GNM Scientific Chart Explained: How to Read the German New Medicine Chart

In short: The GNM Scientific Chart (also called the Hamer Scientific Chart) is a comprehensive reference that maps every organ and tissue in the body to its specific biological conflict, controlling brain relay, and embryonic germ layer. Built from Dr. Hamer's research across 40,000+ cases, the chart shows exactly what happens to each tissue during conflict-active and healing phases, making GNM's conflict-to-symptom mapping precise and verifiable.

If you've been exploring German New Medicine, you've probably encountered references to "the chart" or "the Scientific Chart" — a comprehensive reference that maps every organ in the body to its corresponding biological conflict, controlling brain relay, and embryonic germ layer. The GNM Scientific Chart is the backbone of the entire framework, documenting every biological program Dr. Hamer identified. It's the tool that transforms GNM from an interesting theory into a precise, verifiable system for understanding symptoms. But for newcomers, the chart can be overwhelming — hundreds of entries, unfamiliar terminology, and a structure that only makes sense once you understand the underlying logic. In this guide, we'll break down exactly what the GNM Scientific Chart is, how it's organized, how to read it, and how to use it as the foundation of your self-study. Understanding this chart is essential for anyone serious about applying the five biological laws to their own health journey.

What Is the GNM Scientific Chart?

The GNM Scientific Chart — also called the Hamer Scientific Chart — is a master reference document that systematically maps every organ and tissue in the human body to three interconnected elements: the specific biological conflict that activates a program in that tissue, the exact brain relay that controls the organ's response, and the embryonic germ layer from which the tissue originates. Developed from Dr. Ryke Geerd Hamer's decades of clinical research involving over forty thousand case studies, the chart represents GNM's Third Biological Law — the Ontogenetic System of Tumors and Cancer-Equivalent Conditions.

Each entry in the chart shows how a particular organ behaves during the conflict-active phase (cell proliferation or cell loss), during the healing phase (tissue repair or microbial decomposition), and during the epileptoid crisis. It also identifies the associated medical conditions that conventional medicine labels as diseases but that GNM understands as meaningful biological adaptations. The chart is available in nine languages with downloadable versions, making it accessible to a global audience of students. Understanding what the Scientific Chart represents is foundational to understanding German New Medicine at any depth.

How Is the Chart Organized by Germ Layers?

The organizational backbone of the GNM Scientific Chart is embryology — specifically, the three germ layers (plus the mesoderm subdivision) from which all human tissues develop in the first weeks of embryonic life. This embryological organization is not arbitrary; it determines how each tissue responds during a biological conflict. The endoderm is the oldest germ layer, giving rise to organs controlled from the brainstem — the most ancient part of the brain. These include the lungs (alveoli), the entire alimentary canal (mouth submucosa, stomach, intestines, colon), the liver parenchyma, kidneys (collecting tubules), uterus, prostate, and more. The old mesoderm gives rise to protective tissues controlled from the cerebellum — the breast glands, the dermis (corium skin), the pleura, peritoneum, and pericardium. The new mesoderm produces structural tissues controlled from the cerebral medulla — bones, cartilage, muscles, tendons, ligaments, blood vessels, the lymphatic system, ovaries, testicles, and connective tissue. The ectoderm is the newest germ layer, producing tissues controlled from the cerebral cortex — the epidermis, the mucosal linings of many ducts and passages, sensory organs, and portions of the nervous system.

How Do Germ Layers Determine What Happens During a Conflict?

This is one of the most critical aspects of the chart: the germ layer origin determines the direction of the tissue response. Organs from the endoderm and old mesoderm (controlled from the brainstem and cerebellum, respectively) respond to biological conflicts with cell proliferation during the conflict-active phase. Additional cells are generated to enhance organ function during the biological emergency — lung alveoli increase breathing capacity during a death-fright conflict, intestinal cells improve nutrient absorption during an "indigestible morsel" conflict, breast gland cells increase milk production during a nest-worry conflict. In the healing phase, these extra cells are no longer needed and are broken down by microorganisms — fungi and tubercular bacteria for endodermal tissues, bacteria for old mesodermal tissues. Conversely, organs from the new mesoderm and ectoderm (controlled from the cerebral medulla and cortex) respond with cell loss during the conflict-active phase. Bone tissue diminishes during a self-devaluation conflict, skin epidermis ulcerates during a separation conflict, laryngeal mucosa ulcerates during a scare-fright conflict. In the healing phase, these tissues repair and replenish, often with swelling, inflammation, and pain. Understanding this pattern is the key to interpreting any symptom through the chart — and it connects directly to how GNM explains conditions like eczema and digestive issues.

What Information Does Each Entry in the Chart Contain?

Each organ entry in the GNM Scientific Chart provides a consistent set of data points. First, the organ or tissue name — identifying exactly which anatomical structure is involved. Second, the controlling brain area — brainstem, cerebellum, cerebral medulla, or cerebral cortex — which tells you the germ layer of origin and therefore the direction of the tissue response. Third, the biological conflict — the specific psychological-emotional theme that activates the program. Conflict types follow the organ's biological function: alimentary organs respond to morsel conflicts (getting, digesting, or expelling food-related or figurative "morsels"), reproductive organs respond to procreation and sexual conflicts, skin responds to separation or attack conflicts, and skeletal tissues respond to self-devaluation conflicts. Fourth, the conflict-active phase changes — what happens to the tissue while the conflict is unresolved. Fifth, the healing-phase manifestations — the symptoms that appear once the conflict resolves. And sixth, the associated medical conditions — the conventional diagnoses that correspond to the various phases of the biological program. This structured format means that once you learn to read one entry, you can read any entry in the chart. If the chart feels overwhelming, ChatGNM does this lookup for you — tell it your symptom and it identifies the tissue, germ layer, conflict type, and current phase interactively.

How Do You Read the Chart for a Specific Symptom?

To use the chart for a specific symptom, work backwards from the condition. Start by identifying which tissue is involved — is it skin (epidermis or dermis?), a mucous membrane, bone, muscle, or an organ? This tells you the germ layer and controlling brain area. Then check whether your current symptom represents a conflict-active phase response or a healing-phase response. If there's inflammation, swelling, pain, fever, or discharge, you're likely in the healing phase — meaning the conflict has recently resolved. If there's numbness, reduced function, tissue loss, or no noticeable symptoms except stress-related signs (insomnia, cold hands, loss of appetite), you may be in the conflict-active phase. Once you've identified the phase, the chart tells you the biological conflict behind the program. For example, if you're experiencing a sore throat with inflammation and pain (healing phase) in the pharyngeal submucosa (endodermal, brainstem-controlled), the chart points to a morsel conflict — and the side of the throat involved indicates whether it's an "ingoing morsel" (right side — something desired but not obtained) or "outgoing morsel" (left side — something unwanted that can't be expelled).

How Does Laterality Work Within the Chart?

The chart incorporates laterality — a person's biological handedness — as a critical variable for determining which side of the body is affected. For organs controlled by the cerebellum, cerebral medulla, and most cortical areas, the laterality principle applies. Right-handed people typically experience mother-child conflicts on the left side of the body and partner-related conflicts on the right. Left-handed individuals show the reversed pattern. This means that a right-handed woman who develops breast-related changes on the left breast is likely processing a conflict related to her child, home, or someone she "mothers," while changes on the right breast would relate to a partner. Handedness is determined through the clapping test — the dominant hand is whichever hand lands on top when you clap spontaneously. Organs controlled from the temporal lobes of the cortex follow a more complex set of rules involving not just handedness but also gender and hormone status. These additional factors determine whether a territorial conflict, for instance, impacts the right or left hemisphere — which in turn determines whether symptoms manifest as depression, mania, or specific organ-level changes. The chart itself notes where laterality and hormonal considerations apply.

How Can You Use the Chart for Self-Study and Personal Exploration?

The chart becomes most powerful when used as a personal investigation tool. Begin by identifying a current or recurring symptom in your own life. Look it up on the chart to find the corresponding biological conflict. Then reflect honestly on your life circumstances: does the conflict theme resonate? When did the symptom first appear, and what was happening in your life at that time? If the symptom is in the healing phase (inflammation, pain, swelling), what recently resolved? If you're experiencing conflict-active phase signs (reduced function, numbness, persistent stress), what unresolved situation matches the conflict theme? Many GNM students keep a symptom journal where they track symptoms alongside life events, emotional experiences, and the biological conflict identified through the chart. Over time, patterns emerge that would be invisible without the chart as a reference. ChatGNM serves as a hands-on companion for this process, helping you connect chart entries to what is actually happening in your life and body. The chart also helps you understand others' health experiences — once you know the conflict-organ mapping, you begin seeing connections everywhere, from family members' chronic conditions to historical case studies. If you'd rather browse by condition than by germ layer, our complete A-Z Symptom Index lists every symptom we explore through GNM and links each to its detailed guide, and our best GNM books and resources guide catalogs additional study materials for deepening your understanding.

The GNM Scientific Chart in Practice: Common Symptoms and Their Biological Conflicts

To show how the GNM Scientific Chart works in practice, here is a quick-reference mapping of common symptoms to their corresponding biological conflicts, germ layers, and phases. This is a simplified excerpt — the full chart contains hundreds of entries with far more detail.

Symptom	Tissue / Germ Layer	Biological Conflict	Phase
Eczema, rash	Epidermis / Ectoderm	Separation conflict	Healing
Acne	Dermis / Old Mesoderm	Attack or disfigurement conflict	Healing
Sore throat	Pharyngeal submucosa / Endoderm	Morsel conflict (can't swallow or expel)	Healing
Digestive issues	Intestinal lining / Endoderm	Indigestible morsel conflict	Varies
Joint and bone pain	Bone, cartilage / New Mesoderm	Self-devaluation conflict	Healing
Hair loss	Epidermis (scalp) / Ectoderm	Separation conflict (head area)	Active
Tinnitus	Inner ear / Ectoderm	"I don't want to hear that" conflict	Varies
Hives	Epidermis / Ectoderm	Separation conflict (acute)	Healing
Eye problems	Various eye tissues	Varies by tissue layer	Varies
Anxiety	Cortical constellation	Multiple active conflicts	Active

Each of these links to a detailed guide exploring the specific biological program, its conflict-active and healing phase patterns, and how to identify the conflict in your own life. For the complete A-Z symptom index of every condition we explore through GNM, see our A-Z Symptom Index, or explore any symptom interactively through ChatGNM.

What Are Common Mistakes When Reading the GNM Chart?

The most frequent mistake newcomers make is confusing the conflict-active phase with the healing phase. Inflammation, pain, and swelling feel like something is going wrong, but in GNM these are healing signs. Conversely, the conflict-active phase — where the actual tissue change begins — often produces minimal noticeable symptoms, leading people to think they were "fine" during the exact period when the biological program was most active. Another common error is applying generic conflict themes rather than precise ones. The chart specifies exact conflict types — not "stress" but "indigestible morsel conflict" or "self-devaluation conflict related to the knee." The specificity matters because it determines which organ is affected and how. A third mistake is ignoring laterality. Without accounting for handedness, you may look at the wrong relationship category (mother-child vs. partner) when identifying the conflict source. Finally, some beginners try to use the chart diagnostically — as a way to determine what's "wrong" with someone. GNM's chart is a reference for understanding, not a diagnostic tool. It helps you see the biological intelligence behind symptoms, not assign labels. Understanding the broader context of biological conflicts prevents these misapplications.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I download the GNM Scientific Chart?

The most comprehensive version is available on the LearningGNM website, which offers the Biological Special Programs overview with enlargeable diagrams and downloadable PDF documents in nine languages. The chart organizes all organs by their controlling brain area and provides linked documentation for each organ's specific biological program.

Do I need medical training to understand the chart?

No formal medical training is required. The chart uses anatomical terminology, but GNM educational resources explain each term as it's introduced. Understanding the four germ layers (endoderm, old mesoderm, new mesoderm, ectoderm) and their controlling brain areas provides the organizational framework. Most dedicated students find they develop working familiarity with the relevant anatomy through consistent study, even without a medical background.

How does the GNM chart differ from conventional medical references?

Conventional medical references organize conditions by organ system and describe pathology — what's going wrong and how to treat it. The GNM chart organizes conditions by embryonic origin and describes biological purpose — why the body is responding this way and what conflict triggered the response. It connects every condition to a specific emotional-psychological experience, a brain relay, and a predictable two-phase process, providing a unified framework rather than a collection of separate disease entries.

Can I use the chart to understand someone else's symptoms?

The chart provides the conflict-organ mapping, but the specific conflict content is always personal. Two people with the same organ symptom may have completely different life situations that triggered their respective biological programs. The chart tells you what type of conflict to look for (e.g., self-devaluation for bone symptoms), but only the individual can identify the specific life experience that activated it. This is why GNM consultation involves detailed personal history work.

What's the difference between the GNM Scientific Chart and an alphabetical symptom index?

They're complementary but different reference tools. The GNM Scientific Chart (the Biological Special Programs overview) organizes information by brain area and germ layer — showing the biological logic of how organs relate to conflicts. An alphabetical symptom index organizes the same information by condition name — making it easy to look up a specific symptom or medical term. Think of the chart as the "map" and an alphabetical index as the "dictionary" — both essential for serious GNM study. Our own A-Z Symptom Index lets you browse alphabetically and jump straight to the detailed guide for any condition.

How do I use the GNM Scientific Chart to understand my symptoms?

Start by identifying the specific tissue involved in your symptom — not just the body area, but the type of tissue (epidermis vs. dermis for skin, for example). Then locate that tissue on the chart to find its germ layer, controlling brain area, and biological conflict type. Next, determine whether your current symptoms represent a conflict-active phase (cell changes without visible inflammation) or a healing phase (swelling, pain, redness). The chart entry will tell you exactly what type of emotional conflict to look for in your recent life history. ChatGNM automates this entire lookup process — describe your symptom and it identifies the corresponding chart entry for you.

Key Takeaways

• The GNM Scientific Chart maps every organ to its biological conflict, brain relay, and embryonic germ layer — it's the master reference for the entire GNM system
• Embryonic germ layers determine tissue responses: endoderm/old mesoderm tissues proliferate during conflicts; new mesoderm/ectoderm tissues undergo cell loss
• Each chart entry provides six data points: organ, brain area, conflict type, conflict-active phase changes, healing-phase symptoms, and conventional diagnoses
• Reading the chart for a symptom means identifying the tissue, determining the current phase, and finding the corresponding biological conflict
• Laterality (handedness) determines which side of the body is affected and whether the conflict relates to a mother-child or partner dynamic
• The chart is a self-study tool — track symptoms alongside life events using the chart as a reference to uncover personal conflict patterns
• Common mistakes include confusing phases, applying generic conflict themes, ignoring laterality, and using the chart diagnostically rather than for understanding

Sources

• LearningGNM.com — German New Medicine: Summary of the Biological Special Programs
• Dr. Ryke Geerd Hamer — Summary of the New Medicine (Amici di Dirk, original research documentation)