State of knowledge on biological effects at 40-60 GHz

Authors: Yves Le Dréan, Yonis Soubere Mahamoud, Yann Le Page, Denis Habauzit, Catherine Le Quément, Maxim Zhadobov, Ronan Sauleau

Year: 2013

Category: Physique

Journal: Comptes Rendus Physique

URL: http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1631070513000480

Abstract

Overview

Millimetre waves correspond to the frequency range located between 30 and 300 GHz. They are used in various applications such as wireless telecommunications, imaging, and monitoring systems.

Applications and Therapeutic Use

Some of the frequencies in this band are employed for therapeutic purposes in Eastern Europe, indicating they have the potential to interact with the human body.

Study Objective

The primary goal of this review is to provide a comprehensive summary of existing knowledge on how millimetre waves interact with living matter.

  • Highlights of key studies and examples from the scientific literature are discussed.
  • Potential interaction mechanisms between these waves and biological systems are also explored.

Conclusion

This study underscores the need for understanding the wide-ranging effects of millimetre waves due to their increasing use in technology and therapy.

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