Abstract

Overview of the Study

The research examines the impact of non-ionizing radiofrequency radiation, particularly from Wi-Fi routers, on various bacterial strains and how this influences their resistance to modern antibiotics.

Background

• Electromagnetic radiation has both thermal and non-thermal effects on different biological systems, including humans, animals, and bacteria.

Objective

The primary goal is to explore how non-ionizing radiation impacts bacteria and their antibiotic responses.

Material and Methods

In this controlled experiment, colonies of four different bacteria were exposed to Wi-Fi radiation, contrasted against unexposed control groups. Antibiotic susceptibility was assessed by measuring inhibition zones over time.

Findings

• Statistically significant alterations in antibiotic susceptibility were observed relative to strain, antibiotic type, and exposure duration.
• The most notable changes occurred after 6 and 24 hours of exposure, suggesting a time-dependent effect of radiofrequency radiation on bacteria.

Conclusion

There is a demonstrated link between the exposure to non-ionizing radiofrequency radiation from Wi-Fi and changes in bacterial antibiotic resistance. This could potentially influence current exposure guidelines and prompts further in-depth studies both in vitro and in vivo.