Electromagnetic Fields and Biological Effects

Metabolic-State-Dependent Magnetic Field Effects on Endogenous Flavin Autofluorescence in Escherichia coli

This study shows that magnetic fields affect flavin autofluorescence in E. coli, with the effect depending on metabolic state and suppressed by carbon sources.

Absence of the Earths magnetic field activates stress-related brain circuits in a mammal

The study identifies stress-related brain circuits activated by the absence of Earth's magnetic field in mole-rats using a novel imaging pipeline.

Compass orientation of a migratory mammal in total darkness

This study shows migratory bats can orient in total darkness without light, challenging the idea that a light-dependent compass is necessary for magnetic navigation in mammals.

Light-independent and pulsing-sensitive magnetic compass responses in planarians

This study shows planarians have a light-independent magnetic compass that can be disrupted by magnetic pulses, suggesting a magnetite-based mechanism.

Applying advanced circular statistics: magnetic orientation of green toad larvae

This study uses mixed-effects models to analyze magnetic orientation in green toad larvae, finding directional responses influenced by trained magnetic, untrained magnetic, and geographic factors.

Experimental platform to study the neuronal mechanisms of magnetoreception in the honey bee.

This paper develops an experimental platform to study magnetoreception in honey bees using two-photon calcium imaging and magnetic stimulation to test the radical pair mechanism.

Evaluation of Neuronal Activation Thresholds for Low-Frequency Electromagnetic Exposure Using Morphologically Realistic Neuron Models

This study evaluates neuronal activation thresholds for low-frequency electromagnetic exposure using realistic neuron models and finds thresholds vary by cell type and anatomy, remaining conservative compared to exposure limits.

Magnetic Fields Improves the Cellular function in Hyperglycaemia

The paper shows that a 70 mT static magnetic field restores mitochondrial function and reverses hyperglycaemia-induced cellular damage in C. elegans.

Differential Transcription of Escherichia Coli K-12 Genes Under Hypomagnetic and Geomagnetic Conditions

This study examines how Escherichia coli K-12 responds to hypomagnetic versus geomagnetic conditions through RNA sequencing, identifying 81 differentially expressed genes linked to metabolic changes.

A candidate electromagnetic channel for coordination between physicallyseparated Drosophila

This paper shows that physically separated Drosophila coordinate movements through a near-field magnetic radiofrequency channel, with coordination dependent on the material of the housing.

Magnetosensitivity of amphibian morphological pigmentation is light- and eye-dependent and consistent with the radical pair mechanism

The paper shows weak magnetic fields affect Xenopus laevis tadpole pigmentation in a light- and eye-dependent manner consistent with the radical pair mechanism.

Magnetic compass orientation behaviour of Eurasian blackcaps at the predicted 110-120 MHz upper cut-off frequency for radiofrequency-field effects

This study tests if 110-120 MHz RF fields affect magnetic orientation in Eurasian blackcaps, finding reduced but not eliminated orientation capability in the altered magnetic field condition.

Verification of radical pair mechanism predictions for weak magnetic field effects on superoxide in planarians

The paper tests a quantum model's predictions about weak magnetic field effects on superoxide in planarians, confirming the model's predictions for lower and higher fields.

Crosstalk Between Calcium Dynamics and ROS Levels in U87 Glioblastoma Cells Exposed to Extremely Low Frequency Pulsed Electromagnetic Fields

This study investigates how ELF-PEMF exposure affects calcium dynamics and ROS levels in U87 glioblastoma cells, finding ROS elevation and mitochondrial involvement as early responses.

Geomagnetic and visual cues guide seasonal migratory orientation in the nocturnal fall armyworm, the worlds most invasive insect

This study shows that fall armyworms use both geomagnetic and visual cues for migratory orientation, with visual cues being essential for magnetic navigation and flight stability.

Escherichia coli K12 exhibits a ~50% longer lag phase, but no difference in log phase growth rate, under hypomagnetic conditions (19 nT)

This study shows that E. coli K12 has a longer lag phase but similar log-phase growth rate under hypomagnetic (19 nT) compared to geomagnetic conditions.

Effects of a single-session high-frequency repetitive magnetic stimulation on the autophagy marker LC3 and on LPS-induced inflammation in THP-1-derived macrophages

This study examines how high-frequency repetitive magnetic stimulation affects autophagy and inflammation in THP-1-derived macrophages, showing reduced LC3-II and pro-inflammatory cytokines.

Magnetic field-induced ER stress reprograms the tumor microenvironment to improve triple-negative breast cancer survival

Asha therapy induces ER stress in tumor cells, reprograms the tumor microenvironment, and improves survival in triple-negative breast cancer models.

Sex-Specific Vulnerability to Radiofrequency Electromagnetic Radiation-Induced Reproductive and Neurological Impairment in Mice

This study examines sex-specific effects of 3.2 GHz EMR on mice, finding male reproductive impairments and female neurobehavioral deficits with associated biomarkers.

The Role of Magnetic and Celestial Cues in Orientation and Navigation of Red Underwing (Catocala nupta), a European Migratory Moth

This study investigates orientation mechanisms in red underwing moths using virtual magnetic displacement and simulated overcast conditions, finding no magnetic map but a stellar compass.

Magnetic sensitivity of cryptochrome 4a in domesticated quail with migratory origins

This study investigates the magnetic properties of CRY4a in Japanese quail, showing similarities to robin CRY4a, suggesting quail as a potential model for studying magnetoreception in migratory birds.

The magnetic field-dependent fluorescence of MagLOV2 in live bacterial cells is consistent with the radical pair mechanism

The paper measures the magnetic field-dependent fluorescence of MagLOV2 in E. coli and finds non-monotonic behavior consistent with the radical pair mechanism.

A Charge-reversal Point Mutation Completely Depletes Flavin Chromophore from European Robin Cryptochrome 4a Protein

This paper shows that a charge-reversal mutation at position 356 in European robin Cry4a protein eliminates FAD binding, indicating electrostatic interactions are critical for FAD binding in this protein.

Directionality range in Emlen funnels

The paper analyzes Emlen funnel data to determine orientation ranges and provides guidance for improving experimental design and sample size calculations in magnetic orientation studies.

Accurate evaluation of neural sensitivity to weak alternating electric fields requires protocols accounting for input dependence

The paper shows that neuronal sensitivity to weak alternating electric fields depends on input type and statistics, challenging the reliability of simple current clamp protocols.

1.4 GHz amplitude-modulated radiofrequency electromagnetic waves effects on neural cultures

This study examines the effects of 1.4 GHz amplitude-modulated RF-EMF on neuronal cultures, finding inconsistent phase entrainment and reduced neuronal activity compared to sinusoidal stimulation.

Human Skin Model from 15 GHz to 110 GHz

This paper develops dispersive dielectric models for skin reflection and absorption across 15-110 GHz frequencies to ensure compliance with electromagnetic safety standards for wireless devices.

How the Drosophila Cryptochrome C-terminus mediates magnetosensitivity

This study identifies FAD binding by the C-terminus of Drosophila CRY as essential for magnetosensitivity, explaining non-canonical magnetosensitivity observations.

High-frequency, low-intensity pulsed electric field and N-acetylcysteine synergistically protect SH-SY5Y cells against hydrogen peroxide-induced cell damage in vitro

This study shows that combining NAC with H-LIPEF reduces oxidative stress and improves cell viability in SH-SY5Y cells exposed to H2O2.

Magnetic Fields Influence Visual Responses in Mice

This study shows magnetic fields affect c-Fos expression in mouse retinas and influence exploratory behavior and circadian rhythms, suggesting a retinal response to magnetic fields in mammals.