Magnetic Fields Trump Oxygen in Controlling the Death of Erythro-Leukemia Cells

Authors: Li Y, Héroux P.

Year: 6 December 2019

Category: Biological Sciences

Journal: Applied Sciences

URL: https://www.mdpi.com/2076-3417/9/24/5318

Abstract

Overview

The advent of expanded power and telecommunications systems has birthed a new electromagnetic environment surrounding us daily. This study investigates how this environment might influence the death rate of human cancer cells compared to a pre-industrial electromagnetic backdrop.

Methodology

Comparing two distinct environments:

  • Zero Field: Simulating pre-industrial conditions using steel shields to divert electromagnetic fields.
  • Incubator Field: Representing current human exposures, generated by a cell incubator.

Experimental Design

Cancer cells were exposed to variations in magnetic fields and oxygen levels, categorized into:

  • Necrotic
  • Early apoptotic
  • Late apoptotic
16 different situations or "Transitions" were studied reflecting likely human body conditions.

Findings

Key findings suggest that:

  • Magnetic fields significantly influence cell death more effectively than oxygen levels.
  • Different death mechanisms are induced by these fields.

Conclusion

The dominance of magnetic fields over oxygen in controlling cell death underscores its potential health implications on chronic human ailments such as cancer, neurological diseases, and diabetes. This revelation poses essential considerations for in vitro experiments and public health policies.

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