Comparative Analysis of Electric Field Strength, Magnetic Field Strength and Power Density around the Cell Phone Towers of Varying Characteristics with a Proposed Classification Facilitating Research on Human Population

Authors: Baliah J, Subramanian B, Livingstone D, Kanwal B, Zaman MU, Srivastava KC, Abutayyem H, Al-Johani K, David AP, Shrivastava D, Alam MK

Year: 2022

Category: Environmental Health

Journal: International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health

Institution: International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health

DOI: 10.3390/ijerph192114157

URL: https://www.mdpi.com/1660-4601/19/21/14157

Abstract

Overview

The research investigates the varying electromagnetic field (EMF) radiation from cell phone towers and its impact on public health. The study highlights the necessity for a standardized method to assess radiation exposure due to the distinct characteristics of each tower.

Findings

  • Introduction to power density (PD)-based classification to aid research involving human biological samples.
  • Detailed measurement of electric field strength (EF), magnetic field strength (MF), and power density (PD) around cell phone towers with differing antenna counts at distances of 50 m and 100 m.
  • Statistically significant variations noted in MF and PD based on antenna count and proximity to the towers.

Conclusion

The study emphasizes the importance of a PD-based classification over mere distance metrics for conducting human health-related EMF studies. This approach allows for a more accurate assessment of the true effects of EMF radiation stemming from cell phone towers.

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