Expression of mtor and creb1 genes in the honeybee brain under the action of electromagnetic radiation of 2.4 GHz
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https://doi.org/10.33910/2687-1270-2024-5-3-325-330Keywords:
honeybee, electromagnetic radiation, brain, CREB1, mTORAbstract
Electromagnetic radiation can potentially disrupt intracellular signaling pathways, thereby affecting cellular metabolism. Among the key regulators of gene activity in neurons are the transcription factor CREB1 and the mTOR protein involved in cellular metabolism. This study examines the effect of 2.4 GHz electromagnetic radiation, commonly emitted by Wi-Fi router on the expression of the mtor and creb genes in the brain of the honeybee (Apis mellifera L.). Honeybees, essential pollinators in ecosystems, are particularly vulnerable to electromagnetic radiation due to their interaction with environmental signals. In this experiment, honeybees in the experimental group were exposed to radiation for three hours, while the control group remained unexposed. After exposure, brain tissue was collected, and RNA was isolated for reverse transcription and PCR analysis. Results revealed altered expression of both mtor and creb1 genes in treated honeybees compared to controls, suggesting a potential disturbance in cellular metabolism within the nervous tissue. These findings highlight the need for further investigation into the mechanisms by which electromagnetic radiation affects honeybee brain function.
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