Browse 8,655 peer-reviewed studies on electromagnetic field health effects from 4 research libraries.
Showing 1,024 studies (Human Studies) from Glaser RF/Microwave Archive
Bill Rados · 1980
This 1980 study by Bill Rados examined video display terminals (VDTs) for radiation emissions and health effects, finding they passed medical safety tests. The research focused on occupational safety concerns about early computer monitors, particularly x-ray leakage and other forms of radiation exposure in workplace settings.
David L. Conover et al. · 1980
Researchers measured radiofrequency radiation from industrial plastic sealing machines operating at 6-38 MHz and found that 60% exceeded safety guidelines for electric fields and 29% exceeded magnetic field limits. All operators were women working within close range of these high-powered industrial RF sources.
not specified in article text · 1980
This 1980 research examined ultra low frequency (ULF) magnetic radiation, termed 'magnetic smog,' with particular focus on BART transit systems. The study investigated how extremely low frequency electromagnetic fields from transportation infrastructure might affect human health. This represents early recognition that everyday electrical systems could create concerning electromagnetic exposures.
Charlotte Silverman · 1980
This 1980 review examined epidemiological studies on microwave radiation health effects in humans, including U.S. naval radar operators and American Embassy staff in Moscow. The research investigated various health concerns including eye problems, nervous system effects, birth defects, and cancer. The findings were mixed, with some studies showing potential health effects while others found no clear evidence.
D. Tikhonov · 1980
Soviet researchers examined the digestive health of radar operators exposed to low-intensity microwave radiation for over three years. They found functional disturbances in the gastrointestinal tract compared to unexposed controls. This early occupational health study highlighted potential digestive system effects from chronic microwave exposure.
Committee on the Biological Effects of Ionizing Radiations · 1980
This 1980 government committee report examined the biological effects of low-level ionizing radiation exposure on human populations. The study represents a comprehensive assessment of radiation health risks at exposure levels below acute doses. This research laid groundwork for understanding how chronic, low-intensity radiation affects public health.
Jerry E. Bishop · 1980
Harvard physicist Robert V. Pound explored using microwave technology for energy-efficient heating applications in 1980. This research examined how microwave energy could be harnessed to reduce overall energy consumption in heating systems. The work represents early investigation into practical microwave applications beyond communications and cooking.
Milton M. ZARET, M.D. · 1980
This 1980 study documented cataracts in people who used cathode ray tube (CRT) displays, finding the eye damage resembled patterns from radiofrequency radiation exposure. The research showed cataracts developed over time with cumulative exposure, but could be stopped if caught early and exposure was eliminated.
Myron L. Wolbarsht, David H. Sliney · 1980
This 1980 study examined electromagnetic emissions from video display terminals (VDTs) across frequencies from 10kHz to 18GHz, including microwave ranges, to investigate health concerns like alleged 'video cancer.' Researchers tested multiple VDT models under normal and maximum emission conditions. The study aimed to characterize actual EMF exposure levels from these early computer monitors.
Per Lövsund · 1980
Researchers exposed humans to magnetic fields at workplace levels (0.1-10 mT, 50 Hz) and found they could trigger visual flashes called magnetophosphenes at thresholds around 10-12 mT. The study also showed these magnetic fields directly stimulate retinal cells through the same pathways that process light, with peak sensitivity occurring at 20-30 Hz frequencies.
Unknown authors · 1980
The FDA proposed safety standards for microwave diathermy devices used in medical therapy to heat body tissues. The 1980 regulation established limits on microwave radiation leakage, required safety controls, and mandated clear labeling and warnings. This represents an early recognition that even therapeutic microwave exposure needed strict safety protocols.
Unknown authors · 1980
In 1980, the FDA proposed performance standards for microwave diathermy devices used in medical therapy to heat body tissues. The proposal addressed radiation leakage limits, safety controls, and user information requirements. This regulatory action recognized the need to balance therapeutic benefits with protection from unnecessary microwave radiation exposure.
W. Dewey et al. · 1980
This 1980 international symposium brought together leading researchers to examine how heat therapy (hyperthermia) combined with radiation and drugs could treat cancer. The conference explored various heating methods including microwaves, radiofrequency, and ultrasound to raise tumor temperatures. This research laid important groundwork for understanding how electromagnetic energy interacts with human tissue at therapeutic levels.
Paolo Bernardi, Guglielmo D'Ambrosio · 1980
This 1980 Italian research survey examined the growing body of international studies on how electromagnetic waves interact with human biology. The paper reviewed biological effects research from various countries and highlighted Italy's emerging contributions to EMF health research. It identified key research areas and unresolved questions in the field.
Melvin A. Astrahan, F. W. George III · 1980
This 1980 study describes the technical development of an experimental radiofrequency hyperthermia system for cancer treatment. Researchers designed temperature control circuitry to regulate heat delivery to tumors using localized current field technology. The work focused on engineering safety and performance considerations for medical RF applications.
David L. Conover et al. · 1980
This 1980 study measured radiofrequency radiation from industrial plastic sealing machines operating at 6-38 MHz and found that 60% exceeded safety guidelines for electric fields and 29% exceeded magnetic field limits. The research revealed that workers, all women, were exposed to EMF levels above recommended standards, with significant variation depending on body position relative to the machines.
Angelo Vassallo · 1980
This 1980 study by Angelo Vassallo examined whether radiofrequency heat sealing equipment used in industrial settings needed stricter safety controls to protect workers from electromagnetic field exposure. The research focused on occupational safety concerns around RF heating devices commonly used in manufacturing and packaging operations.
Howard Bassen · 1980
This 1980 FDA research by H. Bassen examined radio-frequency and microwave radiation exposure measurement and safety standards. The study focused on how these electromagnetic fields are absorbed by human tissue and established methods for assessing exposure levels. This represents early foundational work in understanding RF/microwave radiation effects on human health.
M. Gautherie et al. · 1980
Researchers used 9 GHz microwave radiometry to study breast cancer patients and other tumor patients, comparing this technique to infrared thermography. The study found that microwave radiometry could detect thermal conditions in deeper tumor tissues where infrared thermography failed, providing valuable information about tumor metabolism and blood flow patterns.
M.A. Stuchly, M.H. Repacholi, D. Lecuyer, R. Mann · 1980
Canadian researchers surveyed 82 industrial RF heating devices used for plastic sealing and wood gluing in 1979, operating at 4-51 MHz with power outputs up to 90 kW. Many devices exposed workers to RF fields exceeding 1 mW/cm², with some over 10 mW/cm² - levels far above what's considered safe today. This study documented significant occupational RF exposure in industrial settings decades before modern wireless technology.
Howard Bassen · 1980
This 1980 FDA document outlines the agency's measurement and risk assessment activities designed to control radiofrequency and microwave radiation exposures. The paper describes the regulatory framework the FDA developed to monitor and limit RF/microwave radiation from various sources. This represents an early government acknowledgment of the need to actively manage EMF exposures for public health protection.
Jill Jones · 1980
This 1980 research by Jones examined human health effects from microwave radiation exposure, contributing to early understanding of what researchers termed 'electronic smog.' The study investigated how living with microwave electromagnetic radiation affects human health, during a period when microwave technology was rapidly expanding in homes and workplaces.
D.D. Nguyen et al. · 1980
This 1980 study examined how microwave probes (2-10 GHz frequency range) interact with human tissue for medical thermal imaging applications. Researchers developed mathematical models to understand how microwaves penetrate tissue and detect temperature patterns, particularly for tumor detection. The work laid groundwork for understanding microwave-tissue interactions in medical diagnostics.
R. C. Petersen, M. M. Weiss, G. Minneci · 1980
This 1980 study measured electromagnetic emissions from video display terminals (VDTs) across frequencies from 10kHz to 18GHz to investigate health concerns like 'editor's cataract.' Researchers found emission levels far below safety standards and concluded VDTs pose no electromagnetic health risks. Eye strain and fatigue were attributed to lighting, glare, and ergonomic factors rather than radiation.
Committee on the Biological Effects of Ionizing Radiations · 1980
This 1980 government report examined how low-level ionizing radiation affects human populations, establishing foundational understanding of radiation health risks. The Committee on Biological Effects of Ionizing Radiations analyzed population-wide exposure patterns and biological responses. This work helped establish safety standards and risk assessment methods still used today.