Abstract

Overview

The SPUTNIC study explores the short-term implications of electromagnetic fields (RF-EMF) from mobile phones on cognitive performance, health-related quality of life, and sleep.

Introduction

This research investigates the correlations between mobile phone radiation and various aspects of human health including cognition, life quality and sleep aspects, where existing literature has shown gaps.

Methods

• Participants logged their daily exposure to RF-EMF created by devices.
• Assessment areas included cognitive performance through games, health-related quality on a Likert scale, and sleep tracking.
• Data analysis was conducted using mixed models to understand impacts.

Findings

Results showed an increase in stress associated with mobile screen use. However, no significant links were observed between RF-EMF and cognitive performance or sleep quality

Discussion

The consistent relationship found was between increased screen time and stress levels, suggesting potential health implications. Nonetheless, the specific impacts of RF-EMFs via calls were not supported.