High Power Electromagnetic Waves Exposure of Healthy and Tumor Bearing Mice: Assessment of Effects on Mice Growth, Behavior, Tumor Growth, and Vessel Permeabilization

Authors: Kolosnjaj-Tabi J, Golzio M, Bellard E, Catrain A, Chretiennot T, Saurin Q, Tarayre J, Vezinet R, Rols MP

Year: 2021 Aug 7

Category: Molecular Science

Journal: Int J Mol Sci

DOI: 10.3390/ijms22168516

URL: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34445226/

Abstract

Overview

Examining the safety and biological effects of high-power electromagnetic (HPEM) waves, this study investigates their impact on both healthy and tumor-bearing mice.

Findings

  • Exposure to 1.5 GHz narrow-band electromagnetic fields with peak values of 40 kV/m did not alter growth in healthy or tumor-bearing mice, nor did it affect the growth of cutaneous murine tumors.
  • No notable behavioral changes were observed in mice exposed to narrow-band signals. However, during wide-band HPEM signal exposure, equivalent to 200 kV/m, mice exhibited behavioral responses similar to reactions to loud noises, such as seeking companions.
  • The implications on blood vessel permeability were examined through a pilot study, employing signals with an amplitude of 47.5 kV/m in wide-band signal applicators, showing no increase in vessel permeability.

Conclusion

This study underscores the potential for HPEM waves to impact living organisms, cautioning that even if some parameters show no immediate harmful effects, further in-depth studies are required to ascertain long-term safety and physiological impacts.

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