The effect of electromagnetic radiation in the mobile phone range on the behaviour of the rat. med./bio.

Aim of study (acc. to author)

Background/further details

Endpoint

• effects on the neurological system: learning and memory, emotional states, corticosterone levels, and brain histology

Exposure

• • mobile communications
  • mobile phone

Extended view Compact view

Methods Endpoint/measurement parameters/methodology

• endocrine changes: plasma corticosterone levels (immunoassay)
• effects on the neurological system: brain histology (cresyl violet staining; light microscopy)
• cognitive/behavioral endpoints: learning and memory (Morris water maze), emotional states, mood disturbances, and anxiety-like behaviour (open field test: locomotor activity, exploratory behaviour, grooming)

Main outcome of study (acc. to author)

Study funded by

• not stated/no funding

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