V. N. Gur'yev, S. M. Kirov · 1965
This 1965 Soviet research examined diencephalic disorders (problems with the brain region controlling hormones and basic functions) in people exposed to prolonged superhigh-frequency electromagnetic fields. The study represents early documentation of neurological effects from microwave radiation exposure in humans. While specific findings aren't available, the research focused on brain dysfunction in the diencephalon, which controls critical functions like sleep, temperature regulation, and hormone production.
Reginald G. Bickford, Benjamin D. Freming · 1965
This 1965 study tested powerful pulsed magnetic fields (20,000-30,000 gauss) on animals and human volunteers, finding they could trigger muscle contractions by inducing electrical currents in nerve tissue. The research demonstrated that extremely strong magnetic pulses can directly stimulate the nervous system through electromagnetic induction.
Verser, F.A. · 1965
This 1965 military research project aimed to measure how the human body reflects and absorbs microwave radiation, focusing on X-band frequencies used in radar systems. The researchers developed specialized glass temperature sensors to measure heating effects when biological samples were exposed to microwave energy in controlled waveguide systems. This early dosimetry work laid important groundwork for understanding how electromagnetic energy interacts with human tissue.
G. S. Antonov · 1965
Soviet researchers in 1965 studied using ultra-high frequency electromagnetic fields combined with electrophoresis to treat pustulous skin diseases caused by staphylococcal bacteria. This early research explored how radiofrequency energy could be applied therapeutically for dermatological conditions. The study represents one of the earliest documented uses of RF fields in medical treatment protocols.
S. F. Cleary, B. S. Pasternack, M. Eisenbud · 1964
This 1964 study examined microwave workers for lens changes in their eyes, investigating whether occupational microwave exposure caused cataracts or other eye damage. The research represents one of the earliest systematic investigations into microwave radiation's effects on human vision among workers regularly exposed to these frequencies.
Bruce M. Cameron, M.D. · 1964
This 1964 medical study evaluated pulsed high-frequency radio waves (Diapulse therapy) in 646 patients across three phases of research. The study examined how short-wave radio frequency pulses affected wound healing and tissue repair processes. This represents early medical research into therapeutic applications of pulsed electromagnetic fields.
Richard A. Carleton, Robert J. Koslov, John S. Graettinger · 1964
This 1964 research by Dr. Carleton examined how environmental electromagnetic fields interfere with implantable cardiac pacemakers. The study investigated interference from automobile electrical systems and medical diathermy equipment. This was pioneering work documenting electromagnetic interference with life-sustaining medical devices.
A. A. FUREDI, I. OHAD · 1964
This 1964 study examined how human red blood cells respond to high-frequency electric fields. Researchers found that young red blood cells elongate and rotate when exposed to these fields, while older cells form chains instead. This demonstrated that electromagnetic fields can physically alter blood cells in measurable ways.
Klimkova-Deutschova E · 1964
This 1964 Czechoslovakian technical report examined how radiation exposure affects human brain wave patterns measured by EEG (electroencephalogram). The research represents early documentation of electromagnetic field effects on the nervous system from behind the Iron Curtain. While specific findings aren't available, this work contributed to the growing body of evidence that radiation can alter brain function.
Bartonicek V, Klimkov E · 1964
This 1964 technical report examined biochemical changes in workers exposed to centimeter-wave microwave radiation in occupational settings. The research investigated how microwave exposure affected biological processes in humans, representing early scientific recognition that microwave radiation could produce measurable effects in exposed individuals. This work contributed to the foundational understanding of how electromagnetic fields interact with human biology.
Antonov GS · 1964
This 1964 Soviet research examined using ultra-high frequency electromagnetic fields combined with electrophoresis to treat pustular skin infections. The study investigated whether RF energy could enhance delivery of anti-staphylococcal treatments directly through the skin. This represents early medical application of electromagnetic fields for therapeutic purposes.
L. Minecki · 1964
This 1964 study examined workers exposed to microwave radiation between 500-750 MHz and found significantly higher rates of health symptoms compared to unexposed controls. The research challenged the prevailing assumption that microwaves only cause harm through heating effects, arguing that non-thermal biological effects were being overlooked in safety standards.
H. C. Sommer, H. E. von Gierke · 1964
This 1964 study examined how alternating electrostatic fields at audio frequencies can cause hearing sensations when applied to the head. Researchers found that these electromagnetic fields can mechanically stimulate the auditory system through electrostatic forces, creating sound perceptions without actual sound waves.
Dettmann J, Reuter G · 1964
This 1964 German study investigated the development of bony growths (exostoses) in the ear canal, specifically examining cases in radio operators and people with water exposure history. The research explored whether radio frequency exposure might contribute to these abnormal bone formations in the auditory canal.
William Talver Harvey, James Page Hamilton · 1964
This 1964 thesis by W.T. Harvey investigated how humans can actually hear amplitude modulated radio frequency fields, a phenomenon known as electrophonic hearing. The research explored how RF fields can create audible sensations through mechanisms potentially involving bone conduction. This early work helped establish that electromagnetic fields can directly interact with human sensory systems.
Wladyslaw Pol · 1964
This 1964 technical report investigated whether microwave radiation from radar transmitters could cause cataracts in humans. The research examined the relationship between radar exposure and eye damage, representing early scientific recognition that microwave radiation could affect human tissue. This work helped establish the foundation for understanding EMF health effects decades before cell phones existed.
Richard A. Carleton, Robert Kossman, John S. Graettinger · 1964
This 1964 study examined how environmental electromagnetic fields affected the operation of implantable cardiac pacemakers in patients with complete heart block. Researchers tested two different pacemaker brands in various electromagnetic environments that patients might encounter in daily life. The study found that environmental EMF sources could interfere with pacemaker function, marking an early recognition of EMF interference with medical devices.
J.A.J. Stolwijk, J.D. Hardy · 1964
This 1965 technical report examined how intense thermal radiation affects skin and deeper tissue temperatures in humans. The research measured temperature changes at different tissue depths during thermal radiation exposure. This early work helped establish baseline understanding of how electromagnetic energy transfers heat into human tissue.
A. A. FÜREDI, I. OHAD · 1964
This 1964 study examined how human red blood cells respond to high-frequency electric fields. Researchers found that healthy red blood cells elongate and rotate when exposed to RF fields, while older cells form chains instead. The findings demonstrate that electromagnetic fields can physically alter cell structure and behavior.
Merril Eisenbud · 1964
This 1964 study examined 736 microwave radar workers and found they had higher rates of subclinical lens changes compared to 559 controls, with the increased risk linked to microwave exposure levels. The researchers also began tracking 2,500 military cataract cases to determine if radar workers faced greater cataract risks. This was among the first large-scale studies documenting eye damage from occupational microwave exposure.
Justus F. Lehmann et al. · 1964
Researchers in 1964 studied how microwaves at 2456 MHz and 900 MHz heat human tissue, comparing effects in living human thighs versus pig tissue specimens. They found that blood flow significantly reduces heating in both deep and surface tissues, with surface areas showing more pronounced cooling effects.
Sagov S · 1964
This 1964 study examined how low-frequency electromagnetic currents affected heart rate in patients with hypersensitivity, particularly those with high blood pressure. The research explored whether these electromagnetic exposures could influence cardiovascular responses by decreasing arterial pressure. This represents early scientific investigation into how electromagnetic fields might directly impact heart function and blood pressure regulation.
L. Minecki · 1964
This 1964 Polish study examined workers exposed to microwave radiation between 200-750 MHz and found significantly higher rates of health symptoms compared to unexposed controls. The researcher argued that microwave effects go beyond simple heating, challenging the thermal-only safety standards used at the time.
Yu. A. Osipov, T. V. Kalyada · 1964
This 1964 Soviet research examined how human skin temperature changes when exposed to low-intensity microwave radiation. The study represents early scientific investigation into thermal effects of microwave exposure on biological tissue. This work helped establish the foundation for understanding how microwave energy interacts with human skin at the cellular level.
Bartonicek V, Klimkov E · 1964
This 1964 technical report examined biochemical changes in workers exposed to centimeter-wave microwave radiation in occupational settings. The research represents early documentation of biological effects from microwave exposure in humans during the Cold War era when such studies were often classified or restricted.
