Radiation in Space: Relevance and Risk for Human Missions Paperback / softback
by Christine E. Hellweg, Thomas Berger, Daniel Matthia, Christa Baumstark-Khan
Part of the SpringerBriefs in Space Life Sciences series
Paperback / softback
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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Available to Order - This title is available to order, with delivery expected within 2 weeks
- Format:Paperback / softback
- Pages:111 pages, 21 Illustrations, color; 13 Illustrations, black and white; XXIV, 111 p. 34 illus., 21 il
- Publisher:Springer Nature Switzerland AG
- Publication Date:25/07/2020
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- ISBN:9783030467432
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Available to Order - This title is available to order, with delivery expected within 2 weeks
- Format:Paperback / softback
- Pages:111 pages, 21 Illustrations, color; 13 Illustrations, black and white; XXIV, 111 p. 34 illus., 21 il
- Publisher:Springer Nature Switzerland AG
- Publication Date:25/07/2020
- Category:
- ISBN:9783030467432
