Chetvertoye Izmereniye - 1996 No 11

Magazine Overview

This issue of 'ЧЕТВЕРТОЕ ИЗМЕРЕНИЕ' (Fourth Dimension), an appendix to the newspaper 'Заводская правда' from the Yaroslavl Tire Plant, is dated 1996 and is identified as issue № 11. The cover prominently announces a "Ufological Conference in Moscow!!!" held on October 19-20, 1996, organized by the International Ufological Association.

Ufological Conference in Moscow

The conference opened with an address by Vladimir Georgievich Azhazha, acting president of the association. He noted that 1995 was an unfavorable year for Russian ufology, marked by the deaths of prominent ufologists Professor A.V. Zolotov and academician G.I. Kunitsyn. The association itself faced financial and organizational difficulties, including the loss of funds invested in MMM and the absence of a bank account. Azhazha expressed hope for a normalization of the association's work.

Azhazha emphasized the importance of studying the 'ufosphere' – the environment from which information about ufological situations originates. He defined a ufological situation as reports of UFO sightings and related phenomena or their effects on people, technology, and nature. He lamented that humans remain the primary sensor for UFOs, complicating research. He also identified 'ufoprimitivism' (UFOs as alien spacecraft) and 'neomysticism' (aliens as divine messengers) as parasitic trends in modern ufology.

Azhazha presented statistics suggesting that 10% of the adult population is abducted by aliens who interfere with human genetics. He speculated that the 'snow man' might be a representative of another dimension and that all anomalous phenomena could be identified with the 'Absolute,' which he linked to the concept of God. He concluded that the Absolute cannot be fully known as humans are merely a part of it, and death is a transition of the soul.

Yu.G. Simakov presented on "Bioenergetics: New Scientific Directions," introducing concepts like 'cosmic rhythmology,' 'multidimensional theory,' and 'long-distance genetic information transfer.' He suggested that life spreads through bioenergetic laws, not just microorganisms on meteorites, citing the presence of unusual microorganisms at UFO landing sites and the transmutation of chemical elements, particularly sulfur, at such locations.

Alexander Vlakhov, President of the Bulgarian Ufological Association, reported a sharp increase in unidentified flying objects over Bulgaria, with about 60 recorded in the past year. Bulgarian researchers are studying people who have had contact with aliens, though the press often attributes these phenomena to military technology tests.

V.E. Zamoroko, a Moscow researcher of biomagnetism, presented his work on the phenomenon of sensitives holding heavy objects. He demonstrated that this attraction cannot be explained by magnetic or electric fields alone, as objects are attracted through barriers like paper or trays. He noted that this ability is not age-dependent and does not affect general well-being, with some individuals holding over 10 kg. The ability fluctuates and can be hereditary.

M.A. Markov provided a brief overview of ufological literature published in the last two years, noting that 90% is esoteric or related to extrasensory perception, with only 10% focusing on the physics of space and UFOs. He highlighted Jacques Vallée's books, which suggest UFOs are not alien spacecraft but part of the environment controlling human evolution. Markov also mentioned Yuri Fomin's book 'Knowing the Mystery' and Ryazanov's 'Path to New Meanings,' which discusses the possibility of parallel worlds from a physics perspective.

G.M. Zadneprovsky discussed "General Principles of Bioenergetic Therapy," focusing on the influence of an extrasensory person's biofield on radioactive decay and healing, emphasizing human potential as a product of higher biological organization.

V.S. Vasiliev presented "Two Approaches to Assessing the Roswell Catastrophe," referring to the 1947 UFO crash and the US government's perceived lack of a swift resolution and continued secrecy.

On the second day, V.M. Privalova presented a method for neutralizing the effects of anomalous phenomena, claiming to 'exorcise' 'evil spirits' through special 'hissing' and magical symbols. She recounted an incident where printing presses stopped due to the 'energy' of these symbols.

E.A. Ermilov announced the death of academician V.S. Troitsky, who was one of the first serious scientists to address anomalous phenomena.

A.S. Tkachenko discussed the importance of harmonizing humans with their environment.

A.A. Perepelitsyn spoke about the study of anomalous zones, noting the lack of a unified methodology for their research and the need for criteria to define them. He divided anomalous zones into two groups: those where phenomena occur without human involvement and those linked to human activity. He suggested that anomalous zones exist on the Moon as well, characterized by apparitions, glows, and increased UFO activity, and can involve mutations and teleportation.

N.A. Zhernakov discussed the theoretical aspects of interstellar travel, highlighting the immense fuel requirements for current propulsion systems and the need for new theories.

Viktor Petrovich Utenkov addressed the problems of regional ufological organizations, noting a decline in ufology's progress and the proliferation of pseudoufological content. He proposed a re-evaluation of ufological organizations to improve quality over quantity.

Utenkov presented unusual material samples, including a black egg found in coal dating back 300 million years, and fragments found at a UFO landing site containing rare earth elements and manganese, possibly from a UFO propulsion system.

A researcher from Barnaul presented a method for psychophysical earthquake prediction and neutralization, claiming to have telepathically eliminated three earthquakes, but was interrupted by the moderator.

M.A. Markov discussed the technological nature of civilization and the planned Russian-American project to send a human to Mars in 2019.

Tom de Winter from the Netherlands presented on 'Merkaba: a mechanism for transition to other dimensions,' which some perceived as a new religion. He organized seminars on this topic in Moscow.

The author of the article presented on "Anomalous Phenomena After UFO Contacts," detailing how individuals who have had close encounters with UFOs sometimes develop extraordinary abilities such as creativity, precognition, and psychokinetic powers. He noted that these abilities often manifest after major societal upheavals and typically last for 5-6 months, though sometimes longer.

He also cautioned against pseudocurrent healers, emphasizing that ufological investigations into close encounters should be a criterion for identifying genuine abilities. He stressed the significant impact of UFO phenomena on human life and history.

Maya Bodabeyli from Baku shared her experience with 'transpersonal communication,' describing how she began drawing unusual symbols and experienced spontaneous spatial displacement after observing a human contour with visible internal organs in darkness.

Vladimir Georgievich Azhazha read a telegram from Marina Yeritsyan, who was unable to attend. Yeritsyan was known for her public séances with the deceased actor Oleg Dal, acting as a 'retransmitter' of information. Azhazha recounted Yeritsyan's story of receiving messages from Dal, including a warning to leave Armenia before the Spitak earthquake and subsequent encounters with Dal and other figures in Pitsunda.

Azhazha also engaged in a debate, criticizing 'demonology' and superstition, stating that ufology and religion are incompatible. He rejected the 'alien' version of UFO phenomena and the term 'aliens.' He criticized a 'Fourth Appeal to Humanity' and, after a vote, his views were largely supported by the attendees. He also critiqued Tom de Winter's prediction of human transformation by the year 2000, arguing that biological species evolve over millions of years.

Azhazha touched upon the economic situation of ufology, recalling that when the first free ufological association was established in the USSR, it had 78 employees receiving state salaries. After the collapse of the USSR, this number dropped to 15, and now the work is done on a voluntary basis.

The conference concluded with Azhazha urging participants to unite based on interests rather than nationality. Representatives from 31 Russian and 9 foreign ufological organizations attended.

"Noisy Spirit" in Izhevsk

This section details a 'poltergeist' phenomenon experienced by a family in Izhevsk. The family reported the spontaneous appearance of large quantities of urine and warm water (40-45 degrees Celsius) in their apartment, which also affected their dacha. Analysis confirmed the urine was human and the water contained ammonia and salts. Attempts to neutralize the phenomena by priests and ufologists reportedly increased the 'aggressiveness' of the entity. The poltergeist also manifested by taking money, destroying food, and cutting electrical wires, seemingly without being seen or heard. The phenomena were most active when the daughter of the household was awake but not in the room. After the daughter's absence in the hospital, the phenomena ceased. A note left by the entity depicted a spiral with symbols, and subsequent messages, written in a mix of Latin and Cyrillic letters, included demands for the daughter to marry and congratulations on the author's 60th birthday. The family followed advice to burn the notes and use blue lamps and quartz lamps.

Ufologists Must Know the Truth!

This article recounts the author's personal journey into ufology, starting from his time as a naval officer. He describes the limited access to foreign ufological literature in the USSR, often restricted to reading rooms. Through connections, he obtained photocopies of works by prominent ufologists like Michel, Hynek, Blum, and especially Jacques Vallée. He met Iosif Sheidin, who was translating James McCampbell's "Ufology. New Views on the UFO Problem from the Standpoint of Science and Common Sense." The author also details his interactions with Felix Yurievich Zigel, a lecturer at the Moscow Aviation Institute and a key figure in Soviet ufology. Zigel was instrumental in compiling UFO sighting reports into handwritten volumes. The article highlights the suppression of UFO research in the USSR, citing a critical article in 'Pravda' in 1968 that dismissed UFOs as unscientific, influenced by Donald Menzel's work and US scientists. This led to the disbandment of the Committee for the Study of UFOs. The author recounts how military engineers protested this decision, drawing parallels to the French Academy of Sciences' denial of meteorites. Zigel continued his work despite pressure, even facing potential expulsion from the Communist Party. The author describes his own efforts to promote ufology through lectures, which led to a conflict with Zigel, who accused him of plagiarism and commercializing the issue. The article details a confrontation at a district party committee where Zigel had filed a complaint against the author, accusing him of subversive propaganda. The author ultimately had to accept a demotion to avoid further repercussions. He reflects on Zigel's legacy and the continued veneration of him by some ufologists.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently promotes ufology as a serious scientific pursuit, distinct from religion and superstition. It highlights the challenges faced by researchers in gaining recognition and funding, particularly in post-Soviet Russia. There's a recurring theme of anomalous phenomena having profound effects on individuals and potentially on human evolution. The editorial stance appears to favor empirical investigation and critical analysis, while acknowledging the existence of unexplained phenomena and the need for open-mindedness. The publication also serves as a platform for sharing personal accounts and research findings within the ufological community.