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Effects of Microwave Radiation Exposure on Behavioral Performance in Nonhuman Primates

  • John A. D’Andrea
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Abstract

Research conducted during the past three decades has shown that exposure of laboratory animals to radiofrequency radiation can cause a variety of behavioral changes. These changes range from subtle effects such as perception of microwave-induced sound to complete cessation of behavioral performance due to severe hyperthermia. A central theme of this research has been to determine a relationship between specific absorption rate (SAR) and adverse consequences of exposure to microwave radiation. Studies evaluating microwave exposure on the performance of well-learned opreant tasks have been the primary avenue for determining this relationship. This information provides a scientific data base from which safe exposure standards can be derived.

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Rhesus Monkey Microwave Radiation Nonhuman Primate Squirrel Monkey Behavioral Performance 
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  • John A. D’Andrea
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  1. 1.Aviation Performance DivisionNaval Aerospace Medical Research LaboratoryPensacolaUSA

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