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This map discusses a newer field of physiologic research. U.C. Berkeley scientist Dr. Bruce Ames, has described what he calls the triage hypothesis. This hypothesis states that our bodies respond to cellular stresses by prioritizing repair/response needs according to available micronutrient resources. While not specifically addressing EMF, this hypothesis suggests that we can assist our bodies to respond to all kinds of stresses with nutrition. Links to presentations, studies, and some material on EMF, are offered.
This map has been updated and converted to NM5. It is posted here as an image only, but is linked to a fully hyperlinked PDF.
Living tissues are dense with membrane structures. They participate in much of the natural oscillatory activity of cells and organelles within cells. Non-ionizing electromagnetic fields impact physiology in part by affecting membranes and oscillatory activity. The first map is merely an introduction to this complex topic. The second map provides some interesting quotes from researchers in the field.
The original series of maps on biological effects has been replaced by a single overview map. Andrew Goldsworthy has proposed a mechanism to explain many of the effects observed in studies and case histories. This map introduces his points and offers links on the topic.
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This map has been updated and converted to NM5. It is posted here as an image only, but is linked to a fully hyperlinked PDF. 07/23/12.
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.
This map has been updated and converted to NM5. It is posted here as an image only, but is linked to a fully hyperlinked PDF. 07/24/12.
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.
This is a set of two maps. They have both been updated and converted to NM5. They are posted here as images only, but are linked to fully hyperlinked PDFs. 07/24/12.
Non-ionizing electromagnetic fields permeate our environment. The effects of these fields on our biological systems has been explored on other maps. In these 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.
This map provides links to a number of separate maps posted at NovaMind Connect on the related subjects of brain, mind and central nervous system (CNS). The eyes are included due to their functional relationship with the CNS. Type III Diabetes added because of its association with Alzheimer's Disease. EMF maps added and linked on 10/04/10.
This map is a review of The Biofilm Primer, by J. William Costerton. It provides more detail than the introductory map on the topic -- including medical detail. The links to movies and videos are especially helpful for study purposes.
Bioflims are ubiquitous microscopic ecosystems of bacteria and other organisms living together in a sticky protective polymer matrix. Some bioflims are important to our life processes and some are harmful. This map is a simple overview of interesting biofilm properties with links primarily for study of "the basics".
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Cryptochrome is a light sensing pigment found in plants and animals. It is used by animals to sense the magnetic field of the earth and by both plants and animals to regulate circadian rhythms and participate in other cellular functions. Electromagnetic fields have been shown to interfere with cryptochrome functions. This information has been brought to our attention by Dr. Andrew Goldsworthy, so many links are provided to articles and presentations by him. Studies and other explanatory material are also offered.
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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.
This map has been updated and converted to NM5. It is posted here as an image only, but is linked to a fully hyperlinked PDF. 07/24/12.
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.
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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.
This map has been updated and converted to NM5. It is posted here as an image only, but is linked to a fully hyperlinked PDF.
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.
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.
Disorders of the thyroid gland and decreased hormonal production and/or activation are relatively common. This map offers an overview of lifestyle measures which may accompany allopathic replacement therapy when it is necessary. No recommendations for specific individuals are intended. A number of links to articles, studies, and products are provided.
The cerebellum is a very important part of the central nervous system, providing "background" neuronal activity for movement, balance, attention, timing, learning and much more. This map is introductory only, but packed with information on things we can do to optimize cerebellar function. A few interesting links are provided.
People who monitor blood glucose levels generally know the effects that specific foods and activities have on readings. Sometimes, however, it is not obvious why a given reading is higher or lower than expected. This map offers a look at other variables in the blood glucose equation, with a few links.
Circulatory problems in the extremities may start out mild and grow more serious over many years. The time to be "prevention-oriented" is as soon as problems are discovered. or sooner. These maps are overviews of some of the known causes, symptoms, lifestyle changes which should be considered, and treatment options.
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.
