Experimental Study of Animal Behavior under the Influence of the Electromagnetic Field of the 5G Mobile Communication Standard

Abstract

Overview

A pilot experimental study was carried out to assess the effect of unmodulated and modulated electromagnetic fields of the 5G mobile communication standard on the central nervous system of animals.

• Test subjects: Mature male Wistar rats
• Exposure: Electromagnetic fields at 4.9 GHz, 250 μW/cm², for 15 days, 2 hours/day
• Conditions: Semi-anechoic shielded chamber, with identical conditions for control and irradiated groups

Findings

• The effect of the electromagnetic field was evaluated through behavioral analysis in the "open field" test before and after irradiation.
• No clear differences were found between animal behavior under unmodulated and modulated 5G fields.
• However, statistically significant changes in behavior were observed in both irradiated and control groups during the experiment.
• These changes may be attributed to altered natural electromagnetic background from the use of a semi-anechoic shielded chamber.

Conclusion

🔴 This study indicates that exposure to 5G electromagnetic fields may influence animal behavior and central nervous system function, though interpretation is complicated by changes in environmental electromagnetic background. Any link to changes in health or biological function—especially with long-term exposure or changes in electromagnetic environments—should be considered significant and warrants further investigation to ensure EMF safety.