About
James Oschman is a biophysicist who has provided the scientific framework for understanding how grounding might work at a cellular level. He holds a PhD from the University of Pittsburgh and has studied the electromagnetic properties of living systems for decades.
Oschman's key contribution to grounding research is the electron transfer hypothesis - the idea that free electrons from the earth's surface can enter the body and act as antioxidants, neutralizing reactive oxygen species that drive inflammation. His 2015 review paper on grounding and inflammation is one of the most cited in the field.
While his work is theoretical and mechanistic rather than clinical, it provides a scientifically plausible explanation for the effects observed in grounding studies.
Areas of Expertise
Notable Work
Electron transfer theory of grounding
Energy Medicine - The Scientific Basis (book)
Multiple peer-reviewed papers on grounding mechanisms