During the demonstration of Malignant Wave, Dr. Megan Reed explained to David Palmer that the waves transmitted were invisible so there was nothing to hear or feel. When it was tested on the Rhesus monkeys, their eyes were unfocused, drool rolled down the side of its mouth. Both primates were immobilized, unable to stand without support. The female monkey was exhibiting symptoms similar to human epilepsy. There were no sedatives or antidotes for the waves and the effects would be permanent on anyone.