"Biological effects of non-ionizing electromagnetic fields: Two sides of a coin".


Author: Saliev T1, Begimbetova D2, Masoud AR2, Matkarimov B2

Affiliation: <sup>1</sup>Kazakh National Medical University Named After S.D. Asfendiyarov, Tole Bi Street 94, Almaty, 050000, Kazakhstan; National Laboratory Astana, Nazarbayev University, 53 Kabanbay batyr Ave., Astana, 010000, Kazakhstan. Electronic address: tim.saliev@gmail.com.

<sup>2</sup>National Laboratory Astana, Nazarbayev University, 53 Kabanbay batyr Ave., Astana, 010000, Kazakhstan.
Conference/Journal: Prog Biophys Mol Biol.
Date published: 2018 Jul 17
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  Pages: S0079-6107(18)30100-7   ,  Special Notes: doi: 10.1016/j.pbiomolbio.2018.07.009. [Epub ahead of print]   ,  Word Count: 211  
    Controversial, sensational and often contradictory scientific reports have triggered active debates over the biological effects of electromagnetic fields (EMFs) in literature and mass media the last few decades. This could lead to confusion and distraction, subsequently hampering the development of a univocal conclusion on the real hazards caused by EMFs on humans. For example, there are lots of publications indicating that EMF can induce apoptosis and DNA strand-breaks in cells. On the other hand, these effects could rather be beneficial, in that they could be effectively harnessed for treatment of various disorders, including cancer. This review discusses and analyzes the results of various in vitro, in vivo and epidemiological studies on the effects of non-ionizing EMFs on cells and organs, including the consequences of exposure to the low and high frequencies EM spectrum. Emphasis is laid on the analysis of recent data on the role of EMF in the induction of oxidative stress and DNA damage. Additionally, the impact of EMF on the reproductive system has been discussed, as well as the relationship between EM radiation and blood cancer. Apart from adverse effects, the therapeutic potential of EMFs for clinical use in different pathologies is also highlighted.



KEYWORDS: Bio-effect; Blood cancer; DNA damage; Electromagnetic field; Reproduction; Therapy



PMID: 30030071  DOI: 10.1016/j.pbiomolbio.2018.07.009