On May 25, 2025, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (AUTH) welcomed the public for its annual “Open Doors” event, offering a behind-the-scenes look at the exciting research happening across the university.
The SEAWave group, based at the Center for Interdisciplinary Research and Innovation (CIRI) of AUTH (CIRI website), took part by inviting visitors into their lab to explore their work firsthand.
Guests had the opportunity to measure the electric field emitted by their mobile phones and compare it to emissions from everyday devices such as microwave ovens and WiFi routers—at the same distance. For those interested, SEAWave group also shared practical tips on how to reduce personal exposure to radiofrequency radiation from smartphones.
In addition, Prof. Theodoros Samaras and his colleagues showcased the measurement and monitoring equipment used for mapping environmental electric fields, and discussed the latest findings from the World Health Organization’s systematic reviews on the health effects of radiofrequency radiation.
It was a full and rewarding day for the entire team. The positive feedback, warm words of encouragement, and smiling faces made it all worthwhile.
Prof. T. Samaras, (Director of EMMETRON-AUTH team and SEAWave Coordinator): “We’re already looking forward to the next time we can “open our doors” and share our research with the community!”
