The mitochondria are tiny organelles within all nucleated cells. They make 90% of cellular energy, but perform many other important functions as well. They oscillate naturally. When exposed to non-ionizing electromagnetic fields, studies have reported disturbances in some of their structures and functions. This map offers an overview of some EMF effects, with links to research and articles.
There have been thousands of studies published on the effects of artificially produced non-ionizing electromagnetic fields on living tissues. These maps offer a glimpse into the range of effects, some of the known and proposed mechanisms, and links to many recent studies. The first map contains links to a 600-page online document on the subject. Links updated 03/06/10.
Melatonin is a powerful antioxidant, neuroprotector, immune enhancer, and more. It is made in the pineal gland when light is absent. Many (not all) studies have demonstrated that melatonin production decreases as a consequence of exposures to electromagnetic fields, increasing the risk of some serious illnesses. This map offers explanatory notes, research overviews and links to a selection of studies on the subject. Links updated 02/28/10.
Our bodies need to maintain an active balance between necessary free radical activity (destroying pathogens, generating energy from foods, signaling, and more) and its physiologic quenching when not needed. Electromagnetic field exposures interfere with a number of body functions/structures -- which some researchers have observed to be due, in part, to the generation and perpetuation of free radical cascades. This map provides a selection of links to studies and overviews.
Body Voltage is defined by building biologists as the AC voltage induced on a person's body by electric fields in the environment. It has not been researched as much as other aspects of EMF, but in general it is felt that the lower our BV, especially during sleep, the better. This map is intended to be introductory only, and not to suggest expertise or endorse products. Links are offered for personal study.
Groups of sick people may or may not be defined properly as a "cluster". However, there are reports from around the world (made by design or discovered after the fact) about higher than expected numbers of people becoming ill as a consequence of exposure to electromagnetic fields -- particularly to fields surrounding antennas near their homes, places of work, or schools. This map offers a selection of linked reports to demonstrate that concerns are global. Brisbane cluster added 01/22/10.
This map replaces one I posted a year ago. More information has been added, along with links. When certain pollens bloom each year I have some symptoms. I originally made this for myself and I highlighted the items which have been the most helpful to me. It is not intended to make specific recommendations for anyone.
Magnetite is a naturally occurring as well as industrially-produced form of iron oxide. We have billions of particles in our brains and other tissues. Magnetite is sensitive to electromagnetic fields, such as the natural fields which bees, bats, or birds sense in their daily activities. It is speculated by some people that one of the mechanisms for EMF effects on our tissues is the action on magnetite. You will have an opportunity to draw your own conclusions from the materials linked on this map.
Non-ionizing electromagnetic fields permeate our environment. The effects of these fields on our biological systems has been explored on other maps. In these two maps, I am trying to provide an overview of the possible effects at tissue, cellular and intracellular levels. Two themes seem to stand out in the research: free radical damage of several kinds, and movement of molecules and organelles in electric, magnetic, static and combination fields.
Electromagnetic fields have been shown in a number of (but not all) studies to damage and/or alter some functions of DNA and RNA. This map is an introduction to information offered by some important researchers in this field. It includes links to audio presentations and articles as well as a large (but not exhaustive) selection of studies.
The quality of electrical power arriving at our home -- and/or moving through it -- may be poor, which may be deleterious to our health. This map offers links to some simple definitions and overviews of various power quality issues, along with links to articles and presentations on health concerns.
Electromagnetic fields -- particularly low frequencies and high frequencies modulated at low frequencies -- affect calcium physiology in living tissue in important ways. This map offers overviews of these effects with links to presentations, articles and a selection of informative studies.
Our physiologic functions are complex. We are exposed, in addition, to complex and multiple artificially-produced electromagnetic fields. Scientific research and policy-making has not taken much of this complexity into account, possibly because it is not well-understood. This map offers some notes and links to discussions and research on the subject of nonlinearity in the responses of living organisms to EMF. Links updated 02/28/10.
When I try to describe EMF and my concerns to others, I wish I had in my hand a short document or two which would help provide a clear overview of introductory material. This map has links to a number of excellent and short documents which may be printed and shared (with attribution). It is only a selection and not intended to be inclusive. MCS link added, other links corrected 03/06/10.
Non-ionizing electromagnetic fields have been shown to have effects on the human brain rhythms as observed using EEG. A small change seen on the EEG may possibly signify an important and complex adaptation to this artificial influence on brain function. This map offers an overview, with links to some representative studies, quotations and other material.
Mast cells in our bodies contain and release histamine when they are injured or "provoked". It has been found by researchers that there is a mast cell response to non-ionizing electromagnetic radiation in many people -- even those unaware they are being affected. This map offers links to a variety of studies on the subject as well as a link to the important relevant chapter of the BioInitiative Report. Links updated 02/28/10.
This map offers a number of links to audio-visual material on the subject of non-ionizing electromagnetic fields, primarily on health and regulatory issues. Most material is available online at no charge, but there is one branch with links to material which can be purchased. Teen Cell, Eirewaves, Dr. Litovitz links added 02/13/10.
There are studies and articles that propose interactions between non-ionizing electromagnetic fields and environmental toxins or detoxification processes in living systems. This map is my initial attempt visually organize, with links, some of the different mechanisms. EMF permeates the whole body, and response by tissues is varying, so these mechanisms may not be easily isolated for research. Atrazine/ELF link added 02/20/10.
Migraine sufferers know how terrible these headaches are. This map offers an overview of some of the hypotheses of causation as well as some potential therapies. The more well-researched therapies are linked and highlighted. No specific prescription is intended as each case is unique.
The concept of Streetcombing is brilliant. But, more than that, I love the way you created a visually attractive map to introduce your material to us. Thank you.
This is very helpful as a learning tool. Do you happen to know the license status for the various pages? Thanks for organizing the material so nicely. It translates well, by the way (via Google).
I love the way maps help us learn difficult concepts "at a glance" --especially because branches allow the author to deliver a number of angles of vision to a single topic. Thank you for this. I am not a lawyer, but this topic fascinates me and your presentation helps me to grasp it a little better.
