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Alleviation of Inflammatory Conditions Caused by Extremely Low-Frequency Electromagnetic Field Exposure by Panax ginseng

Unknown authors · 2025

Researchers investigated whether ginsenosides from red ginseng could help reduce inflammation caused by extremely low-frequency electromagnetic field exposure. The study examined the anti-inflammatory properties of these Korean herbal compounds in environments with EMF from common electronic devices. This research explores potential natural interventions for EMF-related health effects.

Investigating the expression changes of several key genes in prostate cancer cells under exposure to the ELF pulsed electromagnetic fields

Unknown authors · 2025

Researchers exposed prostate cancer cells to extremely low-frequency pulsed electromagnetic fields at 22.6 and 35 mT intensities. The treatment killed cancer cells and activated genes that suppress tumors while reducing genes that promote cancer growth. This suggests EMF therapy could potentially help treat prostate cancer with fewer side effects than traditional treatments.

Exposure of Sprague Dawley Rats to Phone Cell Electromagnetic Field Frequency and Related Physiological, Apoptotic and Molecular Profile of Para Oral Tissues: In-vivo Study

Abdel Rahman GAN, Mohamed AF · 2025

Researchers exposed Sprague Dawley rats of different ages (young, adult, and elderly) to cell phone electromagnetic field frequencies and examined the effects on oral tissues. They found that EMF exposure increased oxidative stress markers and caused age-dependent tissue damage through apoptosis (cell death), with older rats showing the most severe effects. Treatment with avocado significantly reduced the oxidative damage, suggesting cellular EMF exposure creates measurable biological harm that worsens with age.

Noninvasive Brain Stimulation Protects Cognitive Impairment in i.c.v. STZ-Injected Rats: Role of Adult Neurogenesis

Unknown authors · 2025

Researchers tested extremely low frequency magnetic fields (50 Hz, 17.96 µT) on rats with Alzheimer's-like brain damage. Two weeks of daily 2-hour exposure improved memory and learning by stimulating new brain cell growth in key memory regions. The treatment reduced brain inflammation and protected neurons from further damage.

Effect of ELF-EMF on cognitive functions, analgesia, and oxidative stress in rats with PTZ-induced epilepsy

Gülmez K, Demirkazık A, Taşkıran AŞ · 2025

Researchers exposed rats to power line frequency electromagnetic fields (50 Hz) for 165 minutes daily over 7 days, then tested their learning, memory, and pain responses. The EMF exposure actually improved learning and memory in epileptic rats while increasing pain tolerance in all exposed animals. The study found that EMF reduced harmful oxidative stress in brain regions critical for memory.

One- year follow-up of thyroid status in rats exposed to 2.45 Ghz radiofrequency radiation during the prenatal period

Özyılmaz C et al. · 2025

Researchers exposed pregnant rats to WiFi-frequency radiation (2.45 GHz) throughout pregnancy, then examined their offspring's thyroid glands one year after birth. The study found significant thyroid damage including increased cell death, DNA breaks, tissue scarring, and abnormal cells in the exposed offspring. This suggests prenatal WiFi exposure may cause lasting thyroid problems that persist into adulthood.

Impairment of Oogenesis and Folliculogenesis in Neonatal Rats after Maternal Exposure to Mobile Phones

Unknown authors · 2025

Researchers exposed pregnant rats to cell phone radiation at different stages of pregnancy and examined the ovarian development of their female offspring. They found that maternal cell phone exposure significantly reduced hormone levels, decreased healthy egg cell development, and increased cell death in the ovaries of newborn rats. The effects were most severe when mothers were exposed during the first week of pregnancy.

Effects of 5G mobile phone network electromagnetic field exposure on testicular endoplasmic reticulum stress and the protective role of coenzyme Q10

Yilmaz H, Tümkaya L, Mercantepe T, Yılmaz A, Gül F, Suzan ZT · 2025

Researchers exposed rats to 5.9 GHz 5G radiation for 2 hours daily for 30 days and found significant damage to testicular tissue, including loss of sperm cells and increased cellular stress markers. When rats were also given coenzyme Q10 supplements, the testicular damage was largely prevented. This suggests 5G frequencies may harm male reproductive health through oxidative stress.

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Melatonin ameliorates RF-EMR-induced reproductive damage by inhibiting ferroptosis through Nrf2 pathway activation

Wang J et al. · 2025

This study examined whether melatonin could protect against reproductive damage in male mice exposed to radiofrequency electromagnetic radiation (RF-EMR) at 2.45 GHz for 8 weeks. The researchers found that melatonin mitigated RF-EMR-induced oxidative stress and ferroptosis in testicular tissue by activating the Nrf2 signaling pathway, thereby improving sperm quality.

Histomorphometry and Sperm Quality in Male Rats Exposed to 2.45 GHz Wi-Fi

Vijay S et al. · 2025

Researchers exposed male rats to 2.45 GHz Wi-Fi radiation for either 4 or 24 hours daily over 8 weeks and found significant damage throughout the reproductive system. The study revealed tissue damage in testes, sperm ducts, and accessory glands, along with reduced sperm count and impaired sperm movement. This comprehensive analysis shows Wi-Fi exposure affects the entire male reproductive system, not just sperm production.

An Evaluation of Neuronal PARP-1 and Caspase-3 Levels in the Brain Tissue of Female Rats Exposed to Electromagnetic Fields at Different Gestational Stages

Unknown authors · 2025

Researchers exposed pregnant rats to 900 MHz EMF radiation (similar to cell phone frequencies) during different stages of pregnancy and examined brain damage in their offspring 28 days after birth. They found that exposure during the final week of pregnancy (days 15-21) caused significant brain cell death in the hippocampus, the brain region critical for learning and memory. This timing coincides with a crucial period of brain development when new neurons are forming.

Prolonged 3.5 GHz and 24 GHz RF-EMF Exposure Alters Testicular Immune Balance, Apoptotic Gene Expression, and Sperm Function in Rats

Syed Taha SMA et al. · 2025

Researchers exposed male rats to 5G frequencies (3.5 GHz and 24 GHz) for 60 days and found significant damage to sperm quality and testicular function. Both frequencies reduced sperm motility and concentration, with 24 GHz causing more severe effects including immune system disruption. The damage worsened with longer daily exposure times.

The association of widely used electromagnetic waves exposure and pregnancy and birth outcomes in Yazd women: a cohort study

Unknown authors · 2025

Researchers tracked 1,666 pregnant women in Iran from 2015-2019, measuring their exposure to cell phones, cordless phones, and Wi-Fi devices. Women with longer cell phone call durations during pregnancy showed significantly higher rates of miscarriage, abnormal birth weight, and abnormal infant height. The study found that every additional minute of daily cell phone use increased miscarriage risk by 0.6%.

An 1800 MHz Electromagnetic Field Affects Hormone Levels, Sperm Quality, and Behavior in Laboratory Rats (Rattus norvegicus)

Unknown authors · 2025

Researchers exposed laboratory rats to 1800 MHz electromagnetic fields (similar to cell phone frequencies) for 12 weeks and found significant hormonal disruptions, reduced sperm quality, and increased anxiety behaviors. The effects included elevated stress hormones, decreased thyroid function, and impaired reproductive health that persisted for weeks after exposure ended.

Men with genetic predisposition face greater fertility challenges when exposed to electromagnetic radiation

Pal S, Paladhi P, Dutta S, Ghosh P, Chattopadhyay R, Ghosh S · 2025

This study examined 708 azoospermic men and 640 controls from West Bengal to investigate whether genetic variants in meiotic regulator genes (SPO11, RNF212, SYCP3) combined with electronic radiation exposure increase azoospermia risk. The researchers found significant associations between these genetic variations and azoospermia, particularly in men aged 30+ with electronic radiation exposure, suggesting radiation may exacerbate meiotic errors and impair fertility in genetically predisposed individuals.

One-year follow-up of thyroid status in rats exposed to 2.45 Ghz radiofrequency radiation during the prenatal period

Özyılmaz C et al. · 2025

Turkish researchers exposed pregnant rats to WiFi-frequency radiation (2.45 GHz) throughout pregnancy, then examined their offspring's thyroid glands one year after birth. The study found significant thyroid damage including increased cell death, DNA breaks, and tissue scarring in animals whose mothers were exposed during pregnancy. This suggests prenatal WiFi exposure may cause lasting thyroid problems that persist into adulthood.

From adults to offspring: Wi-Fi RF-EMR exposure in adult zebrafish impairs reproduction and transgenerationally effects development and behavior of progeny

Unknown authors · 2025

Researchers exposed adult zebrafish to Wi-Fi radiation from a 4G router for 4 hours daily over 30 days, then bred them in radiation-free conditions. The offspring showed increased death rates, physical deformities, and anxiety-like behavior, while adult fish developed reproductive organ damage. This suggests Wi-Fi exposure can harm not just exposed individuals but their children too.

Effects of 700MHz radiofrequency radiation (5G lower band) on the reproductive parameters of female Wistar rats

Unknown authors · 2025

Researchers exposed female rats to 700MHz 5G radiation for either 10 days (6 hours daily) or 60 days (4 hours daily) to study reproductive effects. While hormone levels and DNA remained mostly normal, long-term exposure caused oxidative stress in ovaries and tissue changes including cystic follicles. The findings suggest prolonged 5G exposure may harm female reproductive organs through cellular damage.

Amelioration and Immuno-modulation by Ashwagandha on Wi-fi Induced Oxidative Stress in Regulating Reproduction Via Estrogen Receptor Alpha in Male Japanese Quail

Gupta V, Srivastava R · 2025

This study examined the effects of 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi radiation exposure on male Japanese quail reproductive function, oxidative stress markers, and immune response over 30 days. The researchers found that Wi-Fi exposure reduced testicular function and sperm count while increasing oxidative stress and inflammatory markers, and that oral administration of Ashwagandha root extract reversed these effects by restoring antioxidant balance, reducing inflammation, and enhancing estrogen receptor alpha expression.

Male Reproductive and Cellular Damage After Prenatal 3.5 GHz Radiation Exposure: One-Year Postnatal Effects

Gelenli Dolanbay E et al. · 2025

Researchers exposed pregnant rats to 3.5 GHz radiofrequency radiation (similar to 5G frequencies) and found that their male offspring developed severe testicular damage by adulthood. The exposed rats showed reduced sperm production, increased DNA damage, and higher rates of cell death in reproductive tissues compared to unexposed controls.

Oxidative stress and testicular damage induced by chronic exposure to 35.5 GHz millimeter wave radiation in male Wistar rats

Gautam R, Jha N, Tomar AK, Nirala JP, Arora T, Rajamani P · 2025

Researchers exposed male rats to 35.5 GHz millimeter waves (5G frequency) for 2 hours daily over 60 days. The radiation significantly reduced sperm count and viability while increasing DNA damage and oxidative stress in testicular tissue. This study adds to growing evidence that 5G frequencies may harm male fertility through cellular damage mechanisms.

Short-term exposure of 2.4 GHz electromagnetic radiation on cellular ROS generation and apoptosis in SH-SY5Y cell line and impact on developing chick embryo brain tissue

Unknown authors · 2025

Researchers exposed developing chick embryos and human brain cells to 2.4 GHz radiation (the same frequency used by WiFi and Bluetooth) for 4 hours daily over 5 days. The study found that this short-term exposure increased oxidative stress and triggered early signs of cell death in brain tissue, though antioxidants helped reduce these harmful effects.

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