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Space Radiation Sparks A Biological Cascade Of Cancer
Space radiation can set off a biological cascade that leads to cancer, according to a new report from Universe Today. Beyond the immediate DNA damage caused by cosmic rays and high-energy particles, the radiation appears to trigger downstream processes in cells that promote tumour development over time. The findings matter for long-duration missions to the Moon and Mars, where astronauts face prolonged exposure outside Earth's protective magnetic field.
Why now: Renewed interest in astronaut health risks as space agencies plan long-duration missions to the Moon and Mars
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- Space Radiation Sparks A Biological Cascade Of Cancer · Universe Today
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