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The Systems of Radiological Protection for Ionizing and Non-Ionizing Radiation

Research RF Safe Research Library Jan 1, 2026

This article summarizes expert presentations and a panel discussion on radiological protection systems for ionizing and non-ionizing radiation at an international congress. It highlights that ionizing radiation protection is mature and continually revised, while non-ionizing radiation protection lacks a comparable international framework. The authors emphasize that emerging non-ionizing technologies create complex exposure scenarios and unresolved concerns about chronic and acute exposures, calling for a more cohesive and protective framework.

Neural Tubes, Autism, and Angel’s Fate on the 28th Day of Life

Independent Voices RF Safe Nov 23, 2025

This RF Safe article argues that a critical embryonic window during neural tube formation (around days 21–28 post-conception) may link neural tube defects and a “major subset” of autism/ADHD-like traits, and it suggests electromagnetic fields could be a contributing factor. The author connects a personal story about a child’s death from a neural tube defect with claims about chick-embryo research reporting increased neural-tube malformations under weak electromagnetic fields. The piece also references developmental biology literature to support the broader idea that early embryogenesis/neurulation can influence later neurodevelopment, while presenting a speculative bioelectric/ion-channel mechanism.

Prevalence of self-reported sensitivities to various environmental factors in Germany, Sweden, and Finland based on multiple classification criteria

Research RF Safe Research Library Jan 1, 2025

This cross-sectional survey study reports the prevalence of self-reported sensitivities to multiple environmental factors, including EMFs, in Germany, Sweden, and Finland. Mild EMF-related reactions were reported by about 10% in Germany and about 5% in Nordic samples, while strong reactions were reported by a smaller proportion. The authors highlight that prevalence estimates depend on how sensitivity is classified and recommend ordinal scales to better capture severity and improve comparability across studies.

Millimeter-wave high frequency 5G (26 GHz) electromagnetic fields do not modulate human brain electrical activity

Research RF Safe Research Library Jan 1, 2025

This randomized, triple-blind crossover study examined whether 26 GHz (5G millimeter-wave) exposure affects human EEG activity. Thirty-one healthy young adults completed real and sham 26.5-minute exposures at 2 V/m, with EEG recorded before, during, and after exposure. The study reports no significant effects of exposure on delta, theta, alpha, or beta band power across electrode clusters, providing preliminary reassurance under the tested conditions.

A Systematic Review of the Impact of Electromagnetic Waves on Living Beings

Research RF Safe Research Library Jan 1, 2025

This PRISMA-adherent systematic review searched PubMed, Scopus, and the Cochrane Library for studies (2017–2024) on physiological or behavioral responses to EMF exposure, emphasizing studies reporting harmful or concerning effects. Across 24 included studies (human non-randomized, in vitro, and animal), the review reports negative biological effects including oxidative stress, inflammation, genotoxicity, cardiovascular and fertility-related outcomes, neuronal activity changes, and plant photosynthesis impacts. The authors report that most studies had moderate to high risk of bias and therefore the overall certainty of evidence was lower, and they highlight major gaps in long-term human evidence and exposure standardization.

From particulates to pathways: environmental exposures and their impact on Alzheimer's disease

Research RF Safe Research Library Jan 1, 2025

This review discusses how environmental exposures across air, water, and soil pollutants may influence Alzheimer's disease (AD) onset and progression. It highlights EMFs as a potential aggravating factor, reporting associations with oxidative stress, inflammation, calcium dysregulation, and accelerated amyloid-beta plaque accumulation in animal and human studies. The authors emphasize risk reduction strategies and call for further research and public health interventions.

Acoustic Pressures in the Head from Pulsed Microwaves: Can They Explain the Havana Syndrome?

Research RF Safe Research Library Jan 1, 2025

This preprint discusses the microwave auditory effect, in which pulsed microwave exposure can produce perceived clicks or buzzing sensations. It considers whether acoustic pressures in the head generated by pulsed microwaves could explain health conditions such as "Havana Syndrome." The abstract emphasizes evaluating potential risks from electromagnetic field exposures but does not provide specific methods or quantitative results.

Exploring research trends in health effects of 5G antennas: a bibliometric analysis

Research RF Safe Research Library Jan 1, 2025

This paper presents a bibliometric analysis of Web of Science literature (2012–2025) on potential health effects related to 5G antennas. It reports a marked increase in publications in the past five years, with substantial attention to dosimetric metrics (SAR and power density) and their regulatory limits. The authors forecast continued growth in the field and emphasize the need for ongoing research and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on potential health risks and compliance.

A Prolonged exposure to Wi-Fi Radiation Induces Neurobehavioral Changes and Oxidative Stress in Adult Zebrafish

Research RF Safe Research Library Jan 1, 2025

This animal study exposed adult zebrafish to 2.45 GHz Wi‑Fi radiation for 4 hours daily over 30 consecutive days. The authors report neurobehavioral impairments with altered locomotion, alongside decreased acetylcholinesterase and increased brain oxidative stress. They conclude these findings indicate a safety risk and call for further mechanistic and public health research.

Microleakage of Amalgam Restorations after Exposure to Electromagnetic Fields of a Commercial Hair Dryer: An Ex-Vivo Study

Research RF Safe Research Library Jan 1, 2025

This ex-vivo experimental study tested whether electromagnetic fields from a commercial hair dryer affect microleakage of class V dental amalgam restorations in 100 extracted human teeth. Several exposure groups showed significantly higher dye-penetration microleakage scores than the unexposed control, while one exposure condition did not differ from control. The authors conclude that hair-dryer EMF exposure can increase microleakage and potentially compromise restoration integrity.

13.56 MHz RFID Module - From Application to Process Modelling and Effects on Human Health

Research RF Safe Research Library Jan 1, 2025

This paper presents an application and numerical process modelling of a 13.56 MHz RFID module, including how nearby tags/cards and their positioning affect antenna characteristics. It also considers RFID operation near human tissues and discusses potential health impacts from prolonged EMF exposure at 13.56 MHz. The authors emphasize the importance of evaluating long-term exposure risks and call for additional scientific attention.

Bus-exposure matrix, a tool to assess bus drivers' exposure to physicochemical hazards

Research RF Safe Research Library Jan 1, 2025

This paper describes the development of a Bus-Exposure Matrix (BEM) to retrospectively estimate Swiss bus drivers’ exposures to 10 physicochemical hazards, including electric and magnetic fields. Measurements in representative buses were combined with technical inventories and INLA modeling to estimate annual exposures from 1985–2022. Reported trends include increasing peak noise and electric-field exposures over time, alongside decreases in several air pollution, vibration, and noise metrics.

Electrohypersensitivity: what is belief and what is known?

Research RF Safe Research Library Jan 1, 2025

This article addresses electrohypersensitivity (EHS) in the context of public health and EMF-related health concerns. It focuses on distinguishing beliefs about EMF effects from what is currently supported by scientific evidence. The provided text notes ongoing debate and concern and calls for critical assessment of both beliefs and empirical findings.

Analyzing the Impact of Occupational Exposures on Male Fertility Indicators: A Machine Learning Approach

Research RF Safe Research Library Jan 1, 2025

This occupational epidemiology study used machine learning to evaluate whether workplace exposures (including magnetic and electric fields, vibration, noise, and heat stress) predict male reproductive indicators in 80 workers. The models and explainable AI outputs highlighted magnetic and electric field exposures and age as key predictors linked to lower free testosterone. The authors also report a 10-year forecast identifying electric field exposure as the most important long-term risk factor.

Could electrohypersensitivity be a specific form of high sensory processing sensitivity?

Research RF Safe Research Library Jan 1, 2025

This cross-sectional questionnaire study (n=100) examined whether electrohypersensitivity (EHS) overlaps with high sensory processing sensitivity (HSPS). A higher proportion of HSPS was observed among those reporting EHS symptoms, alongside significant differences in anxiety/depression symptomatology and EMF-related risk perception and avoidance strategies. The authors interpret the results as supporting an association between EHS and HSPS, while noting that this does not establish whether EM radiation directly causes EHS symptoms.

The Systematic Review on RF-EMF Exposure and Cancer by Karipidis et al. (2024) has Serious Flaws that Undermine the Validity of the Study's Conclusions

Research RF Safe Research Library Jan 1, 2024

This letter critiques the WHO-sponsored systematic review by Karipidis et al. (2024) on RF-EMF exposure and cancer risk. The authors argue the review has serious methodological and interpretative flaws, including issues with study selection and data analysis. They contend that the review’s conclusion of "no clear evidence" may be misleading and should not be used as a basis for health policy or safety guidelines.

The effects of radiofrequency exposure on male fertility: A systematic review of human observational studies with dose-response meta-analysis (SR 3)

Research RF Safe Research Library Jan 1, 2024

This systematic review and dose-response meta-analysis synthesizes human observational studies on radiofrequency EMF exposure and male fertility outcomes. It reports evidence of an association between RF exposure and poorer sperm parameters, including reduced quality, motility, and viability. The authors frame the findings as consistent with potential reproductive health risks and call for continued risk assessment and guideline development.

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