Research
History
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Back in 1984, Stéphane Krsmanovic started
researching states of consciousness at the Free University of Brussels
(ULB) as part of his PhD studies in sports psychology under the
guidance of Professor Van Fraechem-Raway. Originally specialised
in the brain’s ability to learn complex movements, Stéphane
Krsmanovic gradually began to shift his focus to techniques to develop
successful performance both in competitive and corporate environments. |
In 1984 and 1985, he studied the effects of sensory isolation
on memory, concentration and learning. He then started investigating the
effects of sensory hyperstimulation (i.e. variable-frequency audiovisual
stimulation). His research revealed remarkable effects on cerebral and
information processing capabilities: enhanced creativity, concentration,
memorisation and comprehension.
In 1996, he completed the experimentation phase of his
PhD with an original experiment conducted in the laboratory of Professor
Sorel, an eminent neurologist from the Catholic University of Leuven.
Professor Sorel had invented the neoencephalograph (Neo-EEG), a technique
that is used to detect brain potential beneath each electrode rather than
the difference in potential between electrodes. It was thanks to this
experiment that Mr Krsmanovic was able to disprove FFA (Frequency Following
Response). The audiovisual stimulation protocols recorded on the microchip
of the Dreamer and Mentalstim (the professional model used by doctors)
are therefore entirely original and based on discoveries made during an
18-year span of research.
Over the years, these protocols were gradually enhanced
with audio software offering suggestions relating to various themes. The
psycho-acoustic technologies developed by Psychomed.com’s team
of doctors and professors (experts in the fields of psychosomatics and
superlearning) became also more fine-tuned. Today, these technologies
are the reference both in Europe and abroad.
Current research is focussed on developing new and even
more powerful programmes.
A few clarifications on new EEG research carried out using the neurophysiological
multigraph (i.e. the neoencephalograph or Neo-EEG)
The electroencephalogram has remained unchanged over the
past 20 years because the results obtained through traditional exploration
have been limited and approximate. Brain wave patterns are rough and provide
very little information. To put it more simply, the conventional bipolar
detection method is unable to detect brain activity beneath individual
electrodes. It can only establish the difference in electrical potential
between electrodes...This means that the same EEG reading may show up
for several different electrological situations!
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The Neo-EEG is the first device ever to use monopolar
detection. It records brain activity beneath each electrode, thereby
producing a perfectly objective reflection of brain activity. |
This technique can also be used to detect dominant
frequencies in the readings. For each reading, it can determine
the frequency down to a 1/4 hertz, amplitude down to a 100th mcv,
phase, spectrum as well as possible inter-hemispheric asymmetry
reflected in both frequency and amplitude!
The Neo-EEG has made it possible for Mr Krsmanovic at
Psychomed.com to embark on a new research journey and also explains the increased
effectiveness of the latest generations of state of consciousness-induction
protocols.
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Pr Sorel |
Scientific curriculum vitae: Krsmanovic Stéphane
- Studies realized: Brussels University ("U.L.B")
- 1980 Bachelor in physical education
- 1980 Professor in physical education
- 1981 Bachelor in physical therapy
- 1982 Professor in physical therapy
- 1986: Scientific collaborator to Brussels University in applied psychology
- Effort Laboratory I.S.E.P.K. (Superior Institute of Physical Education
and Physical Therapy since 1988.
Professor: Mrs Van Fraechem-Raway-ISEPK. Subject of collaboration: super
learning process with mind technologies
Research and scientifical activities
- The Effects of Sensory Isolation on Psychological Parameters and
Resistance to Stress. S. Krsmanovic, R. Van Fraechem-Raway, M. Vlaeminck,
1986.
- The Effects of the REST (restricted environmental stimulation technique)
on Learning and Memory on Spatial Level.
S. Krsmanovic, R. Van Fraechem-Raway, D. Walschot, 1987
- “REST”: the Adequate Environment in Sophrology?
S. Krsmanovic, R. Van Fraechem-Raway, G. Schelkens, 1985
- Study of the Influence of REST on the Simple Reaction Time.
S. Krsmanovic, R. Van Fraechem-Raway, A. Rodriguez, 1987
- Study of the Influence of REST on the Reaction Time of Table Tennis
Players. S. Krsmanovic, R. Van Fraechem-Raway, E. Montreuil. 1987
- Study of the Influence of REST on muscular Relaxation, (EMG), Well
Being Feeling and Resistance to Stress.
S. Krsmanovic, R. Van Fraechem-Raway, F. Noël, 1988
- Research concerning different experimental Relaxation Techniques:
MIND PYRAMID as Brainwaves Biofeedback and THETA + as audiovisual variable
frequency Stimulator. S. Krsmanovic 1990
- Study of the Use of Light and Sound Stimulations associated with classical
Verbal Relaxation Techniques on the Mental Preparation of Judoka during
High Competition,
S. Krsmanovic - Beaufort 1991-1992.
- Study of use of light and Sound Stimulations on EEG pattern and on
neo-EEG pattern at the private laboratory of professor Sorel (UCL),
S. Krsmanovic, Pr. Sorel 1994
- Study of use of Light and Sound Stimulations on sleep at the laboratory
of sleep of universitary Brugmann hospital (Brussels)
S. Krsmanovic, R. Van Fraechem-Raway, Dr. Hoffman 1995
Communications
- International Congress on Research and School Sports.
(Brusselse Vlaamse Universiteit, organized by the European Federation
of Physical Education, August 1986,)
TITLE: "Of the Usefulness of R.E.S.T (Restricted Environmental
Stimulation Technique) in Sports: Learning, Preparation and Recuperation
after an Effort".
- Conference debate at I.S.E.P.K.,
(University of Brussels, 1987)
TITLE: "R.E.S.T.: Principle and Indications in Sports".
- Participation to the 3d Symposium on R.E.S.T.,
(NEW YORK, august 87)
TITLE: "Usefulness of R.E.S.T., in an Endurance Car Race".
- World Congress on Sports Psychology,
(BRUSSELS, Nov. 87)
TITLE: "Influence of R.E.S.T. on Spatial Memory, Concentration
and Resistance to Stress".
- Group of contact F.N.R.S. / Belgian Association of Sports Psychology.
(UNIVERSITY OF BRUSSELS, December 89)
TITLE: "Preparation to High Competition by Sensorial Isolation".
- Group of contact F.R.N.S. / Belgian Association of Sports Psychology.
(UNIVERSITY OF BRUSSELS, December 91)
TITLE: "Sensorial Isolation or sensorial Hyper stimulation. Different
approaches of the Training of high competition Athletes".
- International Congress NOVA ERA
(RIO DE JANEIRO, March 91)
TITLE: "Sensorial Hyper stimulation, Brain Biofeedback, Sensorial
Isolation: 3 Steps to Autonomy and Mental Control".
- Group of contact F.N.R.S. / Belgian Association of Sports Psychology
(BRUSSELS, march 1996)
TITLE: "Use of light and sound stimulation in Stress Management
during high Competition Period/ analyze of EEG results on experimental
and control Group"
- TENTH INTERNATIONAL CONGRESS ON STRESS
(MONTREUX, Switzerland, MARCH 6 th, 1999)
TITLE: "How does the variable frequency audio-visual stimulation
(VFVAS) work on brain"?
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