Evaluation of cognitive functions and EEG records in rats exposed to 2.45 GHz electromagnetic field

Authors: Yucel H, Dundar NO, Doguc DK, Uguz C, Celik O, Aksoy FT, Nazıroglu M, Comlekci S, Dundar B

Year: 2022

Category: Neuroscience

Journal: Int J Radiat Res

Institution: Int J Radiat Res

DOI: article-1-4460

URL: http://ijrr.com/article-1-4460-en.pdf

Abstract

Overview

The study explores how exposure to a 2.45 GHz electromagnetic field impacts cognitive functions and EEG records in young rats.

Materials and Methods

  • Twenty-one male Wistar Albino rats divided into experimental (12 rats) and control (9 rats) groups.
  • Experimental group exposed to a 2.45 GHz electromagnetic field for one hour daily for over 28 days.
  • Assessments included Morris Water Maze for cognitive tests and Western Blot for NMDA receptor analysis in hippocampal homogenates.

Findings

While most cognitive and receptor expression measures showed no significant difference:

  • Notable increase in EEG spike frequency observed in experimental group.
  • Shorter time to first EEG spike and longer time to reach a visible platform was also recorded in the exposed group.

Conclusion

Exposure to a 2.45 GHz electromagnetic field may potentially disrupt EEG, motivation, and attention in young rats. These findings raise concerns on the health risks electromagnetic fields pose, especially in young organisms.

electromagnetic field cognitive function EEG NMDA receptors rats neuroscience EMF safety
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