A Markovian formalization of heart rate dynamics evinces a quantum-like hypothesis

Biol Cybern. 1996 Feb;74(2):181-7. doi: 10.1007/BF00204206.

Abstract

Most investigations into heart rate dynamics have emphasized continuous functions, whereas the heart beat itself is a discrete event. We present experimental evidence that by considering this quality, the dynamics may be appreciated as a result of singular dynamics arising out of non-Lipschitz formalisms. Markov process analysis demonstrates that heart beats may then be considered in terms of quantum-like constraints.

MeSH terms

  • Animals
  • Electrocardiography
  • Heart Rate / physiology*
  • Mathematics
  • Models, Biological*
  • Rats
  • Rats, Inbred F344
  • Time Factors