Browse 6,486 peer-reviewed studies on electromagnetic field health effects from 4 research libraries.
Showing 773 studies (Human Studies) from Glaser RF/Microwave Archive
M. L. Singewald et al. · 1973
Johns Hopkins researchers followed 11 high-voltage electrical linemen for nine years, conducting regular physical and psychological exams to assess health effects from working in 60 Hz electric fields. The study found no adverse health effects from occupational exposure to power line frequencies, confirming their earlier 1966 findings.
Otto H. Schmitt, Robert D. Tucker · 1973
Researchers tested whether 50 people could consciously or subconsciously detect 60 Hz magnetic fields at household appliance strength (few gauss). Initially some subjects showed remarkable detection abilities, but when acoustic noise and other environmental cues were eliminated, virtually no one could reliably sense the magnetic fields.
Gerald Silverberg · 1973
This 1973 research by Silverberg examined whether microwave radiation poses health risks to both mental and physical well-being. The study explored biological effects of electromagnetic radiation, drawing on Soviet research that had identified potential hazards beyond simple heating effects. This work contributed to early understanding of non-thermal microwave impacts on human health.
E. Aurell, B. Tengroth · 1973
Researchers studied workers at a factory testing radar and microwave equipment, finding an unusually high rate of eye lens opacities (early cataracts) in younger employees. They also discovered retinal changes resembling scars in many workers exposed to microwave radiation.
Davis JA · 1973
This 1973 technical paper examined microwave oven radiation concerns in aircraft, particularly for passengers with pacemakers. The study found that while some publications warned of health hazards, technical experts generally considered the risks minimal. The paper provided engineering guidelines for evaluating microwave oven installations on aircraft.
Becker CM, Malhotra IV, Hedley-Whyte J · 1973
This 1973 medical study examined nine patients who suffered burns during electrosurgery procedures due to radiofrequency current flowing through electrocardiogram (ECG) monitoring electrodes. Researchers measured an average maximum RF current of 175 milliamperes in the ground electrode of an ECG system and found that approximately 100 milliamperes/cm² for approximately 10 seconds can cause skin damage, with burns occurring from equipment malfunctions, improper electrode use, and current leakage through monitoring cables.
G. A. Stasiuk · 1973
Soviet researchers exposed 60 healthy people to a single, brief session of constant magnetic field exposure at 1650 oersted intensity. They found significant blood changes including increased red blood cell count, hemoglobin levels, and clotting factors, plus reduced white blood cells. These effects persisted for a full month after just one exposure.
A. L. Klascius · 1973
This 1973 research examined radiation hazards around large microwave antenna installations, focusing on electromagnetic field exposure and potential biological effects on personnel. The study investigated safety concerns for workers operating near high-powered microwave transmission equipment. This early research helped establish understanding of occupational microwave exposure risks decades before widespread consumer wireless technology.
Kolesnik, F. A., N. A. Komogortseva · 1973
Soviet researchers studied workers exposed to microwave radiation from SHF generators and found they had significantly reduced sulfhydrile (SH) groups in their blood. These workers also showed various health problems including nervous system dysfunction and cardiovascular issues. The study suggested measuring SH groups could serve as an early warning test for microwave radiation damage.
Г. А. СЛАСЮК · 1973
This 1973 Soviet research by G.A. Slasyuk investigated how magnetic fields affect human blood components, specifically studying changes in hemoglobin, red blood cells, and white blood cells. The study represents early scientific recognition that electromagnetic fields can produce measurable biological effects in human blood. This work contributed to the growing body of evidence that EMF exposure can alter fundamental cellular processes in the human body.
Lisa J. Shawver · 1973
This 1973 research explored Kirlian photography, a technique that captures electrical corona discharges around living organisms when exposed to high-frequency electromagnetic fields. The study examined how this bioelectrography method reveals light emissions from human subjects, investigating its potential as a diagnostic tool for health assessment.
G. A. Stasiuk · 1973
Soviet researchers exposed 20 healthy people to a single, short-term magnetic field treatment at 1850 oersted intensity and found positive health changes. Participants experienced improved appetite, mood, normalized blood pressure, and increased red blood cells and hemoglobin levels that lasted up to a month.
Charlotte Silverman · 1973
This 1973 research by Silverman examined how microwave radiation affects the nervous system and behavior in humans, focusing on occupational exposure settings. The study represents early scientific investigation into neurological and behavioral impacts of microwave exposure in workers. This foundational research helped establish the scientific basis for understanding how microwave radiation might affect brain function and behavior.
Brodkin RH, Bleiberg J · 1973
This 1973 medical report documented two cases where women operating a microwave oven in a snack bar developed dystrophic fingernail changes after presumed microwave injury. The authors note that the biological effects of microwaves result primarily from the heating of tissues. They suggest that physicians be suspicious of exposure to microwaves in cases of nail plate dystrophies.
Michaelson SM · 1973
This 1973 study by Michaelson examined workplace exposure to non-ionizing radiation, focusing on occupational safety standards and protection measures for workers. The research addressed electromagnetic radiation exposure in work environments, contributing to early understanding of workplace EMF safety protocols.
Col. L. T. Odland, USAF, MC, and associates · 1973
This 1973 U.S. Air Force study examined vision health in nearly 700 workers, comparing those exposed to radio-frequency radiation from radar and microwave equipment to unexposed workers. The researchers found no significant differences in visual health between the two groups, suggesting RF exposure didn't damage workers' eyesight.
Vernon R. Reno, Dietrich E. Beischer · 1973
This 1973 pilot study by Navy researchers examined how microwaves interact with the human body through reflection, diffraction, and transmission. The research investigated the fundamental physics of how microwave radiation behaves when it encounters human tissue. This early work helped establish the scientific foundation for understanding microwave absorption and scattering by biological systems.
Maggi G, Carrescua V · 1973
This 1973 survey examined the emerging problem of electromagnetic field effects on human health as technology expanded. The authors reviewed fundamental aspects of EMF influence on people and compared maximum allowable exposure limits across different countries. This early work helped establish the foundation for ongoing EMF health research and safety standards.
G. G. Wright · 1973
This 1973 study examined the use of pulsed electromagnetic radiation (specifically Diapulse therapy) to treat soft tissue and ligament injuries in professional football players. The research represents early medical investigation into therapeutic applications of radiofrequency electromagnetic fields for accelerating healing in sports injuries.
Chris Dodge · 1973
This 1973 technical report by C. Dodge translated and summarized Soviet research articles on microwave applications in medicine, including treatments for eye conditions, digestive disorders, and pneumonia. The document provides insight into early Soviet investigations of microwave therapy effects on human health, covering both therapeutic applications and potential adverse effects like cataracts.
Unknown authors · 1973
In 1973, the FDA published a government report informing the public about microwave oven radiation safety. This early regulatory document addressed growing consumer concerns about potential health risks from microwave ovens, which were becoming increasingly common in American kitchens. The report represented one of the first official government communications about microwave radiation exposure from consumer appliances.
Styblova V., Holovska V., Spondova V., Zubrik L. · 1973
This study evaluated EEG (brain wave) findings in 42 employees of TV stations exposed to ultra-short wave (USW) radiowaves, in relation to the grade of exposure, and assessed whether electromagnetic energy at that dose damages the central nervous system. The emitters' frequency band was 48.5-230 MHz with a mean field intensity of 2.9 V/m. The authors found no significant differences in the EEG findings between the exposed persons and the control group, and concluded that the dose does not damage the CNS.
Dietrich E. Beischer, James D. Grissett, Robert E. Mitchell · 1973
This 1973 technical report examined human exposure to extremely low frequency (ELF) magnetic fields, focusing on the biological effects of these alternating magnetic fields on people. The research represents early scientific investigation into how ELF magnetic fields interact with human biology. This work helped establish the foundation for understanding potential health effects from power line frequencies and electrical infrastructure.
W.D. Rowe, D.E. Janes, R.A. Tell · 1973
This 1973 conference paper by WD Rowe assessed potential health risks from telecommunications technology, examining electromagnetic radiation exposure from various communication systems. The research represents early scientific efforts to evaluate health effects of telecommunications infrastructure during the technology's rapid expansion. This work helped establish the foundation for modern EMF health risk assessment protocols.
Jose Daels, MD · 1973
This 1973 study by Jose Daels, MD, examined microwave heating of the uterine wall during parturition in 1000 patients without obstetric pathology, using the Radarmed 12 S 230 with a curved wide-field radiation electrode. Of the 1000 patients, 962 described the analgesic effect as good and 38 reported moderate attenuation. Compared with 1000 similar controls, the average duration of the dilation stage was significantly shortened, by 108 minutes for primiparas and 43 minutes for multiparas, with no undesirable side effects and nil perinatal mortality and morbidity.