Updated at 23 Jun 2026
The EMF-Portal Glossar provides definitions of terms related to electromagnetic fields, their sources, effects, measurement techniques, and safety standards, supporting understanding of biological interactions, exposure guidelines, and technological applications in diverse environments.
The EMF-Portal Glossary provides an extensive list of scientific and technical terms related to electromagnetic fields (EMF), their biological effects, technologies, and related biomedical concepts. The glossary includes terminology from various domains such as physics, biology, medicine, and technology, covering terms like 'Absorption,' 'Acetylcholine,' 'Adaptive Differential-Pulse-Code-Modulation,' 'Adenosine triphosphate,' 'Amyloid-beta protein,' and many others. It encompasses fundamental EMF concepts such as static fields, low frequency, intermediate frequency, and high frequency electromagnetic fields, as well as their sources, including natural and technical field generation methods. Additionally, the glossary references medical and biochemical terms relevant to EMF research, such as enzymes, hormones, neurotransmitters, cellular processes, and diseases (e.g., Alzheimer’s, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, apoptosis). This comprehensive glossary supports understanding of the basic and advanced scientific literature indexed in the EMF-Portal, serving as a resource for interpreting experimental studies, epidemiological data, effects on human health, and safety standards for EMF exposure. By compiling multidisciplinary terms, the glossary aids communication among researchers, health professionals, and regulatory bodies. It is part of a broader database providing access to scientific literature, study results on mobile communications, 5G, millimeter waves, static and dynamic fields, physiological effects, risk communication, and guideline values. The glossary thus plays a crucial role in clarifying terminology across the spectrum of EMF research and regulatory science.
