Protective Properties of Botanical Extracts against 5G Radiation-induced Damage to Human Skin, as Demonstrated in Preliminary Data from a Keratinocyte Cell Culture Model

Authors: Havas F, Cohen M, Krispin S, Attia-Vigneau J

Year: 2024

Category: Cell Biology, Electromagnetic Field Safety

Journal: Front. Biosci. (Landmark Ed)

DOI: 10.31083/j.fbl2901031

URL: https://doi.org/10.31083/j.fbl2901031

Abstract

Overview

Next-generation 5G communication technology incorporates 3-100 GHz wireless bands, increasing the radiation energy exposed to population centers. The shorter range of these frequencies requires numerous, closer emitters, resulting in heightened electromagnetic energy exposure for users.

There is public and scientific concern about the possible health risks from this exposure, as 5G radiation has been shown to impact immune function, trigger inflammation, and alter gene expression for protein folding, oxidative stress, and tissue turnover. This study explores protective botanical extracts that may mitigate 5G-induced skin damage, utilizing a cell culture model of human keratinocytes.

Methods

  • Human epidermal keratinocytes were irradiated at 6 GHz.
  • Key markers were assessed: Interleukin1-a (IL1-a), TIMP metallopeptidase inhibitor 1 (TIMP1), Angiopoietin-like protein 4 (ANGPLT4), and S100 calcium-binding protein A9 (S100A9).
  • Experimental assessments used ELISA and immunostaining techniques.
  • Botanical extracts were tested for their ability to mitigate 5G-induced biochemical changes.

Findings

  • Even after only 1 hour of 5G exposure, keratinocytes showed:
    • Increased inflammatory cytokine IL1-a
    • Reduced collagenase inhibitor TIMP1
    • Increased wound healing/differentiation facilitator ANGPLT4
    • Increased S100A9, related to immune recruitment
  • Certain botanical extracts showed protective effects, notably reducing the 5G-induced increase in IL1-a. These effects are possibly linked to anti-inflammatory and antioxidant compounds in the extracts.

Conclusion

This preliminary study provides evidence of clear cellular effects from 5G irradiation, signifying injury and damage responses in human skin cells. Importantly, botanical extracts may offer protection against these negative effects, indicating potential for their use in protective skincare formulations for users exposed to 5G technology.

5G electromagnetic fields EMF human skin botanical extracts keratinocytes inflammation
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