Articles tagged with Radiological Weapons
Researchers from Vienna University of Technology and Leibniz University of Hannover have found the solution to the wild boar paradox. The radioactivity in wild boar meat remains high due to the accumulation of cesium-137 from nuclear weapons tests, which is also present in deer truffles that are particularly favored by wild boars.
Researchers from North Carolina State University have developed a new technique that can detect potential airborne radiological materials in hours, instead of days. This approach uses existing technologies to provide quality information to first responders, allowing them to make informed decisions about evacuating the area.
This biography provides fresh insights into Teller's motivations, relationships, and driven personality, drawing from archival material and interviews with prominent figures. It offers a nuanced understanding of the complex scientist behind the 'Father of the H-Bomb' label.
A computer model developed by Dr. David Morton is being expanded to prioritize radiation detector placement in high-risk areas, using data on smugglers' routes, materials, and methods. The goal is to detect nuclear smuggling attempts more effectively.
A new study reveals that gadolinium zirconate is highly resistant to radiation, outlasting ceramic materials currently considered for plutonium disposal by millions of years. This finding makes it a leading candidate for the immobilization of plutonium, a nuclear contaminant with a long half-life.
Intensity modulated radiotherapy (IMRT) enables physicians to deliver targeted radiation doses to tumors, improving treatment outcomes for various cancers. By using advanced imaging techniques and computer algorithms, IMRT minimizes damage to surrounding healthy tissues.
A new study has found a significant link between radiation exposure and an increased risk of multiple myeloma among nuclear workers, with older workers facing the highest risks. Workers exposed to ionizing radiation had a 3.5-fold higher mortality rate compared to those with lower exposures.
Researchers developed tests to determine how well bipolar electronics, commonly used in satellites, can survive long-term radiation exposure. The tests, led by Sandia National Laboratories, predict a 10-year response in just a few weeks and have already benefited systems, preventing potential failures.
Researchers at the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine have identified a novel death-receptor gene called KILLER/DR5 that responds to chemotherapy and radiation by killing cancer cells. The discovery provides new insights into how cancer cells are killed after treatment, with potential implications for improving cancer therapy.