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Radiation in Space: Relevance and Risk for Human Missions

By Thomas Berger , Christa Baumstark-Khan , Christine E. Hellweg , Daniel Matthiä

Book information

Publisher
Springer International Publishing;Springer
Year
2020
ISBN
9783030467432, 9783030467449
DOI
10.1007/978-3-030-46744-9
Language
english
Format
PDF
Filesize
5 MB (5147480 bytes)
Series
SpringerBriefs in Space Life Sciences
Edition
1st ed.
Pages
XXIV, 111\133
Time added
2021-01-06 05:41:07
Biomedicine; Molecular Medicine; Space Sciences (iSpace Exploration and Astronautics); Aerospace Tec

Description

This volume of the series Springer Briefs in Space Life Sciences explains the physics and biology of radiation in space, defines various forms of cosmic radiation and their dosimetry, and presents a range of exposure scenarios. It also discusses the effects of radiation on human health and describes the molecular mechanisms of heavy charged particles’ deleterious effects in the body. Lastly, it discusses countermeasures and addresses the vital question: Are we ready for launch? Written for researchers in the space life sciences and space biomedicine, and for master’s students in biology, physics, and medicine, the book will also benefit all non-experts endeavouring to understand and enter space.

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