Cellular-standard electromagnetic fields and central nervous system function: physiological and hygienic assessment

Abstract

Electromagnetic fields (EMF) of various frequency ranges, intensities, and generation modes are currently among the most widespread factors in the industrial and environmental environments of anthropogenic origin. Currently, the number of people not directly involved in the maintenance and operation of sufficiently powerful EMF sources is increasing, but they are exposed to them during their work and everyday life. The need for an objective study of the effects of modulated EMF has become particularly significant due to the widespread use of cellular communication systems in the last decade as a source of occupational and non-occupational exposure to modulated EMF. Moreover, assessing the potential adverse effects of EMF from mobile phones themselves is of the greatest importance, as the radiation source in this case is located directly at the user's head. Numerous studies have shown that the central nervous system, as a system that quickly responds to any adverse factors in the industrial and environmental environment, is also highly sensitive to the effects of EMF. The aim of this study is to conduct a comprehensive physiological and hygienic assessment of the effects of electromagnetic fields modulated in accordance with cellular communication standards on the functional state of the central nervous system. Animal experiments revealed that at levels significantly below the thermal threshold, electromagnetic fields modulated in accordance with cellular communication standards exhibit greater biological efficacy than unmodulated ones.