BBC1 年
The effects of radiation on the human body
Reproductive organs High doses can cause sterility or mutations. Skin Radiation can burn skin or cause cancer. Bone marrow Radiation can cause leukaemia and other diseases of the blood.
BBC1 年
The effects of radiation on the human body
Some of the effects that radiation has on a human body are shown below. Eyes High doses can cause cataracts. Thyroid Radioactive iodine can build up and cause cancer, particularly during growth.
Nature6 天
Radiation Effects on Plant Growth and Development
Radiation, particularly gamma rays and ultraviolet (UV) light, has been shown to have significant effects on plant growth and development. While high doses of radiation can be harmful, recent ...
Nature6 个月
Assessing cancer risks of low-dose radiation
This Perspective article considers whether differences exist between the effects mediated by high- and low-dose radiation exposure and how this affects the assessment of low-dose cancer risk.
Chernobyl dogs do show ‘dramatic’ genetic differences – but not because of radiation
Chernobyl dogs do show ‘dramatic’ genetic differences – but not because of radiation - New study has implications for our ...
The ultra-fast cancer treatments which could replace conventional radiotherapy
A pioneering new treatment promises to tackle a wider range of cancers, with fewer side-effects than conventional ...
The Dogs of Chernobyl May Not Be Mutating After All, One Study Claims
On April 26, 1986, the worst nuclear disaster since World War II decimated Chernobyl in the Soviet Union. Nearly 40 years ...
University of Manchester11 个月
Tomatoes may combat the damaging effects of radiation
A team of researchers from have discovered that lycopene - the red pigment in tomatoes - is extremely successful at guarding against the harmful effects of radiation. Dr Ruth Edge from The University ...
Cancer: Microscopic beams of radiation could be a better way to treat tumors, according to ...
Radiotherapy has been a cornerstone of cancer treatment for decades, offering a targeted approach to treat tumors. Yet, as ...
朝日新聞社3 年
Many children of hibakusha worry about radiation affecting them
Her parents never spoke much about the incident. But Kadokawa remembers they were always worried about what possible effects the radiation could have on her. Kadokawa said she feels torn between a ...
mskcc.org5 个月
Radiation Therapy for Breast Cancer
Your doctor may also recommend radiation therapy. Radiation therapy uses high-energy X-rays to kill cancer cells. MSK offers precise radiation therapy that kills breast cancer cells with fewer side ...
PC Magazine5 年
radiation hardened
Refers to electronic products used in space, satellite, nuclear plant and military applications. Radiation hardened devices are built to withstand cosmic rays and other natural electromagnetic ...