Abstract

Overview

Current literature presents contradictory results regarding the effects of radiofrequency electromagnetic radiation (RF-EMR) on health. This study assessed these effects specifically on cognitive and anxiety-related outcomes in mice.

Findings

• The study was conducted on both male and female mice, including some with mild traumatic brain injuries (mTBI).
• Main findings indicated no significant effects of cellular radiation on anxiety levels or spatial/visual memory in healthy mice.
• In contrast, the presence of mTBI showed mixed effects:
• No changes in anxiety behavior in the elevated plus maze.
• Improvement in visual memory but deterioration in spatial memory specifically in female mice exposed to both mTBI and cellular radiation.

Conclusion

The effects of cellular radiation on brain function in mice are still inconclusive, particularly under conditions of existing cognitive impairments. These findings underscore the need for continued investigation into the subtle impacts of electromagnetic fields, particularly as they might relate to exacerbated conditions post-injury.