Evaluating short-term exposure to Wi-Fi signals on students' reaction time, short-term memory and reasoning ability

Authors: Hosseini MA, Hosseini A, Jarideh S, Argasi H, Shekoohi-Shooli F, Zamani A, Taeb S, Haghani M

Year: 2019 Jun 28

Category: Radiation Protection

Journal: Radiat Prot Dosimetry

Institution: Shiraz University of Medical Sciences

DOI: 10.1093/rpd/ncz162

URL: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/31251356

Abstract

Overview

This study conducted by Shiraz University of Medical Sciences investigated the cognitive effects of Wi-Fi signal exposure on students. After ethical approvals and student consent, the study design employed controlled exposure sessions, followed by cognitive testing.

Findings

  • A total of 45 male and female students participated, undergoing two sessions of Wi-Fi exposure.
  • Various cognitive function tests were administered, such as those evaluating reaction time, short-term memory, and reasoning abilities.
  • Electric field strength and power density measurements were also taken.

Conclusion

The research findings indicated no significant differences in cognitive scores between exposure and sham sessions, suggesting minimal health risks associated with short-term Wi-Fi exposure based on the measured parameters. This could alleviate concerns about the impact of such exposures, though long-term effects were not addressed.

Wi-Fi exposure cognitive functions reaction time short-term memory reasoning ability electromagnetic fields health risks
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