Quantum Hint Inside Mitochondria Could Boost ATP, Early Preprint Says

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Quantum Hint Inside Mitochondria Could Boost ATP, Early Preprint Says
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A bioRxiv preprint reports a possible quantum state inside mitochondria that couples light and CH2 vibrations to produce a 71 THz signal and roughly a 10% ATP increase under weak mid-infrared light; the result is preliminary, based on cells and tissues, not peer‑reviewed, and requires replication to confirm relevance to biology.

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