Absorption of 5G sub-6 GHz electromagnetic radiation from base station to male reproduction system

Abstract

Background

The impact of electromagnetic radiation from communication on the male reproductive system has emerged as a significant concern in public health. A notable distinction of the 5G sub-6 GHz band, compared to traditional 2G, 3G, and 4G frequency bands, is the inclusion of higher frequency bands. This has raised public concerns regarding the potential effects of these higher frequencies on organisms, particularly their reproductive systems. While it is imperative to investigate the biological effects and potential risks associated with these new frequency bands in laboratory settings, comparing and evaluating differences between various frequency bands remain challenging due to the absence of standardized parameters such as exposure conditions and duration. In contrast, dose assessment offers a simpler and more reliable approach.

Materials and methods

The dose assessment method was employed in this study to investigate the risks associated with sub-6 GHz electromagnetic radiation from 5G base stations on the male reproductive system. A classical human body model (Duke) was utilized, and an electromagnetic simulation environment was established based on the actual polarization direction of the exposed base stations and various body postures. This research explored the effects of field direction, posture, public population, and frequency on the specific absorption rate of the reproductive system.

Results and conclusions

While maintaining the same level of exposure, a higher frequency results in a reduced dosage on reproductive system. Further analysis reveals that, considering the public exposure threshold, the employment of higher frequency bands in 5G sub-6 GHz does not present a greater dosage on reproductive system compared to lower frequency bands. Consequently, with regard to dosage, there is no need for excessive concern among the general public regarding the impact of electromagnetic radiation emitted by 5G base stations operating below 6 GHz on male reproductive health.

Keywords:

• Specific absorption rate
• base station
• sub-6 GHz
• reproduction
• radiofrequency field

Acknowledgements

Thanks to Zhaowen Zhang and Xing Wang for the guidance of reproductive system function.

Disclosure statement

No potential conflict of interest was reported by the author(s).

Data availability statement

The data that support the findings of this study are available from the corresponding author (Guirong Ding), upon reasonable request.

Additional information

Funding

This work has been carried out with financial support from the Fund of National Natural Science Foundation of China (Grant number: 31770905).

Notes on contributors

Jiajin Lin

Jiajin Lin, PhD, is a Lecture at Department of Radiation Protection Medicine, School of Military Preventive Medicine, Air Force Medical University, Xi’an, China.

Jing Li

Jing Li, PhD, is a Professor at Department of Radiation Protection Medicine, School of Military Preventive Medicine, Air Force Medical University, Xi’an, China.

Guirong Ding

Guirong Ding, PhD, is a Professor at Department of Radiation Protection Medicine, School of Military Preventive Medicine, Air Force Medical University, Xi’an, China.