Researchers developed a systematic screening protocol to address this gap, and found it made a meaningful difference in protecting participant safety. The study highlights the need for standardized lifetime radiation screening before enrolling participants in imaging research studies.
SourceHebrew SeniorLife Hinda and Arthur Marcus Institute for Aging Research·JournalOchsner Journal·TypeLiterature review·DateMay 29, 2026
A study by the Alliance Foundation Trials shows that combining immunotherapy and chemotherapy before surgery can help more patients with locally advanced non-small cell lung cancer undergo complete cancer resection, improving their long-term health. The treatment also led to high rates of lymph node clearance and successful surgical re...
SourceAlliance for Clinical Trials in Oncology·JournalLung Cancer·TypeExperimental study·DateApr 20, 2026
GSI/FAIR's new Galactic Cosmic Ray simulator enables researchers to better understand radiation doses and control effects in human tissue and technical components. The simulator replicates the GCR exposure in a lightly shielded habitat, providing a crucial tool for space radiation research.
SourceGSI Helmholtzzentrum für Schwerionenforschung GmbH·JournalLife Sciences in Space Research·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 13, 2026
A new clinical trial, RECIPROCAL, seeks to optimize targeted radiation therapy for men with advanced prostate cancer by adjusting treatment based on individual PSA levels. The trial aims to minimize side effects while preserving survival benefits.
SourceAlliance for Clinical Trials in Oncology·TypeExperimental study·DateJan 5, 2026
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A team of researchers are studying the reproductive traits of Japanese tree frogs living in Fukushima Prefecture, Japan, to understand how radiation affects their survival. Their findings suggest that radiation can disrupt genetic pathways associated with sperm motility, potentially altering reproductive success.
A team of scientists from Colorado State University and the University of São Paulo have developed a seismological solution to improve the resolution of ultrasound images for lung monitoring. This breakthrough could lead to improved critical care for patients, including continuous lung monitoring at the bedside. The technique uses seis...
SourceColorado State University·JournalIEEE Transactions on Biomedical Engineering·DateJun 11, 2025
A new handheld multi-purpose radiation detector detects all types of ionizing radiation, including alpha, beta, X-rays, and gamma-rays. The device has versatile measurement capabilities and can be used in various applications, such as nuclear industry, military, and first responders.
SourceUniversity of Jyväskylä - Jyväskylän yliopisto·JournalNuclear Instruments and Methods in Physics Research Section A Accelerators Spectrometers Detectors and Associated Equipment·TypeCase study·DateApr 15, 2025
A new study suggests that CT scans could account for 5% of all cancer cases each year, primarily due to radiation exposure. The largest risk is among infants, followed by children and adolescents. To mitigate this risk, reducing the number of scans and doses per scan can help save lives.
SourceUniversity of California - San Francisco·JournalJAMA Internal Medicine·DateApr 14, 2025
Researchers at UT Health San Antonio have discovered a way to delay or even block recurrence of the deadliest brain cancer after radiation by targeting senescent cells with experimental 'senolytic' drugs. This approach shows promise in preventing tumor growth and improving patient survival.
SourceUniversity of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio·JournalEMBO Molecular Medicine·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 26, 2025
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Targeted alpha therapy shows promise in treating resistant NETs, offering a precision tool for patients exhausted by conventional treatments. Early preclinical trials have delayed tumour growth with minimal toxicity, while clinical studies have reported high disease control rates.
SourceGenomic Press·JournalBrain Medicine·TypeLiterature review·DateMar 4, 2025
Glioblastoma, the most malignant primary brain tumour, has an 18-month median survival rate despite treatment. New research from the University of Ottawa suggests a drug used to slow ALS progression may also suppress glioblastoma's self-renewing cancerous stem cells.
SourceUniversity of Ottawa·JournalStem Cell Reports·TypeRandomized controlled/clinical trial·DateOct 17, 2024
Researchers investigate senescence phenotypes of human corneal endothelial cells upon treatment with ultraviolet (UV)-A. Cells exhibit enlarged morphology, increased β-galactosidase activity and decreased proliferation. UV-A-induced senescent cells show similar gene expression profiles to ionizing radiation (IR)-induced cells.
SourceImpact Journals LLC·JournalAging-US·TypeObservational study·DateApr 30, 2024
A recent study published in Cell Genomics has uncovered the quantitative and qualitative mutational impacts of ionizing radiation on normal cells. The research team found that exposure to low levels of radiation resulted in an average of 14 mutations per cell, primarily causing short base deletions and complex genomic rearrangements.
SourceThe Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST)·JournalCell Genomics·TypeMeta-analysis·DateFeb 14, 2024
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Researchers developed a transmissive thin scintillator using perovskite nanocrystals to track and count single protons with exceptional sensitivity. The new detectors offer unparalleled sensitivity and could revolutionize proton therapy and radiography.
SourceNational University of Singapore·JournalNature Materials·TypeExperimental study·DateFeb 1, 2024
Researchers found that low-dose X-ray irradiation reduced lesion size and reversed motor deficits in TBI and ischemic stroke mice, demonstrating its potential as a therapeutic strategy. The treatment also accelerated substantial motor function recovery and promoted brain rewiring after stroke.
SourceCity University of Hong Kong·JournalBrain Behavior and Immunity·TypeExperimental study·DateJan 26, 2024
Researchers developed a deep convolutional neural network to pinpoint cardiac catheter tip locations in photoacoustic images, achieving high precision and recall. The approach has the potential to replace fluoroscopy during cardiac interventions, leading to safer procedures.
SourceSPIE--International Society for Optics and Photonics·JournalJournal of Biomedical Optics·DateNov 13, 2023
Researchers at Kyoto University have developed a new fusion model that accurately predicts the rotational temperature of hydrogen molecules near the walls of tokamaks. This innovation enables the effective management of heat load and extends the lifetime of future fusion devices.
SourceKyoto University·JournalNuclear Fusion·TypeExperimental study·DateJul 27, 2023
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Researchers developed AlN diodes and transistors that can function above 300°C, with a record-breaking operation temperature of 827°C. The new devices were fabricated using sapphire substrates and nickel electrodes, which remained stable at high temperatures.
SourceUniversity of Tsukuba·JournalApplied Physics Express·DateJul 20, 2023
Researchers from Ohio State University found that some low-mass stars have unexpectedly strong surface magnetic fields, which could intensify their radiation for billions of years. This discovery challenges current models of stellar evolution and has important implications for the search for life on other planets.
SourceOhio State University·JournalThe Astrophysical Journal Letters·TypeObservational study·DateJul 17, 2023
Researchers have developed a new technique to generically treat several kinds of cancer, showing tumors grew almost three times less and survival rates reached 100% after just one injection. The method targets cancer cells with alpha radiation, sparing healthy tissue.
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Researchers at Tokyo Institute of Technology have successfully synthesized high-quality Cs3Cu2I5 thin films using a novel solid-state synthesis method. The team discovered that depositing CuI and CsI layers in specific ratios results in distinct local structures containing point defects, leading to highly efficient emissions.
SourceTokyo Institute of Technology·JournalJournal of the American Chemical Society·TypeExperimental study·DateMay 19, 2023
Researchers used simulations to analyze the Lyman Continuum spectrum in dozens of simulated solar flares, confirming its connection to plasma temperature. The study found that analysis of this spectrum can be used for diagnosis of the solar plasma during solar storms.
SourceFundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de São Paulo·JournalThe Astrophysical Journal·DateMay 16, 2023
An international team of researchers analyzed data from 93 studies on cardiovascular diseases and exposure to radiation, finding a modestly increased excess risk of heart disease with low dose radiation. The study suggests that mechanisms for these cardiovascular effects are poorly understood and that further research is needed.
SourceBMJ Group·JournalThe BMJ·TypeSystematic review·DateMar 8, 2023
An international team of researchers has successfully characterized the earliest galaxies in the Universe, which formed only 200 million years after the Big Bang. The study found that these early galaxies were relatively small and dim, processing less than 5% of their gas into stars.
SourceTel-Aviv University·JournalNature Astronomy·DateDec 4, 2022
Researchers at Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center are developing non-invasive biomarkers for radiation exposure using Raman spectroscopy and mass spectrometry-based methods. The project aims to improve early detection and risk assessment of radiation exposure, which can lead to serious health problems and delayed consequences.
SourceOhio State University Wexner Medical Center·DateNov 2, 2022
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Researchers have discovered a new abiotic pathway for the formation of oxygen molecules, using sulphur dioxide as a precursor. This process can explain the presence of oxygen in the atmospheres of several Jupiter's moons, including Io, Europa and Ganymede, where biological life is absent.
SourceUniversity of Gothenburg·JournalScience Advances·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateOct 12, 2022
Scientists at Max Born Institute create novel method to probe magnetic thin film systems, identifying heat injection from platinum layer as cause of magnetization changes. The approach allows femtosecond temporal and nanometer spatial resolution, paving way for studying ultrafast magnetism and device-relevant geometries.
SourceMax Born Institute for Nonlinear Optics and Short Pulse Spectroscopy (MBI)·JournalPhysical Review Research·TypeExperimental study·DateJun 22, 2022
Researchers have developed a new protocol for testing perovskite solar cells, which are radiation-hard and durable enough for use in space. The study found that perovskites are more resistant to damage from radiation than previously thought, making them suitable for applications such as lunar installations and satellite missions.
SourceUniversity of Oklahoma·JournalJoule·DateMay 3, 2022
Researchers will investigate the radiation resistance of wide bandgap semiconductors to develop devices for environments with significant radiation. The team aims to understand defects and their impact on device performance to achieve optimum radiation hardness.
Three University of Central Florida researchers have been awarded multi-million-dollar projects by the US Department of Defense to advance hypersonic propulsion and improve semiconductor performance. The projects will focus on developing new technologies for ultra-fast intercontinental travel and making space travel more economical.
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Researchers at Technical University of Munich have developed a new neutron-based method to detect clogs in underwater pipelines non-destructively. This approach uses prompt gamma neutron activation analysis to measure hydrogen concentration, allowing for the detection of blockages and hydrate formation.
SourceTechnical University of Munich (TUM)·JournalNondestructive Testing And Evaluation·TypeExperimental study·DateJan 21, 2022
A team of researchers used the X-ray laser European XFEL to study the detailed dynamics of how water molecules break apart when exposed to high-energy radiation. The study reveals that the disintegration process is more complicated than expected, with the oxygen atom not being flung away hard when the molecule breaks up.
SourceDeutsches Elektronen-Synchrotron DESY·JournalPhysical Review X·DateDec 6, 2021
Researchers from Osaka University have developed a laser-driven neutron source that can generate fast neutrons in short bursts, enabling rapid imaging. The technique was used to detect hazardous substances in batteries and images materials like boron carbide.
SourceOsaka University·JournalApplied Physics Express·TypeImaging analysis·DateSep 15, 2021
Researchers found changes in erythrocyte morphology and nanoparticles on cell surfaces during radiation therapy, which may indicate treatment effectiveness or prognosis. The study suggests that analyzing these changes could lead to the development of a diagnostic method for assessing RT efficacy.
SourceNational University of Science and Technology MISIS·JournalInternational Journal of Biomedicine·DateJul 30, 2021
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Researchers developed polyarylene ether ketone-based copolymer (co-PAEK) films that can withstand electrostatic discharges caused by ionizing radiation. The films' high conductivity and low switching thresholds make them promising candidates for space electronics protection.
SourceNational Research University Higher School of Economics·JournalPolymers·DateMar 18, 2020
Researchers break down amino acid glutamine when bombarded with different doses of electrons. This process has implications for understanding the effect of ionising radiation on human cells and improving cancer radiotherapy.
SourceSpringer·JournalThe European Physical Journal D·DateFeb 5, 2020
New study finds low doses of ionizing radiation used in medical imaging create breaks that allow extra bits of DNA to integrate into the chromosome, potentially leading to mutations. The researchers stress that translating these findings to animal models is necessary to determine full effects and impact on patient health.
Researchers at NTU Singapore have developed a technique to observe how radiation damages molecules over time-frames of just one quadrillionth of a second. The technique allows for the study of biological tissue and molecules with greater precision, revealing complex vibrational frequencies that were previously unseen.
SourceNanyang Technological University·JournalNature Communications·DateSep 19, 2019
Researchers studied the effects of ionizing radiation on plants, finding that it can alter physiological processes such as photosynthesis and respiration. The study suggests that ionizing radiation can have both negative and positive effects on plant life, depending on the context.
SourceLobachevsky University·JournalJournal of Environmental Radioactivity·DateApr 5, 2019
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Rigol DP832 Triple-Output Bench Power Supply powers sensors, microcontrollers, and test circuits with programmable rails and stable outputs.
Researchers from Lobachevsky University developed a new diffusion-drift model to analyze the effect of ionizing radiation on submicron semiconductor devices. The locally non-equilibrium approximation accurately describes fast relaxation processes and calculates the probability of device failure.
SourceLobachevsky University·JournalSemiconductors·DateDec 6, 2018
Scientists successfully detected holes and identified their trapping sites after photoexcitation, revealing that photo-excited holes become trapped in substrate at singly charged oxygen vacancies. The detection opens up new insights for the development of devices and nanodevices based on transition metal oxides.
SourceEcole Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne·JournalNature Communications·DateFeb 2, 2018
The study reveals that massive stars are much more abundant than previously thought, with a significant fraction of stellar mass in high-mass stars. The research has far-reaching consequences for the understanding of our cosmos, including an estimated 70% increase in supernovae and 200% increase in chemical yields.
SourceInstituto de Astrofísica de Canarias (IAC)·JournalScience·DateJan 31, 2018
An international team has discovered an 'astonishing' overabundance of massive stars in the Large Magellanic Cloud galaxy. The study used detailed analyses of nearly 1,000 massive stars to determine their distribution, revealing that massive stars are much more abundant than previously thought.
SourceUniversity of Oxford·JournalScience·DateJan 4, 2018
Researchers discovered that prolonged exposure to ionizing radiation can delay cell cycle and increase DNA repair efficiency, with potential implications for cancer risk reduction. The study found that human stem cells can activate alternative DNA repair mechanisms, such as homologous recombination, in response to prolonged irradiation.
SourceMoscow Institute of Physics and Technology·JournalOncoTargets and Therapy·DateAug 24, 2017
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Meta Quest 3 512GB enables immersive mission planning, terrain rehearsal, and interactive STEM demos with high-resolution mixed-reality experiences.
The study found that VLF radio communications can interact with particles in space, creating a barrier around Earth. This 'barrier' corresponds to the inner edge of the Van Allen radiation belts and may help remove excess radiation from the near-Earth environment.
SourceNASA/Goddard Space Flight Center·JournalSpace Science Reviews·DateMay 17, 2017
Researchers develop a bacteria-fighting wound dressing made from the shells of crustaceans, which could prevent up to tens of thousands of infections annually. The dressing combines chitosan, an antibacterial and biodegradable substance extracted from crustacean shells, with hydrogel dressings to create a durable and elastic solution.
SourceElsevier·JournalRadiation Physics and Chemistry·DateMay 1, 2017
A UMass Amherst researcher argues that a historical investigation error led to the adoption of the LNT model, which challenged fundamental beliefs about ionizing radiation effects. The corrected research supports a threshold rather than linear dose response for carcinogens.
SourceUniversity of Massachusetts Amherst·JournalEnvironmental Research·DateJan 20, 2017
A team of astronomers used the MUSE instrument to study the effects of nearby massive star radiation on the pillars of the Carina Nebula. The research found a clear correlation between the radiation and the dissipation of the pillars, suggesting that photoevaporation plays a key role in shaping these structures.
SourceESO·JournalMonthly Notices of the Royal Astronomical Society·DateNov 2, 2016
Researchers found that chronic low-dose-rate ionizing radiation can induce molecular changes in the brain resembling Alzheimer's disease. Studies exposed mice to cumulative doses of radiation, inducing changes in the hippocampus, a key region for learning and memory.
SourceUniversity of Southern Denmark·JournalOncoTargets and Therapy·DateOct 27, 2016
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The article highlights the need to communicate the risk of low doses of ionizing radiation associated with imaging, while managing the dose. Dr. Cynthia H. McCollough suggests approaches for presenting radiation risk and benefit information that support the ALARA principle.
SourceAmerican Roentgen Ray Society·JournalAmerican Journal of Roentgenology·DateJun 29, 2016
The University of South Carolina's Tim Mousseau and Anders Møller studied the natural inhabitants of the Chernobyl Exclusion Zone, finding damaging effects of chronic radiation exposure on wildlife. They discovered that even low levels of radiation can cause cataracts, diminish brain size, and affect fertility in animals.
SourceUniversity of South Carolina·JournalThe Science of The Total Environment·DateApr 26, 2016
A team of researchers has identified 46 genes in Escherichia coli necessary for its survival at high levels of radiation, including DNA repair pathways. The discovery reveals potential new ways to protect humans from cancer and improve our understanding of ionizing radiation effects.
SourceAmerican Society for Microbiology·JournalJournal of Bacteriology·DateJul 21, 2014
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A study found that women significantly overestimated radiation exposure from a single mammogram compared to other benchmarks. To address this, medical staff should inform patients about the low dose of radiation associated with mammography and provide objective facts to ensure informed decisions.
Researchers found that just a handful of genetic mutations give E. coli the capacity to withstand ionizing radiation, making them similar to Deinococcus radiodurans. The study demonstrates active DNA repair mechanisms that allow organisms to resist radiation damage.
Researchers identified chromosomal rearrangements that result in fusion oncogenes in post-Chernobyl radiation-induced thyroid cancers. These events promote upregulation of MAPK signaling, a common cancer-associated pathway. The study offers new understanding into how ionizing radiation exposure contributes to cancer development.
SourceJCI Journals·JournalJournal of Clinical Investigation·DateOct 25, 2013
Calabrese's research reveals how the linear no-threshold dose-response approach was adopted despite experimental support for a threshold model. He accuses two geneticists of suppressing evidence to prevent consideration of an alternative model.
SourceUniversity of Massachusetts Amherst·JournalArchives of Toxicology·DateAug 13, 2013
Researchers have successfully identified natural elemental fluorine in a special fluorite called 'fetid fluorite' or 'antozonite', which emits an intense odor when crushed. The discovery resolves a long-standing debate and provides insight into the properties of fluorine, a highly reactive element.
SourceTechnical University of Munich (TUM)·JournalAngewandte Chemie·DateJul 5, 2012
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Radiation exposure from CT scans in childhood may increase the risk of developing leukemia and brain cancer. A study published in The Lancet found that cumulative doses of around 50-60 mGy from 5-10 scans tripled the risk of these cancers.
SourceThe Lancet_DELETED·JournalThe Lancet·DateJun 6, 2012
A new study published in The Lancet found that MRI scans are more accurate than SPECT tests in detecting coronary heart disease. MRI scans also do not use ionizing radiation, potentially reducing exposure for patients and healthcare professionals.
SourceUniversity of Leeds·JournalThe Lancet·DateDec 22, 2011
A new study published in The Lancet shows that multiparametric cardiovascular magnetic resonance (CMR) is superior to single-photon emission computed tomography (SPECT) for diagnosing coronary artery disease. CMR has a higher sensitivity and negative predictive value, making it a more accurate and reliable diagnostic tool.