a Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, University of Southwestern Louisiana, Lafayette, LA 70504, USA
b Department of Chemistry, University of Southwestern Louisiana, Lafayette, LA 70504, USA
Abstract:
Recent research reports appear to indicate a real possibility that the low-frequency electromagnetic field produced by the power transmission and distribution network presents a health problem. A critical assessment of the available information is presented here. The state of knowledge, available evidence and conflicting reports indicate a definite need for interim action by the power industry. New direction for analytical 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 whole is suggested.