Effect of exposure to RF-EMF from lab simulator of 5G NR base station on physiological parameters & cognitive abilities of male rats of different ages

Abstract

Overview

In this research, the effects of radiofrequency electromagnetic field (RF-EMF) exposure from a 5G New Radio (5G NR) simulated base station on male Wistar rats of different ages were examined.

Methodology

• The experiment involved male rats categorized into three age groups: juvenile, adult, and presenile.
• Exposure parameters followed the ICNIRP guidelines with frequencies at 2.4 GHz and specific absorption rates of 0.0076 W/kg and 0.0059 W/kg across the whole body.
• Parameters such as body weight, rectal and skin surface temperatures, and Morris water maze performance were monitored, culminating in euthanasia and organ weight analysis.

Findings

No statistically significant differences were found between the experimental and control groups across the same age in any of the investigated physiological and cognitive parameters.

Conclusion

The findings suggest that chronic RF-EMF exposure from 5G NR base stations may not lead to significant changes in a range of physiological and cognitive parameters in male rats. The data supports evaluations of long-term safety exposures to RF-EMF.