Publications by authors named "Xue-Long Zhao"
Article Synopsis
- Microwave technology raises health concerns, particularly regarding its effects on the central nervous system, where exposure can disrupt neurotransmitter release and lead to cognitive dysfunction.
- The study investigates how microwave exposure alters the phosphorylation of SYN1, specifically focusing on the roles of kinases like Cdk5 and MEK in regulating neurotransmitter release, especially GABA.
- Findings suggest that increased levels of Cdk5 may negatively impact SYN1 phosphorylation, leading to issues in synapse formation and GABA release, which could underlie cognitive impairments associated with microwave exposure.
Objective: This study aimed to explore the potential effects of terahertz (THz) waves on primary cultured neurons from 4 rat brain regions (hippocampus, cerebral cortex, cerebellum, and brainstem) and 3 kinds of neuron-like cells (MN9D, PC12, and HT22 cells) under nonthermal conditions.
Methods: THz waves with an output power of 50 (0.16 THz) and 10 (0.