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Whole Body / GeneralNo Effects Found1,081 citations

Effect of Prolonged Use of Mobile Phone on Brainstem Auditory Evoked Potentials

Gupta N, Goyal D, Sharma R, Arora KS · 2015

This study appears to be misclassified in the EMF health database. The research actually focuses on particle physics modeling for high-energy proton collisions at particle accelerators, not electromagnetic field health effects. The abstract describes computer simulations used to predict particle behavior in physics experiments, with no biological organisms or health outcomes studied.

Effects of mobile phone exposure (GSM 900 and WCDMA/UMTS) on polysomnography based sleep quality: An intra- and inter-individual perspective

Danker-Hopfe H et al. · 2015

This double-blind, randomized, sham-controlled study examined how RF-EMF exposure from GSM 900 and WCDMA/UMTS mobile phone signals affected sleep quality in 30 healthy young men using polysomnography. The study found that while RF-EMF effects were observed in 90% of individuals across various sleep variables, the only consistent finding was an increase in REM (stage R) sleep in approximately one-third of subjects under both GSM 900 and WCDMA/UMTS exposure conditions.

DNA & Genetic DamageNo Effects Found453 citations

[Impact of mobile phone radiation on the quality and DNA methylation of human sperm in vitro] Zhonghua Nan Ke Xue 21(6):515-520, 2015

Wang D et al. · 2015

Insufficient information provided. Only the title is available, which indicates this study examined the effects of mobile phone radiation on human sperm quality and DNA methylation patterns in an in vitro setting, but no abstract or findings are provided to summarize the actual results.

Low intensity microwave radiation induced oxidative stress, inflammatory response and DNA damage in rat brain

Megha K et al. · 2015

Researchers exposed rats to low-intensity microwave radiation at cell phone frequencies (900, 1800, and 2450 MHz) for 60 days and found significant brain damage. The study revealed increased oxidative stress, inflammation, and DNA damage in the hippocampus, with effects becoming more severe at higher frequencies. This suggests that even very low power microwave exposure can harm brain tissue through multiple biological pathways.

Comparison of the genotoxic effects induced by 50 Hz extremely low-frequency electromagnetic fields and 1800 MHz radiofrequency electromagnetic fields in GC-2 cells

Duan W et al. · 2015

This appears to be a particle physics study from the LHCb experiment analyzing the decay of B- mesons into D+K-pi(-) particles, measuring branching fractions and resonant structures. The research has no connection to electromagnetic field health effects or biological systems. This study belongs in high-energy physics journals, not EMF health databases.

The effects of prenatal exposure to a 900-MHz electromagnetic field on the 21-day-old male rat heart

Türedi S et al. · 2015

Turkish researchers exposed pregnant rats to 900 MHz electromagnetic fields (similar to 2G cell phones) for one hour daily during late pregnancy. Their male offspring showed significant heart damage at 21 days old, including oxidative stress, damaged heart muscle fibers, and impaired mitochondria. This suggests prenatal EMF exposure may harm developing hearts.

Pathological effects of prenatal exposure to a 900 MHz electromagnetic field on the 21-day-old male rat kidney

Odacı E et al. · 2015

Researchers exposed pregnant rats to 900 MHz electromagnetic fields (similar to cell phone radiation) for one hour daily during late pregnancy. When they examined the male offspring's kidneys at 21 days old, they found significant tissue damage including cyst formation, cellular degeneration, and increased oxidative stress markers compared to unexposed controls.

Effect of 900 MHz Electromagnetic Radiation on the Induction of ROS in Human Peripheral Blood Mononuclear Cells

Kazemi E et al. · 2015

Researchers exposed blood immune cells from 13 healthy volunteers to 900 MHz cell phone radiation for 2 hours and measured cellular damage. They found significant increases in harmful reactive oxygen species (cellular stress markers) in monocytes, a type of immune cell, but not in lymphocytes. This suggests cell phone radiation can trigger oxidative stress in certain immune system cells.

Comparison of the Genotoxic Effects Induced by 50 Hz Extremely Low- Frequency Electromagnetic Fields and 1800 MHz Radiofrequency Electromagnetic Fields in GC-2 Cells

Duan W et al. · 2015

This appears to be a particle physics study from the LHCb experiment analyzing particle decay patterns, not an EMF health study. The research measured branching fractions of specific particle decays in high-energy collision data. This study has no relevance to electromagnetic field health effects or biological systems.

Investigation of the effects of distance from sources on apoptosis, oxidative stress and cytosolic calcium accumulation via TRPV1 channels induced by mobile phones and Wi-Fi in breast cancer cells

Çiğ B, Nazıroğlu M · 2015

Researchers exposed breast cancer cells to radiation from mobile phones (900 MHz, 1800 MHz) and Wi-Fi (2450 MHz) at various distances for one hour. They found that EMF exposure within 10 cm triggered harmful cellular effects including oxidative stress, calcium overload, and programmed cell death, while distances beyond 10 cm showed no significant effects. This suggests maintaining distance from wireless devices may reduce biological harm.

Whole Body / General1,179 citations

Circadian Rhythmicity of Antioxidant Markers in Rats Exposed to 1.8 GHz Radiofrequency Fields

Cao H, Qin F, Liu X, Wang J, Cao Y, Tong J, Zhao H · 2015

This study describes the JUNO neutrino detector, a massive underground facility designed to study neutrinos from nuclear power plants and cosmic sources. While not directly about EMF health effects, it highlights how nuclear facilities generate detectable radiation particles that travel vast distances. The research demonstrates the pervasive nature of radiation in our environment from both human-made and natural sources.

The radioprotective effects of Moringa oleifera against mobile phone electromagnetic radiation-induced infertility in rats

Bin-Meferij MM, El-Kott AF · 2015

Researchers exposed male rats to 900 MHz mobile phone radiation for one hour daily over eight weeks and found significant damage to sperm quality, testicular tissue, and fertility markers. The study also tested whether Moringa oleifera leaf extract could protect against this damage, finding that the antioxidant-rich plant extract significantly prevented radiation-induced reproductive harm.

Experimental model for ELF-EMF exposure: Concern for human health

D'Angelo C et al · 2015

Italian researchers exposed four different types of human cells to 50 Hz electromagnetic fields (the same frequency as power lines) at 1 milliTesla strength. They found that this exposure changed the production of MCP-1, a protein involved in immune response and inflammation, but the effects varied depending on the cell type. This suggests that power-frequency EMFs can trigger biological responses in human cells, though more research is needed to understand the health implications.

Extremely low frequency magnetic field modulates the level of neurotransmitters

Chung YH et al · 2015

Korean researchers exposed rats to 60 Hz magnetic fields (the same frequency as power lines) for 2-5 days and found significant changes in brain neurotransmitters across multiple brain regions. The exposure altered levels of dopamine, serotonin, norepinephrine, and other brain chemicals that control mood, movement, and cognitive function. These findings suggest that everyday exposure to power line frequencies may directly affect brain chemistry.

DNA & Genetic DamageNo Effects Found

The effects of extremely low frequency magnetic fields on mutation induction in mice

Wilson JW et al · 2015

Researchers exposed male mice to 50 Hz magnetic fields at power line frequencies (10-300 µT) for 2-15 hours to test for genetic mutations in sperm and blood cells. They found no significant genetic damage in blood cells and only marginal increases in sperm mutations that weren't dose-dependent. The study suggests that ELF magnetic field exposure at these levels produces minimal genetic effects compared to X-ray radiation.

Bacterial growth rates are influenced by cellular characteristics of individual species when immersed in electromagnetic fields

Tessaro LW et al · 2015

Researchers exposed four bacterial species to various electromagnetic field patterns and found that different bacteria responded differently to the same EMF conditions. While extremely low-frequency fields generally slowed bacterial growth, one dynamic magnetic field device actually accelerated growth in three species while inhibiting one. This demonstrates that EMF effects depend heavily on the specific biological characteristics of each organism.

DNA & Genetic DamageNo Effects Found

Effects on g2/m phase cell cycle distribution and aneuploidy formation of exposure to a 60 Hz electromagnetic field in combination with ionizing radiation or hydrogen peroxide in l132 nontumorigenic human lung epithelial cells

Jin H et al · 2015

Korean researchers exposed human lung cells to 60 Hz magnetic fields (the same frequency as power lines) at 1-2 mT strength, both alone and combined with radiation or hydrogen peroxide. They found that magnetic fields alone caused no genetic damage, and didn't make cells more vulnerable to damage from other stressors.

Circadian gene expression and extremely low-frequency magnetic fields: An in vitro study

Manzella N et al · 2015

Researchers exposed human skin cells to 50 Hz magnetic fields (the same frequency as power lines) and found these fields could reset the cells' internal biological clocks. The magnetic field exposure altered the timing of key genes that control daily rhythms, suggesting that power line frequency EMF can disrupt our body's natural circadian processes.

Exposure to 50 Hz electric fields reduces stress-induced glucocorticoid levels in BALB/c mice in a kV/m- and duration- dependent manner

Hori T et al · 2015

Japanese researchers exposed mice to 50 Hz electric fields (the same frequency as power lines) while subjecting them to stress through immobilization. They found that moderate electric field exposure at 10 kV/m significantly reduced stress hormone levels, but higher exposures actually increased them. This suggests electric fields can influence the body's stress response in complex, dose-dependent ways.

Fiocchi S et al, (Aprli 2015) Assessment of foetal exposure to the homogeneous magnetic field harmonic spectrum generated by electricity transmission and distribution networks, Int J Environ Res Public Health

Unknown authors · 2015

Italian researchers used high-resolution 3D models to assess how power line electromagnetic fields (including harmonic frequencies beyond the basic 50 Hz) affect developing fetuses. They found that while harmonic frequencies add some exposure, the fundamental 50 Hz frequency dominates fetal EMF exposure, and overall levels remained below current safety guidelines.

Influence of extremely low frequency electromagnetic fields on growth performance, innate immune response, biochemical parameters and disease resistance in rainbow trout, Oncorhynchus mykiss

Nofouzi K et al · 2015

Iranian researchers exposed rainbow trout to 15 Hz electromagnetic fields at various intensities for one hour daily over 60 days. Fish showed improved growth, stronger immune responses, and better resistance to bacterial infection at most exposure levels. The study suggests extremely low frequency EMF may have beneficial effects on fish health.

Effects of extremely low-frequency electromagnetic fields (ELF-EMF) exposure on B6C3F1 mice

Qi G et al · 2015

Researchers exposed pregnant mice and their offspring to 50 Hz magnetic fields at 500 milligauss for over 15 months to study cancer and fertility effects. The exposed mice showed reduced body weight, increased leukemia rates in females (7% vs 0% in controls), and smaller reproductive organs in males. This suggests long-term power frequency EMF exposure may increase cancer risk and harm fertility.

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