Wednesday, June 12, 2013

ScienceDaily: Cosmic Rays News

ScienceDaily: Cosmic Rays News


Moon radiation findings may reduce health risks to astronauts

Posted: 11 Jun 2013 11:43 AM PDT

Space scientists report that data gathered by NASA's Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter show lighter materials like plastics provide effective shielding against the radiation hazards faced by astronauts during extended space travel. The finding could help reduce health risks to humans on future missions into deep space.

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