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Extremely low frequency-pulsed electromagnetic fields affect proangiogenic-related gene expression in retinal pigment epithelial cells

Oladnabi M, Bagheri A, Kanavi MR, Azadmehr A, Kianmehr A · 2019

Researchers exposed retinal pigment epithelial cells (crucial for eye health) to 50 Hz electromagnetic fields for three days. While cell survival wasn't affected, the EMF exposure significantly increased expression of genes that promote blood vessel formation, which could contribute to eye diseases involving abnormal blood vessel growth.

Effect of sinusoidal and pulsed magnetic field exposure on the chronological aging and cellular stability of S

Mercado-Sáenz S et al. · 2019

Researchers exposed yeast cells to two types of magnetic fields - continuous 50 Hz fields and pulsed 25 Hz fields - for 40 days to study aging effects. The pulsed magnetic field exposure accelerated cellular aging and altered genetic stability, while the continuous field showed no such effects. This suggests that the timing pattern of EMF exposure, not just frequency, may determine biological impact.

The effects of extremely low- frequency electromagnetic fields on c-Maf, STAT6, and RORα expressions in spleen and thymus of rat

Mahaki H, Jabarivasal N, Sardarian K, Zamani A · 2019

Researchers exposed rats to 50 Hz electromagnetic fields at various intensities for 60 days and found that low-level exposures (1-100 µT) significantly reduced the expression of immune-regulating genes in the spleen. The thymus showed no significant changes, suggesting organ-specific effects from power line frequency EMF exposure.

Static magnetic field regulates Arabidopsis root growth via auxin signaling

Jin Y et al. · 2019

This study investigated how static magnetic fields (SMF) affect root growth in Arabidopsis seedlings at different intensities and orientations. The researchers found that 600 mT magnetic fields aligned parallel to gravity (N0) enhanced root growth through increased cell division and auxin signaling, involving the PIN3 and AUX1 genes, while this effect was absent in corresponding mutants.

Mechanistically, HiSMF markedly blocked the expression of osteoclast-associated transcription factors and osteoclast marker genes and inhibited iron absorption and iron storage-related protein expression

Dong D et al. · 2019

Researchers exposed bone cells to an extremely powerful 16 Tesla magnetic field (about 320,000 times stronger than Earth's magnetic field) and found it prevented the formation of osteoclasts, cells that break down bone tissue. The magnetic field worked by disrupting iron metabolism within the cells, which is essential for normal bone cell function.

Human Gingival Fibroblasts Exposed to Extremely Low-Frequency Electromagnetic Fields: In Vitro Model of Wound-Healing Improvement

Costantini E et al. · 2019

Researchers exposed human gum tissue cells to extremely low-frequency electromagnetic fields at 1 mT strength to study wound healing. Both sinusoidal and pulsed EMF exposures accelerated the healing process by triggering beneficial inflammatory responses and increasing cell movement and metabolism. The study suggests these fields could offer a non-invasive treatment option for wound repair.

Evaluation of the effects of extremely low frequency electromagnetic field on the levels of some inflammatory cytokines in post-stroke patients

Cichon N et al. · 2019

Researchers studied stroke patients receiving extremely low frequency electromagnetic field treatment alongside standard physical therapy. They found that EMF exposure increased levels of certain inflammatory molecules in the blood, particularly IL-1β and IL-2. The authors suggest these changes might actually help protect brain cells during recovery.

DNA damage from long-term occupational exposure to extremely low frequency electromagnetic fields among power plant workers

Bagheri Hosseinabadi M et al. · 2019

Researchers studied 102 thermal power plant workers exposed to extremely low frequency electromagnetic fields and compared their blood samples to 136 unexposed workers. The exposed workers showed significantly higher levels of DNA damage measured through specialized laboratory tests. The study suggests that long-term workplace exposure to power line frequencies may cause genetic damage in human cells.

Effects of a hypomagnetic field on DNA methylation during the differentiation of embryonic stem cells

Baek S, Choi H, Park H, Cho B, Kim S, Kim J · 2019

This study examined how hypomagnetic fields (HMFs) affect embryonic stem cell differentiation in rodents, focusing on epigenetic changes. The researchers found that HMF conditions impaired differentiation capacity and caused abnormal DNA methylation patterns by disrupting the expression of DNA methyltransferase3b (Dnmt3b), leading to incomplete methylation during cell fate determination.

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Exposure to a 50 Hz magnetic field at 100 μT exerts no DNA damage in cardiomyocytes

(VT, VO, AE, LE · 2019

This 2019 study appears to contain corrupted or incomplete data, with the abstract consisting entirely of bacterial protein sequences and calcium binding site information rather than EMF research findings. The study metadata indicates no measurable effects were found, but without proper methodology or results sections, the research cannot be properly evaluated or its conclusions verified.

Protective effects of luteolin on rat testis following exposure to 900 MHz electromagnetic field

Yahyazadeh A, Altunkaynak BZ · 2019

Researchers exposed rats to 900 MHz electromagnetic fields (similar to cell phone radiation) and found significant damage to testicular tissue, including reduced sperm production cells and lower testosterone levels. However, when rats were given the antioxidant luteolin alongside EMF exposure, most of the harmful effects were prevented or reduced.

Prenatal Effects of a 1,800-MHz Electromagnetic Field on Rat Livers

Tumkaya L et al. · 2019

Researchers exposed pregnant rats to 1,800-MHz electromagnetic fields (cell phone frequency) for different durations daily throughout pregnancy. When the offspring reached 60 days old, their livers showed significant damage including increased oxidative stress, reduced antioxidants, elevated liver enzymes, and cellular degeneration. This study demonstrates that EMF exposure during pregnancy can cause lasting liver damage that persists into the offspring's adult life.

Associations of Maternal Cell-Phone Use During Pregnancy With Pregnancy Duration and Fetal Growth in 4 Birth Cohorts

Unknown authors · 2019

Researchers analyzed 55,507 pregnant women across four countries to examine whether maternal cell phone use affects pregnancy outcomes. They found that moderate to heavy cell phone use during pregnancy was associated with shorter pregnancy duration and increased risk of preterm birth. The study found no effects on birth weight or fetal growth measures.

The protective role of spermine against male reproductive aberrations induced by exposure to electromagnetic field - An experimental investigation in the rat

Shahin NN, El-Nabarawy NA, Gouda AS, Mégarbane B · 2019

Researchers exposed male rats to 900 MHz electromagnetic fields (similar to cell phone frequencies) for 2 hours daily over 8 weeks and found significant damage to sperm quality, hormone levels, and testicular function. However, when rats were given spermine (a naturally occurring compound), it protected against most of the EMF-induced reproductive damage. This suggests that certain protective compounds might help counteract EMF effects on male fertility.

Effects of radiofrequency electromagnetic radiation (RF-EMF) on honey bee queen development and mating success

Odemer R, Odemer F · 2019

German researchers exposed honey bee queen larvae to 900 MHz mobile phone radiation (the same frequency used by GSM cell phones) for 14 days during their development. They found that cell phone radiation significantly reduced the hatching rate of queen bees, though those that did survive showed normal mating success and colony development. This study provides evidence that everyday mobile phone radiation can disrupt critical developmental stages in pollinators.

Early-Life Exposure to Pulsed LTE Radiofrequency Fields Causes Persistent Changes in Activity and Behavior in C57BL/6 J Mice

Broom KA, Findlay R, Addison DS, Goiceanu C, Sienkiewicz Z · 2019

Researchers exposed pregnant mice and their offspring to LTE cell phone signals (1,846 MHz) during critical early development periods. The study found that this early-life exposure caused lasting behavioral changes that persisted into adulthood, with different effects depending on radiation intensity. This suggests that exposure to cell phone radiation during pregnancy and early childhood may have permanent consequences for behavior and brain function.

Azimzadeh M, Jelodar G

Azimzadeh M, Jelodar G · 2019

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Single-strand DNA breaks and oxidative changes in rat testes exposed to radiofrequency radiation emitted from cellular phones

Alkis MS, Akdag MZ, Dasdag S, Yegin K, Akpolat V · 2019

Researchers exposed rats to cell phone radiation at 900, 1800, and 2100 MHz frequencies for 2 hours daily over 6 months and found significant DNA damage and oxidative stress in testicular tissue. The higher frequencies (1800 and 2100 MHz) caused the most severe effects, including DNA strand breaks and reduced antioxidant defenses. This suggests prolonged cell phone use may pose reproductive health risks for men.

Investigation of the neuroprotective effects of thymoquinone on rat spinal cord exposed to 900 MHz electromagnetic field

Yahyazadeh A et al. · 2019

Turkish researchers exposed rats to 900 MHz cell phone radiation for one hour daily over 28 days and found significant damage to spinal cord motor neurons. The study also tested whether thymoquinone, a natural antioxidant compound, could protect against this damage and found it successfully prevented the neurological harm. This suggests cell phone radiation may affect the nervous system beyond just the brain.

The Effects of Mobile Phone Radiofrequency Electromagnetic Fields on β-Amyloid-Induced Oxidative Stress in Human and Rat Primary Astrocytes

Tsoy A et al. · 2019

Researchers exposed human and rat brain cells (astrocytes) to 918 MHz radiofrequency radiation - the same frequency range as mobile phones - while the cells were under stress from Alzheimer's-related toxins. The EMF exposure reduced harmful cellular damage and oxidative stress caused by these toxins. This suggests mobile phone radiation might have protective effects against Alzheimer's disease processes.

Mobile phone induced cognitive and neurochemical consequences

Sharma A, Sharma S, Shrivastava S, Singhal PK, Shukla S · 2019

This study appears to be about particle physics research involving Lambda baryonic resonances in high-energy collisions, not electromagnetic field health effects. The research measured particle production in proton-proton and proton-lead collisions at extremely high energies using the ALICE detector at CERN. This is fundamental physics research unrelated to EMF exposure or biological health impacts.

Trafficking of synaptic vesicles is changed at the hypothalamus by exposure to an 835 MHz radiofrequency electromagnetic field

Kim JH, Huh YH, Kim HR · 2019

This study examined the effects of 835 MHz radiofrequency electromagnetic field exposure (4.0 W/kg SAR, 5 hours daily for 12 weeks) on synaptic vesicle trafficking in the hypothalamus of C57BL/6 mice. The researchers found significantly decreased numbers and sizes of synaptic vesicles, reduced density of docking and fusing vesicles in active zones, and decreased expression of synapsin I/II and synaptotagmin 1, though no significant changes in body temperature, weight, or behavioral measures were observed.

Changes in pyramidal and granular neuron numbers in the rat hippocampus 7 days after exposure to a continuous 900-MHz electromagnetic field during early and mid-adolescence

Keleş Aİ, Nyengaard JR, Odacı E · 2019

Researchers exposed adolescent male rats to 900 MHz electromagnetic fields (similar to 2G cell phone frequencies) for one hour daily over 25 days. They found increased numbers of brain neurons in the hippocampus, but these neurons showed cellular damage including disrupted cytoplasm and abnormal staining patterns. This suggests EMF exposure during brain development may trigger compensatory neuron production while simultaneously causing cellular harm.

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