Influence of radiofrequency–electromagnetic waves from 3rd‐generation cellular phones on fertilization and embryo development in mice

Suzuki, Satoshi; Okutsu, Miho; Suganuma, Ryota; Komiya, Hiromi; Nakatani-Enomoto, Setsu; Kobayashi, Shunsuke; Ugawa, Yoshikazu; Tateno, Hiroyuki; Fujimori, Keiya

doi:10.1002/bem.22063

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“…Finally, exposure of mouse oocytes and sperm to RF for 60 min prior to in vitro fertilization techniques had no effects on fertilization rates, blastocyst formation, and chromosomal aberration [ 185 ].…”

Section: Emf Effects On Female Reproductive System and Fertilitymentioning

confidence: 99%

Role of Mitochondria in the Oxidative Stress Induced by Electromagnetic Fields: Focus on Reproductive Systems

Santini

Cordone

Falone

et al. 2018

Oxidative Medicine and Cellular Longevity

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Modern technologies relying on wireless communication systems have brought increasing levels of electromagnetic field (EMF) exposure. This increased research interest in the effects of these radiations on human health. There is compelling evidence that EMFs affect cell physiology by altering redox-related processes. Considering the importance of redox milieu in the biological competence of oocyte and sperm, we reviewed the existing literature regarding the effects of EMFs on reproductive systems. Given the role of mitochondria as the main source of reactive oxygen species (ROS), we focused on the hypothesis of a mitochondrial basis of EMF-induced reproductive toxicity. MEDLINE, Web of Science, and Scopus database were examined for peer-reviewed original articles by searching for the following keywords: “extremely low frequency electromagnetic fields (ELF-EMFs),” “radiofrequency (RF),” “microwaves,” “Wi-Fi,” “mobile phone,” “oxidative stress,” “mitochondria,” “fertility,” “sperm,” “testis,” “oocyte,” “ovarian follicle,” and “embryo.” These keywords were combined with other search phrases relevant to the topic. Although we reported contradictory data due to lack of uniformity in the experimental designs, a growing body of evidence suggests that EMF exposure during spermatogenesis induces increased ROS production associated with decreased ROS scavenging activity. Numerous studies revealed the detrimental effects of EMFs from mobile phones, laptops, and other electric devices on sperm quality and provide evidence for extensive electron leakage from the mitochondrial electron transport chain as the main cause of EMF damage. In female reproductive systems, the contribution of oxidative stress to EMF-induced damages and the evidence of mitochondrial origin of ROS overproduction are reported, as well. In conclusion, mitochondria seem to play an important role as source of ROS in both male and female reproductive systems under EMF exposure. Future and more standardized studies are required for a better understanding of molecular mechanisms underlying EMF potential challenge to our reproductive system in order to improve preventive strategies.

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Section: Emf Effects On Female Reproductive System and Fertilitymentioning

confidence: 99%

Role of Mitochondria in the Oxidative Stress Induced by Electromagnetic Fields: Focus on Reproductive Systems

Santini

Cordone

Falone

et al. 2018

Oxidative Medicine and Cellular Longevity

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“…The number of cases regarding the effect of RF on mammal brain functioning, cognitive behaviour (Isa et al, 2013), blood brain barrier related issues (Sirav & Seyhan, 2016) have been found to be signi cant in some research papers. Besides that, the change in heart rhythms (Page et al, 2016), sperm production levels (Singh et al, 2018), oxidative stress (Siddiqi & Nazwani, 2024), hormone levels (Bektas et al, 2024), hepatic (Fahmy & Mohammed, 2021), renal functions (Borzoueisileh et al, 2020), embryonic developments (Suzuki et al, 2017) etc. have been observed, loss in DNA integrity (Panagopoulos et al, 2021).…”

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A comparative study of stress response in mung beans (Vigna radiata L.) under low intensity electromagnetic field and heat shock

Panda,

Das,

Behera

et al. 2024

Preprint

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Low strength electromagnetic fields have an impact on biological materials by increasing their internal temperature and compromising their integrity through growth inhibition, oxidative damage, deactivation of enzymes, and other processes. In the present manuscript a comparative analysis of electromagnetic and heating stress has been mentioned. The significant growth about p > 0.001 has been observed in plants i.e. 67 5% less in radiation condition than in heating. Heating stress showed insignificant variation in terms of germination i.e. 45% less than control (p < 0.005). In biochemical experiment electrolyte leakage and membrane damage was seen in heat stressed plants more than that of radiation and control i.e. 76% higher (p < 0.001). enzyme activity and antioxidant enzyme de activation was higher in radiation treated ones i.e.23% and was significant. Proline accumulation was higher in heat stressed ones i.e.39% and significance was p < 0.001.

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Association between electronic device usage and sperm quality parameters in healthy men screened as potential sperm donors

Chen

Sun

et al. 2022

Environmental Pollution

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Influence of radiofrequency–electromagnetic waves from 3rd‐generation cellular phones on fertilization and embryo development in mice

Cited by 8 publications

References 32 publications

Role of Mitochondria in the Oxidative Stress Induced by Electromagnetic Fields: Focus on Reproductive Systems

Role of Mitochondria in the Oxidative Stress Induced by Electromagnetic Fields: Focus on Reproductive Systems

A comparative study of stress response in mung beans (Vigna radiata L.) under low intensity electromagnetic field and heat shock

Association between electronic device usage and sperm quality parameters in healthy men screened as potential sperm donors

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