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5G & 4G Phone MW Hazards Experiments
Radiation generated by those technologies are not exempt from affecting life processes

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Radiofrequency electromagnetic fields (RF-EMF) emitted by 4G (700 MHz–2.6 GHz) and 5G (sub-6 GHz and millimeter wave bands) mobile telephony infrastructure produce measurable biological effects at non-thermal intensities through mechanisms including oxidative stress induction, DNA damage, hematological alterations, and metabolic disruption—effects documented across multiple experimental models despite exposure levels often falling below current regulatory safety limits based solely on thermal criteria [1, 2, 3, 31]. ...

5G-Specific Effects: Sub-6 GHz Frequency Bands

  • Metabolic and hormonal disruption: Bektas et al. demonstrated that 3.5 GHz 5G radiofrequency radiation (SAR 0.32 W/kg) for 2 hours daily over 30 days significantly altered ghrelin, nesfatin-1, and irisin levels in both diabetic and healthy rat brains—hormones regulating appetite, energy metabolism, and glucose homeostasis—suggesting 5G exposure may disrupt metabolic regulation even at non-thermal intensities [1]
  • Hematological alterations: Butković et al. evaluated effects of 5G radiofrequency electromagnetic radiation (700 MHz, 2.5 GHz, 3.5 GHz, 0.026 mW/cm²) on indicators of vitality and DNA integrity in in vitro exposed boar semen, revealing frequency-dependent reductions in sperm motility and increased DNA fragmentation—demonstrating that 5G frequencies produce measurable genotoxic effects at environmentally relevant intensities [2]
  • Erythrocyte morphometry: Žura et al. demonstrated short-term in vitro exposure of human blood to 5G network frequencies (700 MHz, 2.5 GHz, 3.5 GHz, 0.026 mW/cm²) alters erythrocyte morphometry in a sex-dependent manner—providing direct evidence that 5G frequencies produce measurable biological effects on human cells at non-thermal intensities [3]
  • Sleep electroencephalogram modulation: Sousouri et al. conducted a randomized controlled study showing that acute 5G RF-EMF exposure (700 MHz and 3.6 GHz, 30 minutes) modulates sleep spindle activity during non-rapid eye movement sleep in humans, with effects dependent on CACNA1C genotype—revealing frequency-specific neurological impacts at exposure levels within regulatory limits [4]
  • Drosophila sleep disruption: Wang et al. documented that 3.5 GHz radiation (0.01–1 mW/cm²) significantly disrupts sleep patterns in Drosophila melanogaster over 24-hour exposure periods—providing invertebrate model evidence for 5G effects on circadian regulation [5]
  • Organ-specific bioeffects: Verma et al. conducted theoretical analysis concluding that higher frequency 5G spectrum produces greater energy absorption in high-water-content tissues including skin, retina, and gastrointestinal tract compared to lower frequency bands—highlighting need for frequency-specific safety assessments [6]

4G-Specific Effects: LTE Frequency Bands

Gautam et al. documented comprehensive adverse effects of 4G mobile phone radiation at 2350 MHz (2 hours daily for 56 days) on male Wistar rats, including reduced sperm count and motility, elevated liver enzymes (ALT, AST), increased creatinine and urea levels indicating renal impairment, and altered hematological parameters—demonstrating systemic toxicity across reproductive, hepatic, renal, and hematopoietic systems [7].

Chandel and Kaur showed that exposure to 2350 MHz mobile phone radiation (0.0492 mW/cm²) for 1–4 hours induced significant cytotoxicity and genotoxicity in human peripheral blood lymphocytes, with dose-dependent increases in micronuclei formation and chromosomal aberrations—revealing rapid DNA damage mechanisms at exposure levels comparable to real-world 4G usage [8].

Hasan et al. reported histopathological alterations in kidney and testis tissues of mice following 40–60 minutes daily exposure to 2400 MHz 4G radiation (SAR 0.087 W/kg) for 60 days, including tubular degeneration, interstitial inflammation, reduced spermatogenesis, and Leydig cell atrophy—providing histological evidence for reproductive and excretory system vulnerability [9].

Wei et al. demonstrated that acute exposure to fourth-generation long-term evolution electromagnetic fields at 2573 MHz (SAR 0.98 W/kg, 30 minutes) significantly modulates resting-state brain functional connectivity in humans using fMRI—revealing that even brief 4G exposure produces measurable neurophysiological changes [10].

Jahan et al. observed behavioral alterations and hippocampal morphological changes in Swiss mice following chronic exposure to 4G radiation (0.2 mW/cm²) over 60 days—suggesting long-term neurological consequences from sub-thermal exposures [11].

Millimeter Wave Considerations for Future 5G Expansion

While current 5G deployments primarily utilize sub-6 GHz frequencies, future expansion into millimeter wave bands (24–100 GHz) raises additional considerations. Soghomonyan et al. comprehensively reviewed biological effects of millimeter waves (50–100 GHz) on bacteria, documenting frequency-specific responses including growth inhibition, altered metabolism, and modified antibiotic susceptibility—demonstrating that extremely high frequency radiation produces measurable biological effects despite limited tissue penetration depth [12].

Critically, millimeter wave absorption occurs predominantly in skin and superficial tissues (penetration depth <1–2 mm at 30 GHz), concentrating energy deposition in structures rich in sensory nerve endings, sweat glands, and immune cells—potentially explaining reported symptoms including skin burning sensations and localized pain in individuals exposed to millimeter wave sources [12].

Oxidative Stress as Primary Mechanism Across Frequency Bands

Kesari et al. established that 900 MHz microwave radiation (SAR 0.9 W/kg, 2 hours daily for 45 days) promotes significant oxidation in rat brain tissue, with elevated lipid peroxidation (MDA levels), reduced glutathione (GSH), and decreased activity of antioxidant enzymes including superoxide dismutase (SOD) and catalase—demonstrating that RF-EMF exposure disrupts redox homeostasis even at non-thermal intensities. Similar oxidative mechanisms have been observed across frequency ranges including 5G bands, suggesting a universal pathway for RF-EMF bioeffects [13].

Azimzadeh and Jelodar revealed that prenatal and early postnatal exposure to 900 MHz radiofrequency waves (2–4 hours daily during gestation and 21 postnatal days) adversely affects passive avoidance learning and memory in rat offspring, with histopathological evidence of hippocampal neuron cell death mediated through PARP-1 and caspase-3 activation—linking oxidative DNA damage to neurobehavioral impairment. Comparable developmental vulnerabilities have been documented with 4G exposures, indicating frequency-independent mechanisms during critical periods [14].

Sun et al. documented mitochondrial DNA damage and oxidative damage in HL-60 human leukemia cells exposed to 900 MHz radiofrequency fields (0.12 mW/cm², 4 hours daily for 5 days), with decreased mitochondrial DNA copy number and reduced mitochondrial RNA transcript levels—revealing that RF-EMF targets the electron transport chain. Similar mitochondrial dysfunction has been reported with higher frequency exposures, suggesting conserved vulnerability across the RF spectrum [15].

Neurological and Cognitive Effects

Deshmukh et al. demonstrated that rats exposed to 900 MHz radiation (SAR 0.00059–0.00066 W/kg) exhibited significantly decreased cognitive function in maze tests, accompanied by increased HSP70 expression and DNA damage in brain tissue—providing evidence that extremely low-intensity exposures produce measurable neurological effects. These findings align with 4G/5G studies showing similar cognitive impairments, reinforcing the notion that neurological vulnerability transcends specific frequency bands [16].

Vecsei et al. investigated effects of combined 3G (1947 MHz) and 4G LTE-WCDMA (1750 MHz) exposure (SAR max. 1.8 W/kg, 20 minutes) on human volunteers, documenting alterations in electroencephalographic parameters—demonstrating that contemporary mobile communication frequencies produce acute neurophysiological changes [17].

Lv et al. showed that 2.576 GHz 4G LTE exposure (SAR 0.841 W/kg, 30 minutes) modulates whole-brain EEG synchronization likelihood in healthy volunteers—providing direct evidence for field effects on neural network dynamics [18].

Reproductive System Vulnerability

Mugunthan et al. reported significant adverse effects on mouse testis following long-term exposure to 2G cell phone radiation (900–1900 MHz, SAR 1.69 W/kg, 48 minutes daily for 30–180 days), including reduced seminiferous tubule diameter, decreased spermatogenic cell layers, lowered sperm count and motility, and increased sperm abnormalities—demonstrating dose- and duration-dependent reproductive toxicity. These findings parallel 4G/5G studies showing comparable reproductive impacts, suggesting conserved vulnerability across mobile communication frequencies [19].

Dasdag et al. demonstrated that long-term exposure to 2.4 GHz radiation (SAR 0.0024 W/kg, 24 hours daily for 365 days) significantly impaired testicular function in rats, with reduced testosterone levels and histopathological evidence of germ cell degeneration—providing evidence that chronic low-intensity exposure produces cumulative reproductive damage. Similar effects observed with 4G frequencies reinforce the biological significance of non-thermal mechanisms [20].

Öktem et al. documented effects of long-term pre- and post-natal exposure to 2.45 GHz wireless devices (SAR 0.1 W/kg) on developing male rat kidney and reproductive system, with increased lipid peroxidation and impaired spermatogenesis—revealing developmental windows of heightened vulnerability to RF-EMF that likely extend to 4G/5G exposures [21].

DNA Damage and Genotoxicity

Panagopoulos comprehensively reviewed DNA and chromosome damage in human and animal cells induced by mobile telephony electromagnetic fields, establishing that RF-EMF exposure produces single- and double-strand DNA breaks, micronuclei formation, and chromosomal aberrations through mechanisms involving free radical production and impaired DNA repair—not thermal effects. These genotoxic mechanisms operate across frequency ranges from 2G through emerging 5G bands [22].

Akdag et al. demonstrated that prolonged radiofrequency radiation emitted from Wi-Fi devices (2.4 GHz, SAR 0.00014 W/kg, 24 hours daily for 365 days) induced significant DNA damage in multiple rat tissues including brain, liver, kidney, and testis—revealing that chronic low-intensity exposure produces cumulative genotoxic effects across organ systems. Comparable DNA damage patterns have been documented with 4G exposures, indicating shared molecular pathways [23].

Spandole-Dinu et al. conducted a pilot study showing long-term exposure to 2.45 GHz radiation (24 hours daily for 112 days) produced histological and functional alterations in mouse brain including neuronal degeneration and glial activation—providing evidence for neurodegenerative potential of chronic RF-EMF exposure that likely extends to contemporary mobile communication frequencies [24].

Microbial and Ecological Effects

Amani et al. documented effects of short-term exposure to 2.4 GHz radiofrequency radiation emitted from Wi-Fi routers (2–24 hours) on antimicrobial susceptibility of Pseudomonas aeruginosa and Staphylococcus aureus, with altered antibiotic resistance profiles and increased biofilm formation—suggesting RF-EMF may contribute to antimicrobial resistance through non-thermal mechanisms relevant to environmental exposures from mobile infrastructure [25].

Sharma and Parihar investigated effects of electromagnetic radiations from 2G and 3G mobile networks on flavonoid content in lettuce species, finding significant alterations in secondary metabolite production following 30 minutes to 6 hours daily exposure for 40–45 days—demonstrating plant sensitivity to RF-EMF with potential implications for agricultural productivity near mobile infrastructure [26].

Halgamuge et al. reported reduced growth of soybean seedlings after exposure to weak microwave radiation from GSM 900 mobile phones and base stations (0.000083–0.445 mW/cm², 2 hours daily for 4–5 days), with inhibited root elongation and reduced biomass accumulation—providing evidence for ecological impacts at environmentally relevant exposure levels that may extend to 4G/5G deployments [27].

Molecular and Epigenetic Alterations

Dasdag et al. demonstrated that 2.4 GHz radiofrequency radiation emitted from Wi-Fi equipment (SAR 0.00014–0.0015 W/kg, 24 hours daily for 365 days) significantly altered microRNA expression profiles in rat brain tissue, with dysregulation of miRNAs involved in neurodevelopment, synaptic plasticity, and apoptosis—revealing epigenetic mechanisms for RF-EMF neurotoxicity that likely operate across frequency bands [28].

Dasdag et al. further documented that the same 2.4 GHz exposure altered fatty acid composition in rat brain, with decreased omega-3 fatty acids (DHA, EPA) and increased omega-6/omega-3 ratio—potentially contributing to neuroinflammation and impaired cognitive function through membrane lipid remodeling. Similar lipid alterations have been observed with mobile phone frequencies, suggesting conserved molecular targets [29].

Zou et al. revealed that long-term exposure to 2G cell phone radiation induced significant changes in protein expression profiles in mouse tissues using protein microarray analysis, with altered expression of proteins involved in oxidative stress response, DNA repair, and apoptosis—providing molecular evidence for systemic biological effects that likely extend to contemporary mobile technologies [30].

Critical Assessment of Safety Standards

Current safety standards for RF-EMF exposure (ICNIRP, FCC) are based exclusively on prevention of tissue heating (thermal effects) with exposure limits typically set at SAR values of 1.6–2.0 W/kg averaged over 1–10 grams of tissue [31]. However, the experimental evidence reviewed here demonstrates reproducible biological effects at exposure levels orders of magnitude below these thermal thresholds—including oxidative stress, DNA damage, blood-brain barrier disruption, and altered gene expression at SAR values as low as 0.0000038–0.32 W/kg [1, 2, 9, 16, 19, 23].

This discrepancy arises because safety standards fail to account for: (1) non-thermal mechanisms including voltage-gated calcium channel activation and radical pair dynamics; (2) signal characteristics including modulation, pulsation, and intermittence that enhance biological activity; (3) cumulative effects of chronic low-intensity exposure; and (4) vulnerable populations including developing organisms and those with electromagnetic hypersensitivity [31, 33].

Simkó and Mattsson's pragmatic review of 5G wireless communication (6–100 GHz) identified substantial evidence for biological effects at non-thermal intensities—highlighting urgent need for parameter-specific safety standards rather than frequency-agnostic limits based solely on thermal criteria [32].

Future Research Directions

  • Millimeter wave toxicology: Urgent need for systematic studies on biological effects of 24–100 GHz radiation as 5G infrastructure expands into these frequency bands [12, 32]
  • Real-world exposure assessment: Development of personal exposimeters capable of characterizing complex signal mixtures from multiple sources (4G/5G base stations, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth) rather than single-frequency laboratory exposures [31]
  • Vulnerable populations: Focused research on developmental, geriatric, and chronically ill populations who may exhibit heightened sensitivity to RF-EMF [14, 21]
  • Mechanistic studies: Elucidation of primary transduction mechanisms including VGCC activation, radical pair dynamics in cryptochromes, and water-mediated field effects [33]
  • Epidemiological surveillance: Long-term cohort studies tracking health outcomes in populations with differential exposure to 4G/5G infrastructure [31]

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Aavailable in HTMLAmeliorative Role of Coenzyme Q10 in RF Radiation-Associated Testicular and Oxidative Impairments in a 3.5-GHz Exposure Model ("chemical remedy")3.5 GHz - (SAR 0.17 W/kg(body))2h/30dCommentary icon2026-(1)Hava Bektas, Seval Yildirim, Serife Cakir, Semih Dogu, Fikret Altindag
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Favailable in PDF and HTMLAutonomous nervous system responses to environmental-level exposure to 5G's first deployed band (3.5 GHz) in healthy human volunteers3.5 GHz - 0.0006-0.001 mW/cm230m/1dCommentary icon2024-(12)Layla Jamal, Lisa Michelant, Stéphane Delanaud, Laurent Hugueville, Paul Mazet, Philippe Lévêque, Tamara Baz, Véronique Bach, Brahim Selmaoui
Aavailable in HTMLEffects of 3.5-GHz radiofrequency radiation on energy-regulatory hormone levels in the blood and adipose tissue3.5 GHz - (SAR 0.037 W/kg)2h/30dCommentary icon2024-(1)Hava Bektas, Suleyman Dasdag, Fikret Altindag, Mehmet Z. Akdag, Korkut Yegin, Sermin Algul
Aavailable in HTMLEffects of 4G mobile phone radiation exposure on reproductive, hepatic, renal, and hematological parameters of male Wistar rat2350 MHz (4G)2h/56dCommentary icon2023-(1)Rohit Gautam, Sonali Pardhiya, Jay Prakash Nirala, Priyanka Sarsaiya, Paulraj Rajamani
Favailable in PDF and HTMLBio-effects of 5th generation electromagnetic waves on organs of human beings (theoretical study)3 GHz-Commentary icon2023-(6)Amit Verma, Vijay Kumar, Shipra Gupta
Aavailable in HTMLImmunomodulatory role of non-ionizing electromagnetic radiation in human leukemia monocytic cell line2318 MHz (4G) - 0.0224 mW/cm215-120min/1dCommentary icon2023-(1)Himanshi Yadav, Rajeev Singh
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Favailable in PDFThe Wistar Rat Parietal Lobe Cell And Pain Perception Changes After Frequent Of Mobile Phone Electromagnetic Wave Expose2100 MHz (4G LTE)2h/14-45dCommentary icon2023-(3)Fatiha Sri Utami Tamad, Trianggoro Budisulistyo, Amin Husni, Retnaningsih, Herlina Suryawati, Suryadi Suryadi
Aavailable in HTMLTeratogenic effects of radiofrequency electromagnetic radiation on the embryonic development of chick: A study on morphology and hatchability(2G & 4G) - (SAR 1.12-1.35 W/kg)-Commentary icon2023-(1)Tessy Augustianath, D. A. Evans, G. S. Anisha
Favailable in PDFEffect of smart phone usage on cardiovascular and hematological parameters
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Aavailable in HTMLEffects of 3.5 GHz (5G) Radiofrequency Radiation on Ghrelin, Nesfatin-1, and Irisin Levels in Diabetic and Healthy Brains3.5 GHz (5G) - (SAR 0.32 W/kg (1g))2h/30dCommentary icon2022-(1)Hava Bektas, Sermin Algul, Fikret Altindag, Korkut Yegin, Zulkuf Akdag, Suleyman Dasdag
Favailable in PDF, HTML and EpubMobile phone induced EMF stress is reversed upon the use of protective devices: results from two experiments testing different boundary conditions ("physical remedy")(4G LTE) - 0.00005-0.0013 mW/cm215min/1dNo comments yet icon2022-(10)Rainer Schneider
Favailable in PDF and HTMLDeep Saturation Nonlinearity of 5G Media and Potential Link to Covid-19--Commentary icon2022-(10)Mohsen Lutephy
Favailable in PDFBiological effects of non-ionizing electromagnetic fields to 27 GHz on sperm quality of Mytilus galloprovincialis27 GHz (CW)- (SAR 0.11-0.18 W/kg)10-40min/1dCommentary icon2022-(10)Roberta Pecoraro, Santi Concetto Pavone, Elena Maria Scalisi, Carmen Sica, Sara Ignoto, Martina Contino, Antonio Salvaggio, Gino Sorbello, Loreto Di Donato, Maria Violetta Brundo
Favailable in PDF and HTMLExposure to 1800 MHz LTE electromagnetic fields under proinflammatory conditions decreases the response strength and increases the acoustic threshold of auditory cortical neurons1800 MHz (4G LTE) - (SAR 0.5 W/kg)2h/1dNo comments yet icon2022-(14)Samira Souffi, Julie Lameth, Quentin Gaucher, Délia Arnaud Cormos, Philippe Lévêque, Jean‑Marc Edeline, Michel Mallat
Aavailable in HTMLHistological study on the Effect of Electromagnetic Radiation Emitted from 4G Cell Phones on the Thyroid Gland of the Adult Male Albino Rat(4G LTE)1h/56dCommentary icon2022-(1)Mona Nabil Mohamed, Soheir Ibrahim Saleh, Mariam Asaad Amin, Rehab Tolba Khattab, Mary Refaat Isaac, Maha Moustafa Ahmed Zakaria
Aavailable in HTML3.5-GHz radiofrequency electromagnetic radiation promotes the development of Drosophila melanogaster3.5 GHz (5G) - 0.01-1 mW/cm2-Commentary icon2021-(1)Yahong Wang, Zhihao Jiang, Lu Zhang, Ziyan Zhang, Yanyan Liao, Peng Cai
Favailable in PDF and HTMLAmeliorative effect of Punica granatum on sperm parameters in rats exposed to mobile radioelectromagnetic radiation ("chemical remedy")800-2400 MHz (4G) - (SAR, specs, 0.53 W/kg)1h/90dCommentary icon2021-(7)Anjaneyababu Naik Banavath, Sridevi Nangali Srinivasa
Favailable in PDF and HTMLEffect of 2400 MHz mobile phone radiation exposure on the behavior and hippocampus morphology in Swiss mouse model2400 MHz (4G) - 0.2 mW/cm2100min/60dCommentary icon2021-(9)Imam Hasan, Mir Rubayet Jahan, Md Nabiul Islam, Mohammad Rafiqul Islam
Favailable in PDFhttps://journaljammr.com/index.php/JAMMR/article/view/4099(4G)6-24h/56dCommentary icon2021-(11)Joshua Oladele Owolabi, Olayinka Stephen Ilesanmi, Vimla Luximon-Ramma
Favailable in PDFA Study of 4G Radiofrequency Radiation effects on Juvenile Wistar Rats Cerebellum and Potential Attenuative Properties of Fish Oil Omega-3 Fat ("chemical remedy")(4G LTE + mobile WI-FI) - (SAR, specs, 1.5 W/kg)24h/14-28dCommentary icon2021-(14)Fabiyi Oluwaseyi Sunday, Ogunbiyi Olubunmi, C. OdusoteIfeoluwa, Adelakin Lola, Olanrewaju John Afees, Olatunji Sunday Yinka, Owolabi Joshua Oladele
Aavailable in HTMLSimulated mobile communication frequencies (3.5GHz) emitted by a signal generator affects the sleep of Drosophila melanogaster3.5 GHz (5G) - 0.01-1 mW/cm224h/3-?dCommentary icon2021-(1)Yahong Wang, Hongying Zhang, Ziyan Zhang, Boqun Sun, Chao Tang, Lu Zhang, Zhihao Jiang, BoDing, Yanyan Liao, Peng Cai
Favailable in PDFExamining changes in sensitivity and functionality of mechanosensitive ion channel protein Piezo 1 exposed to Low-Level Radiofrequency Radiation845 MHz (4G) - 0.0005-0.0038 mW/cm210m/1dNo comments yet icon2021-(141)Azadeh Torkan
Aavailable in HTMLThe effect of 4.5 G (LTE Advanced-Pro network) mobile phone radiation on the optic nerve(4G LTE)2h/42dCommentary icon2021-(1)Erkin Özdemira, Ülkü Çömelekoglua, Evren Degirmencib, Gülsen Bayrakc, Metin Yildirimd, Tolgay Ergenoglue, Banu Coşkun Yılmazc, Begüm Korunur Engizf, Serap Yalind, Dilan Deniz Koyuncue, Erkan Ozbayg
Favailable in PDF and HTMLHematobiochemical and histopathological alterations of kidney and testis due to exposure of 4G cell phone radiation in mice2400 MHz (4G) - (SAR 0.087 W/kg)40-60min/60dCommentary icon2021-(10)Imam Hasan, Tanjina Amin, Md. Rafiqul Alam, Mohammad Rafiqul Islam
Favailable in PDF and HTMLFunctional and network analyses of human exposure to long-term evolution signal2753 MHz (4G LTE) - (SAR 0.61 W/kg (10g))30min/1dCommentary icon2020-(19)Lei Yang, Chen Zhang, Zhiye Chen, Congsheng Li, Tongning Wu
Favailable in PDF and HTMLContinuous Exposure to 1.7 GHz Lte electromagnetic fields increases intracellular Reactive oxygen Species to Decrease Human Cell Proliferation and induce Senescence1.7 GHz (4G LTE-WCDMA) - (SAR 1-2 W/kg)24h/3dCommentary icon2020-(15)Jisu Choi, Kyeongrae Min, Sangbong Jeon, Nam Kim, Jeong-Ki Pack, Kiwon Song
Aavailable in HTMLEffects of mobile phone radiation on certain hematological parameters2300-2400 MHz (4G) - (SAR, specs, 1.42 W/kg)1h/1dCommentary icon2020-(1)Bindhu Christopher, Y. Sheena Mary, Mayeen Uddin Khandaker, D. A. Bradley, M. T. Chew, P. J. Jojo
Favailable in PDFShort- and long-duration exposures to cell-phone radiofrequency waves produce dichotomous effects on phototactic response and circadian characteristics of locomotor activity rhythm in zebrafish, Danio rerio2300 MHz (4G) - (SAR 0.004 W/kg)30min-4h/1d, 7dCommentary icon2019-(16)Shikha Malik, Atanu Kumar, Arti Parganiha
Favailable in PDF and HTMLEarly-Life Exposure to Pulsed LTE Radiofrequency Fields Causes Persistent Changes in Activity and Behavior in C57BL/6J Mice1846 MHz (4G LTE) - (SAR 0.5-1 W/kg)30min/22dCommentary icon2019-(14)Kerry A. Broom, Richard Findlay, Darren S. Addison, Cristian Goiceanu, Zenon Sienkiewicz
Favailable in PDF and HTMLLong-term exposure to 4G smartphone radio frequency electromagnetic radiation diminished male reproductive potential by directly disrupting Spock3–MMP2-BTB axis in the testes of adult rats2575–2635 MHz (4G) - 2.24 mW/cm2 (SAR 1.05 W/kg)6h/150dNo comments yet icon2019-(1)Gang Yu, Zeping Tang, Hui Chen, Zhiyuan Chen, Lei Wang, Hui Cao, Gang Wang, Jiansheng Xing, Haotao Sheng, Qing Cheng, Donghui Li, Guoren Wang, Yang Xiang, Yupeng Guang, Yabing Zhu, Zhenxiang Liu, Zhiming Bai
Aavailable in HTMLModulation of resting-state brain functional connectivity by exposure to acute fourth-generation long-term evolution electromagnetic field: An fMRI study2573 MHz - (SAR 0.98 W/kg (10g))30min/1dCommentary icon2019-(1)Yiwen Wei, Jiayi Yang, Zhiye Chen, Tongning Wu, Bin Lv
Favailable in PDF and HTMLExposure to mobile phone radiations at 2350 MHz incites cyto- and genotoxic effects in root meristems of Allium cepa2350 MHz - 0.0492 mW/cm2 (0.31 W/kg)1-4h/1dCommentary icon2018-(8)Shikha Chandel, Shalinder Kaur, Mohd Issa, Harminder Pal Singh, Daizy Rani Batish, Ravinder Kumar Kohli
Favailable in PDF and HTMLShort-term radiofrequency exposure from new generation mobile phones reduces EEG alpha power with no effects on cognitive performance1947 MHz (3G UMTS), 1750 MHz (4G LTE-WCDMA) - (SAR max. 1.8 W/kg)20min/1dCommentary icon2018-(12)Zsuzsanna Vecsei, Balázs Knakker, Péter Juhász, György Thuróczy, Attila Trunk, István Hernádi
Favailable in PDFAB037. Long-term exposure to the mobile phone radiation decreased the sperm quality of Sprague Dawley rats(4G) - (SAR, specs, 1.58 W/kg)4h/150dCommentary icon2018-(1)Gang Yu, Zhiming Bai
Favailable in PDFThe effect of exposure to Wi-Fi 4G electromagnetic wave radiation on the weight of epidirmis and morphology of the sperm of male wistar rats (in Indonesian)(4G)8-24h/ 44dCommentary icon2018-(15)Meily Nirnasari
Favailable in PDF, HTML and EpubEffect of Electromagnetic Waves from Mobile Phones on Spermatogenesis in the Era of 4G-LTE2.104 GHz (4G LTE) - (SAR 3.0 W/kg (body))6-18h/28dCommentary icon2018-(9)Jong Jin Oh, Seok-Soo Byun, Sang Eun Lee, Gheeyoung Choe, Sung Kyu Hong
Favailable in PDFEffect of Electromagnetic Field from 2G, 3G And 4G Mobile Phones on the Organization of Purkinje Cell Layer of Rat Cerebellum0.9-2.1-2.6 GHz60m/60dCommentary icon2017-(5)Madiha Ali, Shadab Ahmed Butt, Shabnam Hamid
Favailable in PDFA 5G Wireless Future: Will it Give us a Smart Nation or Contribute to an Unhealtlhy One? [article]--No comments yet icon2017-(4)Cindy Russell
Aavailable in HTMLLong-Term Evolution Electromagnetic Fields Exposure Modulates the Resting State EEG on Alpha and Beta Bands2.61 GHz (4G LTE) - (SAR 1.34 W/kg (10g) 1.96 W/kg (1g))-Commentary icon2016-(1)Lei Yang, Qinghua Chen, Bin Lv, Tongning Wu
Aavailable in HTMLStudy of Change in Enzymatic Reaction under Radiowaves/Microwaves on Lactic Acid Dehydrogenase and Catalase at 2.1, 2.3 and 2.6GHz2.1-2.3-2.6 GHz - 0.00024 mW/cm2 & 0.6 mW/cm2-Commentary icon2015-(1)Sohni Jain, Vuk Vojisavljevic, Elena Pirogova
Favailable in PDFEffects of low power microwaves at 1.8, 2.1, and 2.3 GHz on l-Lactic dehydrogenase and Glutathione peroxidase enzymes1.8-2.1-2.3 GHz - 0.121 mW/cm2 (SAR 0.841 W/kg)-Commentary icon2014-(12)Hamad S. Alsuhaim, Vuk Vojisavljevic & Elena Pirogova
Favailable in PDFWhole Brain EEG Synchronization Likelihood Modulated by Long Term Evolution Electromagnetic Fields Exposure2.576 GHz (4G LTE)30m/1dCommentary icon2014-(4)Bin Lv, Chang Su, Lei Yang, Yi Xie, Tongning Wu
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