Space Radiation and Astronaut Safety

This brief explores the biological effects of long-term radiation on astronauts in deep space. As missions progress beyond Earth's orbit and away from the protection of its magnetic shielding, astronauts risk constant exposure to higher levels of galactic cosmic rays and solar particle events....

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Main Author: Seedhouse, Erik (Author)
Format: Electronic eBook
Language:English
Published: Cham : Springer International Publishing, 2018.
Edition:1st ed. 2018.
Series:SpringerBriefs in Space Development,
Subjects:
Space sciences.
Human physiology.
Cell biology.
Occupational medicine.
ISBN:9783319746159
ISSN:2191-8171
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Table of Contents:
  • Chapter 1: Radiation: A Primer
  • Chapter 2: Biomedical Consequences of Exposure to Space Radiation
  • Chapter 3: Setting Acceptable Risk Levels for Astronauts
  • Chapter 4: Space Radiation Analysis Group
  • Chapter 5: Radiation Dosimetry and Detection
  • Chapter 6: Shielding
  • Chapter 7: Acute Radiation Sickness
  • Chapter 8: Treating Acute Radiation Syndrome
  • Chapter 9: Pharmacological Countermeasures
  • Chapter 10: Genetic Profiling and Manipulation
  • Index.

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