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Electromagnetic Fields > ... > Publications on static/low frequency fields
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Statements and publications of BfS regarding static/low frequency fields
BfS issues publications and statements on specific topics regarding static/low frequency fields.
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Literature Evaluation on the Effects of Strong Static Magnetic Fields on Cognitive Performance
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This topic is currently being pursued at the Heidelberg German Cancer Research Center and at the Zentalinstitut für Seelische Gesundheit Mannheim (Central Institute of Mental Health) within the scope of the research project "Effects of Exposure to Strong Static Magnetic Fields on the Cognitive Performance of Volunteers” ordered out by BfS. The project will investigate the influence of strong static magnetic fields in the range between 1.5 and 7 T on the cognitive performance of test persons such as memory, capacity of reaction, perception etc. At the beginning of the study the scientists did a literature survey.
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Possible relationship between low-frequency electric and magnetic fields and neurodegenerative diseases
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Several epidemiologic studies point to an elevated incidence of neurodegenerative diseases correlated with a high occupational exposure to low frequency electric and magnetic fields. Overall there seems to be, above all, a relationship for Alzheimer’s disease and Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) but not for Parkinson’s disease and Multiple Sclerosis. In order to clarify the question of a causal relationship the Federal Office for Radiation Protection commissioned the research project “Effects of low frequency electromagnetic fields on the induction and progress of neurodegenerative diseases in an animal model”.
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Review of the literature regarding the question of an impact of strong static magnetic fields on reproduction
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This issue is currently being examined at the University of Duisburg-Essen within the scope of a research project commissioned by the Federal Office for Radiation Protection (BfS). The project “Effects of Repeated Exposure to Strong Static Magnetic Fields of MRI on the Endpoints Reproduction and Development in an Animal Model” will clarify whether strong static magnetic fields have an impact on embryonic development of mammals. At the beginning a literature study was performed which compiles and evalu-ates the scientific literature on the impact of static magnetic fields as well as magnetic fields of MRI on reproduction of animals and man.
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Legal and factual aspects of the erection and operation of high-voltage overhead lines
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Against the background of expanding the electrical power supply networks and the connection of new energy sources to the existing power supply system, BfS comments on radiation protection issues and precautionary measures. According to the current state of knowledge the limit values set out in the provisions of the 26th Ordinance of the Federal Immission Protection Act (26. BlmSchV) guarantee the protection of health, even under permanent exposure. Below these limit values, however, there are indications that low-frequency magnetic fields might induce leukaemia in children. This gives reason to further develop guidelines to take into account principles of precaution.
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