No Significant Effects of Cellphone Electromagnetic Radiation on Mice Memory or Anxiety: Some Mixed Effects on Traumatic Brain Injured Mice

Abstract

Overview

Current literature presents mixed results concerning the effects of radiofrequency electromagnetic radiation (RF-EMR) on health in both humans and animal models. This study focuses on the impact of cellular radiation on memory, anxiety, and well-being in male and female mice.

Findings

• The study investigated the effects in normal and cognitively impaired mice (following mild traumatic brain injury; mTBI).
• Exposure to cellular radiation alone did not significantly alter anxiety levels or spatial/visual memory in mice.
• For mice with dual exposure to mTBI and cellular radiation:
• No differences in anxiety-like behavior were observed.
• Visual memory showed improvement, while spatial memory worsened in female mice.

Conclusion

The findings highlight the complexity of the subtle effects that cellular radiation may have on brain function, particularly when combined with other conditions like mTBI. There is an imperative need for further studies to clearly define the associated health risks.