International Conference on Non-Ionizing Radiation and Children's Health, 18 - 20 May 2011, Ljubljana, Slovenia

Ahead of the proceedings publication in a special issue of Progress in Biophysics & Molecular Biology expected by the End of 2011, view the platform presentations and abstracts below.

Wednesday 18 May 2011

Session 1 – Childhood Health and Diseases - Chair: Emilie van Deventer

0900-0930

Abstract - Presentation - Title: Childhood Leukemia - Risk Factors And The Need For An Interdisciplinary Research Agenda - Wolfgang Weiss

0930-1000

Abstract - Presentation - Title: Other Childhood Cancers – Current Molecular Approaches to Address Environmental Risk Factors - Hans Lehrach

1030-1100

Abstract - Presentation - Title: Non-Cancer Effects Of Chemical And Physical Agents On Children's Health - Martin Röösli

1100-1130

Abstract - Presentation - Title: The Challenges Of UV-Induced Immunomodulation For Children's Health - Mary Norval

1130-1200

Abstract - Presentation - Title: Growth And Development Of Children With A Special Focus On Sleep - Heidi Danker-Hopfe

Session 2 – Children and NIR: At particular risk?

Epidemiological findings - Chair: Bernard Veyret - Rapporteur: Mathieu Boniol

1330-1400

Abstract - Presentation - Title: Review EMF Epidemiology - Joachim Schüz

1400-1430

Abstract - Presentation - Title: Current Mobile Phone Studies - Maria Feychting

1430-1500

Abstract - Presentation - Title: Harmful Effects Of UVR In Childhood: Epidemiological Evidence - Adele Green

1530-1550

Abstract - Presentation - Title: Predictors of Mobile Phone Use And Overestimation Of Recalled Mobile Phone Use Among Children And Adolescents In A Case-Control Study (CEFALO-Study) - Denis Aydin

1550-1610

Abstract - Presentation - Title: MobiKids - Study On Communication Technology, Environment And Brain Tumours In Young People - Geertje Goedhart

1610-1630

Abstract - Title: Accuracy Of Adolescent SMS-Texting Estimation And A Model To Forecast Actual Use From Self-Reported Data - Mary Redmayne

1630-1650

Abstract - Presentation - Title: French Children Exposure to 50 Hz Magnetic Fields - Isabelle Magne

1650-1710

Abstract - Presentation - Title: Meta-analysis On Artificial Light And Skin Cancer: Update - Sara Gandini

1710-1730

Posters:
Examples of children's exposure to ELF magnetic fields, Korpinen et al
Electromagnetic Fields Measurements in Portuguese Schools, Oliveira et al
Pavlovic et al
Personal EMF Exposure Of Children, Valic et al
Exposure Of Children In The Vicinity Of A Transformer Substation, Gajsek et al
A database for electromagnetic fields exposure assessment, Domingues LA

Review of Posters - Mathieu Boniol

Thursday 19 May 2011

Session 3 – Children and NIR: At particular risk?

Biology and mechanisms Chair: Paolo Vecchia - Rapporteur: Eric van Rongen

0800-0830

Abstract - Presentation - Title: ELF Animal Studies, Mechanisms Of Interaction - Isabelle Lagroye

0830-0900

Abstract - Presentation - Title: Radiofrequencies Experimental Studies, Mechanisms Of Interaction - Carmela Marino

0900-0930

Abstract - Presentation - Title: UV And Children's Skin - Rüdiger Greinert/Beate Volkmer

0930-1000

Abstract - Presentation - Title: Optical Radiation And The Eyes - Per Söderberg

1030-1050

Abstract - Title: Prenatal And Early Life Exposure To 2.45 Ghz Wifi-Like Signals: Effects On Development And Maturation Of The Immune System - Claudio Pioli

1050-1110

Abstract - Title: Thermal Effects Of Mobile Phone RF- Fields On Children: A Provocation Study - Tommi Alanko

1110-1130

Abstract - Presentation - Title: Animal Studies On Growth And Development - Alexander Lerchl

1130-1145

Posters:
Research On Children's Health And Exposure To Electromagnetic Fields, Asmuss M
Newborn UVA Exposure During Phototherapy For Jaundice Treatment, Bogi A et al
Sleep Pattern Effects In Rats With Wireless Multi-Channel Subcutaneous Electrodes After RF-EMF Exposure, Lee JS .

Review of Posters - Eric van Rongen

Session 4 – Children and NIR: At particular risk?

Exposures and dosimetry - Chair : Rüdiger Matthes - Rapporteur: Jim Lin

1330-1400

Abstract - Presentation - Title: Current (And Future) Exposure Scenarios And Assessments - Simon Mann

1400-1430

Abstract - Presentation - Title: Numerical Dosimetry Dedicated To Children RF Exposure - Joe Wiart

1430-1500

Abstract - Title: Children And Medical Exposures (i.e. MRI) - Niels Kuster

1530-1550

Abstract - Presentation - Title: Dielectric Properties Of Tissues As A Function Of Age And Their Relevance In Assessment Of The Exposure Of Children To Electromagnetic Fields; State Of Knowledge - Azadeh Peyman

1550-1610

Abstract - Presentation - Title: Volume-Averaged SAR In Adult And Child Head When Using A Mobile Phone – Computational Study With Detailed CAD-Based Models Of Commercial Mobile Phones - Jafar Keshvari

1610-1630

Abstract - Presentation - Title: Effects Of The Dielectric Properties Changes In Newborn: The Case Of The Exposure To An RFID System For Mother-Newborn Identity Reconfirmation - Serena Fiocchi

1630-1650

Abstract - Presentation - Title: RF Personal Exposimetry On Employees Of Elementary Schools, Kindergartens And Day Nurseries As A Proxy For Child Exposures - Péter Juhász

1650-1710

Abstract - Presentation - Title: Evaluation And Characterization Of Foetal Exposure To Low Frequency Magnetic Fields Generated By Laptop Computers - Nicola Zoppetti

1710-1730

Posters
An Exposure Assesment Of Local Schools To Electromagnetic Fields From Exterior Sources, Cerezci O
MRI-Based Japanese Models in Early Childhood, Nagaoka T et al
Prenatal And Early Life Exposure To 2.45 GHz WiFi-Like Signals: Methodologies For Dosimetric Assessment, Pinto R et al
Wake K et al
Fetal Exposure To Magnetic Fields Produced By Induction Hobs, Kos B et al
Exposure To Electromagnetic Fields From Wireless Computer Networks: Duty Factors Of Wi-Fi Devices Operating In Schools, Khalid M et al
Microwave Oven Leakage Radiation Measurement To The Working Staffs With Personal Dosimeter In Superstores Of Taiwan, Tsai CV

Review of Posters - Jim Lin

Friday 20 May 2011

Session 5 – Risk management and prevention
Chair: Mirjana Moser - Rapporteur: Shaiela Kandel

0830-0900

Abstract - Presentation - Title: EMF Recommendations Specific For Children? - Christiane Poelzl

0900-0930

Abstract - Presentation - Title: Criteria For Judging Advice From Advisory Bodies - Peter Wiedemann

0930-1010

Abstract - Presentation - Title: Skin Cancer - Primary And Secondary Prevention (Information Campaigns And Screening) - With A Focus On Children & Sunbeds - Ruediger Greinert & Mathieu Boniol/Philippe Autier

1040-1110

Presentation - Title: WHO Research Agenda - Emilie van Deventer

1110-1130

Posters
Ursic S
Teen-agers´ sunbed use in Sweden 2010, Asp H et al
Children´s Sun Protection Need Not Conflict With Health Promoting Physical Activity - KIDSCAPE: A Study Of Preschool Outdoor Environments In Sweden And North Carolina, Wester U
Sun Protection Factors – 7 Tips For Safer Playgrounds And Healthier Children, Gulliksson J et al
Bulcao JAS
The Information System EMF-Portal: Overview Of Scientific Publications On Children's Health And Non-Ionizing Electromagnetic Field, Dechent D
Pavlovic A et al

Review of Posters - Shaiela Kandel

1130-1230

Overall Discussion - Title: Panel and Discussion - Chair: Mirjana Moser