Física y química de las altas diluciones

The original suggestion of Samuel Hahnemann of the existence of an immaterial dynamical force for explaining homeopathy is analyzed within the frame of quantum theory. Based on quantum field theory and the concept of 2D coherence domains, a plausible model of action of homeopathic remedies is proposed allowing to discuss the concept of water memory and information transfer through electromagnetic signals within a scientific rigorous quantitative frame. This quantum-mechanical viewpoint points to the crucial role played by lipidic membranes, a universal component of any living system. Attempts to assimilate homeopathy to a mere placebo effect and trials to block research funding on homeopathic remedies should be viewed as a conservative attitude stemming from a sticking to a materialistic philosophy based upon classical physics laws. Time is now ripe for physicians and biologists to realize that quantum physics applies at all scales, giving to homeopathy its credentials as a rational medical approach for healing people.