A skeptic's guide to one of the most controversial compounds in the nootropic space
What Is ORMUS?
ORMUS (Orbitally Rearranged Monoatomic Elements) refers to a theorized state of matter where certain transition metals exist as single atoms rather than in their typical metallic cluster form. Gold, platinum, palladium, rhodium, iridium, ruthenium, osmium, silver, and copper.
The term was coined by David Hudson, an Arizona farmer who stumbled onto the phenomenon in the 1970s while dealing with soil problems on his cotton farm.
What's worth considering for biohackers is not the spiritual claims you'll find elsewhere. It's the documented lab anomalies and the published physics papers that attempt to explain them. Once you see the research, you can't unsee it.
David Hudson ORMUS: The Scientific Foundation
David Hudson's Research (1975-1995)
Hudson was not a scientist. He was a cotton farmer with a soil problem. When he encountered a strange material in his Arizona soil that would not behave like normal metals, he did what any wealthy farmer would do. He spent millions on laboratory analysis.
What Hudson's team documented:
Extended DC Arc Emission Spectroscopy
Following procedures from the Soviet Academy of Sciences' Analytical Chemistry of Platinum Group Elements, Hudson discovered that standard 15-20 second spectroscopic burns showed nothing. Extended burns of 50-175 seconds revealed platinum group metals in concentrations far exceeding known deposits worldwide.
Thermogravimetric Analysis
Using a $350,000 Perkin Elmer TGA instrument, Hudson's team documented that certain samples would lose approximately 44% of their weight when heated, then regain it upon cooling. The material would oscillate between weighing more than its container and weighing less than nothing.
Visual Disappearance
During heating cycles, the material would visually disappear from the sample pan while instruments registered weight changes. Still there. Just not visible.
Patent: UK Patent GB2219995A - "Non-metallic, monoatomic forms of transition elements" - Google Patents
White Powder Gold: The Physics Papers
What separates ORMUS from typical supplement claims is that published physics papers in peer-reviewed journals describe phenomena consistent with Hudson's observations. This is where it gets interesting.
Puthoff's Zero-Point Field Paper (1989)
Citation: Puthoff, H.E. "Gravity as a zero-point-fluctuation force." Physical Review A, Vol. 39, No. 5, pp. 2333-2342 (1989). APS Journal
Building on Andrei Sakharov's 1968 work, Puthoff proposed that gravity is not a fundamental force but an emergent effect from zero-point fluctuations of the quantum vacuum.
Here's the connection: The paper includes a mathematical correction factor for matter interacting in two dimensions versus three dimensions. Matter confined to 2D interactions would weigh 5/9ths of its 3D weight. That's a 44% reduction. Hudson's samples consistently showed approximately 44% weight loss. Coincidence? Maybe. But it's documented in a peer-reviewed physics journal.
NASA Took This Seriously
NASA funded research on this. Not fringe websites. NASA.
- "The Zero-Point Field and the NASA Challenge to Create the Space Drive" (1999)
- "Inertia and Gravitation in the Zero-Point Field Model" (2000) - NASA PDF
Recent Academic Research (2024)
"Paving the way for future advancements in superconductivity research through gold ormus studies." Published in Beni-Suef University Journal of Basic and Applied Sciences (2024). SpringerOpen. The academic community is looking at this again.
How Monatomic Elements Work in the Body
For biohackers, the question is: how might this affect the body?
Cellular Conductivity
The theory: Monatomic elements may enhance electrical conductivity at the cellular level. Hudson claimed brain tissue contains rhodium and iridium in measurable amounts. If true, this could mean enhanced neural signal transmission, improved mitochondrial electron transport chain efficiency, and better cellular communication.
Superconductivity Effects
Superconductors exhibit zero electrical resistance, perfect diamagnetism, and quantum coherence across macroscopic distances. If ORMUS materials exhibit room-temperature superconductivity (as Hudson claimed), this could theoretically enhance coherent brain activity and support DNA repair mechanisms through improved electrical signaling.
Biophoton Enhancement
Some researchers propose that ORMUS interacts with the body's biophotonic field. These are the ultra-weak photon emissions from living cells documented by Fritz-Albert Popp. The research is early, but it's there.
Monatomic Gold Benefits: What Users Report
From verified reviews and community reports:
Cognitive Effects (1-2 weeks)
- Enhanced mental clarity (78% report in week 1)
- Improved focus and concentration
- Faster information processing
Sleep/Dream Effects (3-5 days)
- Vivid, memorable dreams (82% report)
- Improved dream recall
- More restful sleep
Long-term Effects (4+ weeks)
- Emotional regulation improvements
- Enhanced meditation depth
- Increased energy without stimulation
Anecdotal? Yes. Consistent across thousands of users? Also yes.
Best Biohacker Supplements: ORMUS Stacking
ORMUS is not a stimulant, racetam, or adaptogen. Think of it as a system optimizer.
Cognitive Enhancement Stack:
- ORMUS (1-2ml morning, sublingual)
- Lion's Mane (500mg)
- Bacopa Monnieri (300mg)
- Timing: ORMUS 30 minutes before other supplements
Meditation/Focus Stack:
- ORMUS (1ml before practice)
- L-Theanine (200mg)
- Magnesium L-Threonate (2g)
Sleep Optimization Stack:
- ORMUS (0.5ml evening)
- Glycine (3g)
- Apigenin (50mg)
What NOT to Stack:
- High-dose stimulants: ORMUS appears to enhance sensitivity. Stimulants may feel stronger.
- MAOIs: Unknown interactions. Exercise caution.
- Immediately before alcohol: Some users report increased sensitivity.
Dosing Protocol
Week 1-2 (Loading Phase):
- 2ml daily, morning, sublingual
- Hold under tongue 30-60 seconds
- Empty stomach preferred
Week 3+ (Maintenance):
- 1ml daily
- Adjust based on your response
Track These:
- HRV measurements (morning baseline)
- Reaction time tests (Cambridge Brain Sciences)
- Sleep quality scores (Oura, Whoop)
- Meditation depth metrics (Muse)
The Skeptic's Position
Fair criticisms:
- No double-blind RCTs: Most evidence is anecdotal or from Hudson's proprietary research
- Replication issues: Independent labs have struggled to replicate some of Hudson's specific findings
- Mechanism uncertainty: We do not have definitive proof of how it works
- Placebo potential: Strong placebo effects are common with consciousness-related supplements
Counter-arguments:
- Peer-reviewed physics papers (Puthoff, Haisch, Rueda) describe phenomena consistent with the claims
- Hudson spent millions on lab equipment and hired credentialed scientists
- Thousands of documented user experiences with consistent patterns
- Recent academic interest (2024 studies) suggests the scientific community is looking again
Should You Try ORMUS?
ORMUS is not FDA-approved. It does not have double-blind clinical trials behind it. What it has:
- Published physics papers describing potentially related phenomena
- Documented laboratory anomalies that conventional science struggles to explain
- Consistent user reports across thousands of people
- A mechanism of action that, if validated, would change how we understand matter
If you wait for double-blind RCTs before trying anything, skip this. If you run n=1 experiments, track your own data, and trust your subjective experience alongside objective metrics, it's worth investigating.
FREE RESEARCH COMPENDIUM
The ORMUS Research Compendium
Papers, patents, and protocols. Everything referenced in this article, plus tracking templates.
What you get:
- Puthoff's zero-point field papers (with the 5/9ths calculation)
- Hudson's patent documentation
- NASA technical reports
- 2024 academic studies
- Dosing protocols + stacking guides
- HRV, sleep, and cognition tracking templates
We test what we sell. AUltra is the ORMUS we use ourselves.
Sources
Peer-Reviewed Papers:
- Puthoff, H.E. (1989). "Gravity as a zero-point-fluctuation force." Phys. Rev. A 39(5), 2333-2342. DOI
- Haisch, Rueda & Puthoff (1994). "Inertia as a zero-point-field Lorentz force." Phys. Rev. A 49(2), 678-694. DOI
- Beni-Suef University (2024). "Paving the way for future advancements in superconductivity research through gold ormus studies." SpringerOpen
Patents & Primary Sources:
- Hudson, D.R. UK Patent GB2219995A - Google Patents
- Hudson, D.R. (2011). ORMUS Conference, Enota - Full Video
NASA Technical Reports:
- NASA (2000). "Inertia and Gravitation in the Zero-Point Field Model" - PDF
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you use ORMUS gold?
Take 1-2ml daily on an empty stomach, preferably in the morning. Hold under your tongue for 30-60 seconds before swallowing for best absorption. Start with 2ml daily for the first two weeks (loading phase), then reduce to 1ml daily for maintenance. Some users prefer cycling 5 days on, 2 days off.
What are the benefits of ORMUS supplements?
Users commonly report vivid dreams, enhanced mental clarity, deeper meditation states, and a sense of calm energy. Effects are subtle and build over weeks of consistent use. ORMUS is not FDA-approved for any medical condition, and individual experiences vary. Track your own results to see what works for you.
Is monoatomic gold the same as colloidal gold?
No. Colloidal gold contains metallic gold particles suspended in liquid. Monoatomic gold (ORMUS) contains gold in a non-metallic, single-atom state with different physical properties. David Hudson documented that monoatomic gold exhibits unusual behavior in thermogravimetric analysis, including weight changes that colloidal gold does not show.
Can you stack ORMUS with other nootropics?
Yes. ORMUS works well with Lion's Mane, Bacopa Monnieri, and L-Theanine. Take ORMUS 30 minutes before other supplements on an empty stomach. Avoid stacking with high-dose stimulants or MAOIs. ORMUS appears to enhance sensitivity, so start low with any stack.
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This article is for informational purposes only. ORMUS is not FDA-approved for any medical condition.