:00 | S. S. Knox A murine model of ion channel regulation in the treatment of breast cancer |
| 11:00–11:15 | Break |
| SESSION 9 (11:15–13:15) | |
| 11:15–11:45 | V. Pericek–Krapez Universal language and transfer of coherent modes – a possibility of subtle chemistry and farmacology |
| 11:45–12:15 | |
| 12:15–12:45 | |
| 12:45–13:15 | A. Cocek Adherence capability of T lymphocytes in vitro in the course of the treatment of head and neck cancer |
| 13:15–14:30 | Lunch break |
| SESSION 10 (14:00–16:00) | |
| 14:30–15:00 | Yu. P. Chukova Cancer and the problem of weak influences |
| 15:00–15:30 | M. Teplan Electromagnetic resonance in biological systems: Myth or reality? |
| 15:30–16:00 | J. Vrba Microwave principles and technologies in medicine |
| 16:00–16:15 | Break |
| SESSION 11 (15:00–19:00) | |
| 16:15–16:45 | J. Vrba Animal EM exposure chamber with well defined dosimetry and results of first biological experiments |
| 16:45–17:15 | M. Cifra Optical properties of tubulin |
| 17:15–18:00 | Discussion Electromagnetic activity of living cells and experimental methods |
The venue of the 10th International Fröhlich’s symposium was the conference space of the deanery of the First Faculty of Medicine, Charles University, Na bojišti 3, Prague 2, Czech Republic.
The venue was conveniently located at the Metro (Underground) station I. P. Pavlova (red line C), in a close vicinity of Venceslas Square and National Museum.
Charles IV, son of John of Luxembourg, the greatest king of the Czech country and Holy Roman Emperor, was born 7 centuries ago in the year 1316. He was educated at the French court, spoke five languages, and was one of the most educated and diplomatically skillful sovereigns of his time. During his reign from 1346 to 1378, the Golden Age of the country history, the Prague continued to grow and it was established as a cultural capital of the central Europe and one of the most prosperous cities in Europe. Prague’s New Town (Nové Město) was founded, construction of Charles Bridge and building of St. Vitus Cathedral started. In 1348, Charles IV established the Charles University, the first University to the east of Rhine and to the north of the Alps. Prague’s status and significance increased after Charles IV had been crowned the Holy Roman Emperor. Charles IV is remembered as the father of the Czech nation.
Prague, the capital of the Czech Republic, is well known for its historical monuments, classical architecture and rich cultural heritage that continues today in many theaters, concert halls, opera houses and galleries. Come and discover this wonderful city and walk in the footsteps not only of Franz Kafka and Antonín Dvořák but also of Tycho de Brahe, Johannes Kepler, Bernard Bolzano, Christian Doppler, Albert Einstein, Jaroslav Heyrovský, Vladimir Prelog and others.
(Photographs courtesy of fungus2)
Registration has been closed.
| Category | Reduced fee < May 31, 2016 | Regular fee > June 1, 2016 |
| Regular participant | 100 EUR | 130 EUR |
| One-day participant | 50 EUR | 50 EUR |
The registration fee covered:
Abstract submission has been closed.
Standard facilities were available for oral presentations: conference PC laptop computer with Microsoft Windows operating system, data projector and laser pointer. The following presentation file formats were supported:
Hint: Consider providing your PowerPoint presentation in a PPS(X) format so that it starts automatically as a slide show.
The poster boards were 117 cm wide and 160 cm high. Material to attach posters to the board was available on site.
There was no dedicated poster session. The posters were accessible throughout the duration of the Symposium. The presenting authors were pleased to set up their posters on Friday morning, July 1.
For any questions or concerns please feel free to write to .
A list of pre-arranged accommodation options within reasonable distance from the conference venue is provided here. The rates are approximate only, quoted per room per night including VAT.
| Double room: | 1600 CZK |
| Description: | Comfortable accommodation in Prague city centre for demanding business clients and tourists in 40 modern rooms in an eight-floor building with a lift. |
| Location: | 5 minutes walking distance (300 m) |
| Address: | Kateřinská 42, 120 00 Prague 2 |
| Phone: | +420 224 242 863, +420 224 242 864 |
| E-mail: | hotel@hotelankora.cz |
| Website: | http://www.hotelankora.cz/ |
| Single room: | 1500 CZK |
| Double room: | 1750 CZK |
| Description: | A popular traditional family hotel, ideally located in a quiet street in a residential district with excellent services. |
| Location: | 9 minutes walking distance (600 m) |
| Address: | Londýnská 50, 120 00 Prague 2 |
| Phone: | +420 224 253 974 |
| E-mail: | info@hotel-lunik.cz |
| Website 1: | http://www.hotel-lunik.cz/ |
| Double room: | 1600 CZK |
| Description: | Luxurious 4-star hotel conveniently located near the centre of Prague. |
| Location: | 15 minutes walking distance (1000 m) |
| Address: | Jana Masaryka 11, 120 00 Prague 2 |
| Phone: | +1 469-610-3611 |
| Website: | http://ametyst-prague.hotel-rn.com/ |
| Double room: | 1450 CZK |
| Description: | A popular hotel located in city center of Prague, offering comfortable and quiet accommodation. |
| Location: | 15 minutes walking distance (1000 m) |
| Address: | Belgická 10, 120 00 Prague 2 |
| Phone: | +420 222 522 422 |
| E-mail: | hotel@citybell.cz |
| Website: | http://www.hotelcitybell.cz/ |
| Single room: | 595 CZK |
| Double room: | 1090 CZK |
| Description: | The Kajetánka hall of residence is located in Prague 6 under the Břevnov Monastery. It offers accommodation in flat cells, i.e. one sinlge and one double rooms with a shared toilet, shower and kitchen. |
| Location: | 30—40 minutes by public transport. |
| Address: | Radimova 12, 169 00 Prague 6 |
| Phone: | +420 233 095 103 |
| E-mail: | kolej.kajetanka@kam.cuni.cz |
| Website: | http://www.masarykovakolej.cz/en/home |
The conference venue is conveniently located along the I. P. Pavlova metro station, the red line C passing through the historical city centre. You can find more suitable hotels in Prague in all quality categories with easy connection to the conference venue. You can use an online booking system such as Booking.com.
Bus 119: Prague Airport (Letiště Václava Havla) → Nadraží Veleslavín, then take metro to Muzeum station (green line A, 7 stops), then take the red line C to I. P. Pavlova (1 stop). The journey takes approx. 45 minutes. Bus stops are situated directly in front of both airport terminals.
Bus 191: Prague Airport (Letiště Václava Havla) → Anděl, then take tram 10 to I. P. Pavlova. The jurney takes approx. 1 hour.
Prague public transport is fast, efficient and frequent. Metro and most daily trams and buses operate every day from 5 AM till midnight. Night trams and buses (line numbers beginning with 5) operate throughout the night. Similar to most capitals, the concentration of picpockets is elevated, be aware in the historical centre as well as on your route from/to the airport.
When entering the bus, remember to validate the ticket.
The journey from the airport to Na bojišti street (I. P. Pavlova metro station) takes approx. half an hour and should cost around 600 CZK. The taxi rank of both official airport companies (AAA radiotaxi and Fix) is situated directly in front of the airport terminal. For the journey back, we strongly recommend ordering a taxi from your hotel reception rather than finding a cab in the street.
All principal railway stations are situated along Metro stations. There are only 3 Metro lines in Prague (green A, yellow B, red C) so it is not difficult to reach I. P. Pavlova station (red line C).
If you decide to take a taxi, we strongly recommend ordering one rather than finding a cab in the street. For AAA radiotaxi, just call 14014 and wait 5–10 minutes until your taxi (yellow colour) picks you up.
(Photograph courtesy of fungus2)
Czech Crown (CZK; koruna in the Czech language) is the local currency. The approximate exchange rates were as follows:
| 1 Euro: | 27 CZK |
| 1 US Dollar: | 25 CZK |
| 1 Pound Sterling: | 35 CZK |
Electrical outlets are 230 V, 50 Hz, French E-type plugs and sockets are used.
| First announcement: | January 22, 2016 |
| Abstract submission: | April 15, 2016 |
| Acceptance notification: | April 30, 2016 |
| Early registration: | May 31, 2016 |
| Payment by bank transfer: | May 31, 2016 |
| Symposium: | July 1—3, 2016 |
Dr. Jiří Pokorný
Dr. Jan Pokorný
Institute of Physics, Czech Academy of Sciences
Na Slovance 2, 182 21 Prague 8, Czech Republic
| Tel. | +420 2 66052654 |
| Fax: | +420 2 86890527 |
| e-mail: | |
| website: | http://palata.fzu.cz/cancer/conf/ |