INFLUENCE OF LOW-FREQUENCY ELECTROMAGNETIC-FIELDS ON LIVING ORGANISMS

Recent research reports appear to indicate a real possibility that the low-frequency electromagnetic field produced by the power transmissio n and distribution network presents a health problem. A critical asses sment of the available information is presented here. The state of kno wledge, available evidence and conflicting reports indicate a definite need for interim action by the power industry. New direction for anal ytical research, possible interim avoidance measures, proper advice to clients and the public are discussed. Detailed mathematical modeling for the linear and nonlinear dynamics of DNA and the chromosome as a w hole is suggested.