Study Links Prenatal Wireless Radiation Exposure to Brain Development Damage in Rats

A new study in the International Journal of Developmental Neuroscience found that rats exposed to wireless radiation in utero showed signs of brain damage in the hippocampus, a region essential for memory and learning.

Researchers observed shrunken, darkly stained neurons and elevated levels of cell death-related proteins in memory-critical brain regions. These effects occurred during a key developmental phase when new brain cells form, suggesting that wireless radiation may disrupt neurodevelopment.

The study raises concerns about **common EMF sources—phones, laptops, routers—**especially during pregnancy, a period of heightened vulnerability. Despite growing evidence, U.S. safety limits for EMF exposure haven’t changed since 1996.

“This could lead to long-term cognitive deficits,” researchers warned. Experts urge updated regulations and recommend reducing EMF exposure during pregnancy by using corded devices and keeping wireless devices away from the abdomen.

21-04-2025