Browse 8,700 peer-reviewed studies on electromagnetic field health effects from 4 research libraries.
Showing 829 studies (Cell Studies)
Unknown authors · 2018
Researchers exposed cancer cells to 50 Hz electromagnetic fields combined with morphine and chemotherapy drug cisplatin, finding that EMF exposure altered DNA repair gene activity and changed how effectively the cancer drugs worked. The study suggests EMF may interfere with cellular DNA repair mechanisms and modify cancer treatment effectiveness.
Unknown authors · 2018
Researchers tested whether extremely low-frequency electromagnetic fields (5 Hz, 0.4 mT) used in medical therapy could damage human stem cells. After exposing cells to this EMF for 20 minutes, three times per week for two weeks, they found no cell death, reduced growth, or chromosome damage. This suggests therapeutic EMF at these specific parameters may be safe for cellular health.
Unknown authors · 2018
Researchers exposed human retinal pigment epithelial cells (the cells behind your retina) to 50 Hz magnetic fields at power line frequency for 8 hours daily over 3 days. While the cells remained viable, their expression of key developmental genes decreased significantly. This suggests that even 'safe' EMF levels may alter cellular function in ways we don't yet fully understand.
Unknown authors · 2018
Researchers studied how low frequency electromagnetic fields (LF-EMF) and simulated microgravity affect human stem cells developing into cartilage. They found that microgravity alone reduced the cells' ability to form cartilage, but combining it with EMF exposure helped restore this ability. The study suggests EMF may have protective effects on stem cell development under certain stressful conditions.
Unknown authors · 2018
Researchers exposed human skin cells to fluoride and static magnetic fields to study effects on antioxidant defense genes. They found that while fluoride caused oxidative stress by altering five key antioxidant genes, static magnetic field exposure normalized these harmful changes. This suggests magnetic fields may have protective effects against certain cellular damage.
Unknown authors · 2018
Chinese researchers exposed three types of brain cells (astrocytes, microglia, and neurons) to 1800 MHz radiofrequency radiation at 4.0 W/kg for an unspecified duration. While the radiation didn't cause DNA damage or inflammation, it significantly reduced microglia's ability to clean up cellular debris and stunted neuron growth by decreasing axon branching.
Unknown authors · 2018
Researchers exposed adult human skin cells to 0.15 terahertz radiation and found it caused chromosomal abnormalities without directly breaking DNA. The study revealed that terahertz waves can disrupt normal chromosome distribution during cell division, potentially leading to genetic instability.
Unknown authors · 2018
Researchers exposed human fibroblasts (connective tissue cells) to 25 GHz microwave radiation to test for genetic damage. While they found no direct DNA breaks or cell death, the radiation caused chromosome loss, a type of genetic damage that could potentially lead to cancer or other health problems.
Unknown authors · 2018
Researchers exposed human brain cells to UMTS mobile phone signals at realistic exposure levels (0.25-1.00 W/kg) and found DNA damage in glioblastoma cells, but only when the cells were deprived of serum nutrients. The damage triggered cellular repair mechanisms and disappeared quickly, suggesting mobile phone radiation can cause temporary genetic instability in stressed brain cells.
Unknown authors · 2018
Researchers tested how different surface coatings on silver nanoparticles affect their toxicity to mouse neural stem cells. They found that various coatings (including polymers and proteins) caused different levels of cell damage and uptake patterns. This research helps understand how to make safer nanoparticles for medical and consumer applications.
Unknown authors · 2018
Scientists exposed human brain cells to 1950 MHz radiofrequency radiation (similar to cell phone frequencies) for 20 hours, then treated them with a toxic chemical that damages DNA. Surprisingly, cells pre-exposed to RF showed significantly less DNA damage and better antioxidant protection compared to unexposed cells. This suggests RF exposure may trigger protective cellular responses under certain laboratory conditions.
Cichoń N, Rzeźnicka P, Bijak M, Miller E, Miller S, Saluk J. · 2018
Researchers studied 57 stroke patients who received either standard physical therapy alone or combined with extremely low frequency electromagnetic field (ELF-EMF) therapy. Patients receiving the electromagnetic field treatment showed significantly reduced oxidative stress markers in their blood and better improvements in daily activities, mental function, and depression scores compared to those getting standard therapy alone. This suggests that ELF-EMF therapy may enhance stroke rehabilitation by reducing cellular damage and improving recovery outcomes.
Cichon N et al. · 2018
Researchers studied 48 stroke patients who received either standard physical therapy alone or physical therapy plus extremely low frequency electromagnetic field (ELF-EMF) treatment. They found that patients receiving ELF-EMF therapy showed significantly increased activity in genes that produce antioxidant enzymes - the body's natural defense system against cellular damage. This suggests ELF-EMF therapy may help stroke patients recover by boosting their cells' ability to protect themselves from harmful oxidative stress.
Cichoń N et al. · 2018
Polish researchers studied whether extremely low frequency electromagnetic fields could help stroke patients recover brain function during rehabilitation. They found that patients receiving EMF therapy alongside standard rehabilitation showed significantly higher levels of brain growth factors that promote healing and scored better on cognitive and functional recovery tests. This suggests EMF therapy may enhance the brain's natural ability to rewire itself after stroke damage.
López-Furelos A et al. · 2018
Spanish researchers exposed immune cells (macrophages) to radio frequency radiation at cell phone frequencies (900 MHz and 2450 MHz) for up to 72 hours. They found that the radiation significantly impaired the cells' ability to fight infections and triggered inflammatory responses, with combined frequencies causing more damage than single frequencies. This suggests that everyday exposure to multiple wireless signals simultaneously may compromise immune function.
Gupta SK, Mesharam MK, Krishnamurthy S. · 2018
Researchers exposed rats to 2450 MHz electromagnetic radiation (the frequency used by WiFi and microwave ovens) for one hour daily over 28 days and found significant cognitive impairment. The radiation damaged brain cell powerhouses called mitochondria, triggered cell death pathways, and disrupted the brain's chemical messaging system. This suggests that chronic exposure to common wireless frequencies may harm memory and thinking abilities through multiple biological mechanisms.
Zhang J, Ding C, Meng X, Shang P · 2018
Researchers exposed bone cells to three different strengths of static magnetic fields to study how they affect osteoclast formation (cells that break down bone tissue). They found that very strong magnetic fields (16 Tesla) reduced osteoclast formation through increased nitric oxide production, while weaker fields (500 nT and 0.2 T) had the opposite effect. This suggests magnetic fields can influence bone health by altering cellular signaling pathways.
Mohammadi F, Ghanati F, Sharifi M, Chashmi NA · 2018
Researchers exposed tobacco plant cells to weak static magnetic fields (0.2 millitesla) for 24 hours and found the magnetic field disrupted the cells' normal cycle of growth and division. The exposure triggered a cascade of cellular stress responses, including increased production of reactive molecules and changes in key proteins that control when cells divide. This demonstrates that even relatively weak magnetic fields can interfere with fundamental cellular processes.
Mahmoudinasab H, Saadat M. · 2018
Researchers exposed human brain cells (neuroblastoma cells) to 50 Hz electromagnetic fields at 0.5 mT for different time patterns and measured changes in antioxidant gene expression. They found that EMF exposure altered the activity of genes responsible for protecting cells from damage, with different exposure patterns producing different effects. This suggests that even brief EMF exposures can disrupt the cellular machinery that defends against oxidative stress.
Mahmoudinasab H, Saadat M. · 2018
Scientists tested whether 50 Hz magnetic fields affect how cancer drugs work on different cell types. The magnetic field protected nerve cells from chemotherapy toxicity by boosting antioxidants, but didn't protect breast cancer cells. This shows EMF can alter medical treatment effectiveness differently across cell types.
Hajipour Verdom B, Abdolmaleki P, Behmanesh M. · 2018
Researchers studied how static magnetic fields affect cancer treatment with doxorubicin (a common chemotherapy drug). They found that magnetic fields at 10 millitesla enhanced the drug's cancer-killing effects by increasing harmful molecules called reactive oxygen species (ROS) in cancer cells. This could potentially allow doctors to use lower doses of chemotherapy while maintaining effectiveness, reducing side effects for patients.
Consales C et al. · 2018
Researchers exposed brain cells to 50 Hz magnetic fields from power lines and found the fields altered protective gene activity and increased production of a protein linked to Parkinson's disease, suggesting power line frequencies may interfere with the brain's natural cellular defenses.
Coballase-Urrutia E et al. · 2018
Researchers exposed stressed laboratory animals to weak static magnetic fields (0.8 mT) for varying durations over 5 days and measured markers of cellular damage called oxidative stress. They found that magnetic field exposure significantly reduced harmful oxidative stress markers while boosting the body's natural antioxidant defenses. The protective effects were time-dependent, suggesting that controlled magnetic field exposure might help the body cope with stress-related cellular damage.
Unknown authors · 2017
Researchers exposed mouse brain cells to pulsed electromagnetic fields (PEMF) and found the treatment protected cells from glutamate damage, a process linked to neurological diseases like Alzheimer's and stroke. The protection worked by activating the brain's natural endocannabinoid system, the same pathway that cannabis affects. This suggests PEMF therapy could potentially help treat neurodegenerative conditions.
Unknown authors · 2017
Researchers exposed breast cancer cells and brain cells to 50 Hz electromagnetic fields combined with chemotherapy drugs cisplatin and bleomycin. The EMF exposure made breast cancer cells more vulnerable to the treatment, while brain cells remained protected. This suggests power line frequency EMF might help target cancer while sparing healthy neurons.