Role of 2.4 GHz radiofrequency radiation emitted from Wi-Fi on some miRNA and fatty acids composition in brain

Authors: Suleyman Dasdag, Mehmet Zulkuf Akdag, Mehmet Bashan, Veysi Kizmaz, Nurten Erdal, Mehmet Emin Erdal, Mehmet Tughan Kiziltug, Korkut Yegin

Year: 2022 Apr 17

Category: Electromagnetic Biology and Medicine

Journal: Electromagn Biol Med

DOI: 10.1080/15368378.2022.2065682

URL: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35435088/

Abstract

Overview

The purpose of this study is to investigate the effects of continuous exposure to 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi radiation—commonly emitted by devices like mobile phones and computers—on brain cell health in rats.

Methodology

  • Sixteen Wistar Albino rats were divided into two groups: a sham (control) group and an exposure group.
  • The exposure group of eight rats was subjected to 2.4 GHz radiofrequency radiation (RFR) from a Wi-Fi generator 24 hours a day for one year.
  • The control group was kept under the same conditions, but with the Wi-Fi generator turned off.

Findings

The study notably observed that long-term exposure to 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi radiation could increase levels of rno-miR-181a-5p, phosphatidylserine (PS), and triacylglycerol (TAG) in the brain.

Conclusion

Continuous exposure to 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi radiation has potential health implications, affecting microRNA expressions and altering fatty acid compositions in brain cells. With the increasing ubiquity and diversity of radiofrequency radiation sources, there is a compelling need to understand their potential connection to numerous health conditions not currently associated with electromagnetic field exposure.

Wi-Fi radiofrequency radiation brain health microRNA fatty acids electromagnetic fields health risks
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