Kim Bong-han

Kim Bong-han

Kim Bong-han presenting his research on the Kyungrak system, 1963 or 1964

Kim Bong-han was a North Korean medical scientist known for his controversial research on the Kyungrak system, which he claimed was a new anatomical structure related to the acupuncture meridians. His work was conducted during the 1960s and has been a subject of debate and skepticism within the scientific community.

Early Life and Education

Little is known about Kim Bong-han's early life and education. He emerged in the scientific community in the 1960s when he began publishing his research on the Kyungrak system. His work was primarily conducted in North Korea, where he had the support of the government.

The Kyungrak System

Kim Bong-han's most notable contribution to science was his proposal of the Kyungrak system, which he claimed was a network of anatomical structures that corresponded to the meridians used in traditional Chinese medicine. According to Kim, these structures were distinct from the known circulatory system, nervous system, and lymphatic system.

Discovery and Research

Kim Bong-han reported that he discovered a series of ducts and nodes that he believed were the physical basis for acupuncture points and meridians. He referred to these structures as "Bonghan ducts" and "Bonghan corpuscles." His research suggested that these structures were involved in the flow of a special fluid, which he called "Sanals," that carried genetic information and played a role in cell regeneration.

Controversy and Criticism

The scientific community has largely been skeptical of Kim Bong-han's findings. Critics argue that his research lacked rigorous scientific methodology and that his results have not been independently verified. Despite this, some researchers in the field of alternative medicine have continued to explore the possibility of anatomical structures related to acupuncture meridians.

Legacy

Kim Bong-han's work, although controversial, has sparked interest in the scientific investigation of acupuncture and its potential physiological basis. While his specific claims have not been widely accepted, the idea of a physical basis for acupuncture meridians continues to be a topic of research and debate.

Related Pages

• Acupuncture
• Traditional Chinese medicine
• Meridian (Chinese medicine)
• Alternative medicine