The Havana Syndrome and Microwave Weapons [Health Matters]

Authors: James C. Lin

Year: 11/01/2021

Category: Health Sciences

Journal: IEEE Microwave Magazine

DOI: 10.1109/MMM.2021.3102201

URL: https://ieeexplore.ieee.org/document/9557212

Abstract

Overview

The article explores mysterious attacks on U.S. personnel, often associated with the symptoms known as "Havana Syndrome." These incidents have been occurring sporadically over the last several years, causing serious health concerns among U.S. State Department staff stationed abroad.

Findings

  • Nearly 200 U.S. personnel have reported symptoms while stationed in various global hubs.
  • The symptoms include headaches and nausea which follow the exposure to loud buzzing or bursting sounds.
  • These auditory effects might be explained by the microwave auditory effect, where high power pulsed microwave radiation could mimic auditory sensations in the brain.

Conclusion

According to the research, there is strong plausibility that these symptoms are related to targeted microwave radiation attacks, challenging traditional notions of auditory perception and raising significant questions about occupational safety for diplomatic and intelligence personnel.

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