Ten gigahertz microwave radiation impairs spatial memory, enzymes activity, and histopathology of developing mice brain

Authors: Sharma A, Kesari KK, Saxena VK, Sisodia R

Year: 2017 May 3

Category: Biochemistry, Neuroscience

Journal: Mol Cell Biochem

Institution: Mol Cell Biochem

DOI: 10.1007/s11010-017-3051-8

URL: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/28470342

Abstract

Overview

The escalating concerns around the potential hazards of non-ionizing electromagnetic fields as major health pollutants heighten the relevance of this study. It delves into the impact of 10 GHz microwave radiation on the brain development of mice.

Methodology

Two-week-old mice were divided into two groups: sham-exposed and microwave-exposed.
Exposure occurred 2 hours daily for 15 consecutive days.
Post-exposure assessments were done immediately and after six weeks.

Findings

Significant results were observed in multiple domains:

Immediate weight changes post-treatment.
Altered biochemical markers such as lipid peroxidation, glutathione, and catalase immediately and at follow-up.
Statistically significant effects on spatial memory demonstrated in maze tests.
Notable histopathological alterations in key brain regions such as the hippocampus and cerebral cortex.

Conclusion

This study underscores the sensitivity of the developing mouse brain to microwave exposure, indicating potential long-term health risks in similar biological conditions influenced by electromagnetic fields.

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