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Life on the Edge: Bioprospecting Extremophiles for Astrobiology link.springer.com May 19, 2023 2 facts
measurementSome strains of Chroococcidiopsis can tolerate at least four years of air drying, up to 13 kJ m−2 of UV-C radiation, 15 kGy of X-rays, and 12 kGy of γ radiation.
referenceStan-Lotter H and Fendrihan S published a study in 2015 discussing how halophilic archaea survive desiccation, radiation, and oligotrophy over geological timescales.
Long-term and Late Effects of Cancer cancer.org Nov 24, 2025 2 facts
claimCertain cancer treatments increase the risk for a second (secondary) cancer, such as acute myelogenous leukemia after chemotherapy or breast cancer after radiation to the chest.
claimCancer treatments that affect the reproductive system, such as certain types of chemotherapy and radiation to the pelvis, belly, or spine, can damage the ovaries and testes, leading to fertility problems.
Post Treatment Survivorship, Information, Resources - Cancer Care cancercare.org 2 facts
claimDyspnea, or shortness of breath, in cancer survivors can be caused by side effects of chemotherapy or radiation, anemia, non-cancer lung conditions like asthma or COPD, or anxiety related to cancer recurrence and stress.
claimDyspnea, or shortness of breath, can be caused by chemotherapy or radiation side effects that reduce lung capacity, anemia, non-cancer lung conditions like asthma or COPD, or anxiety related to cancer recurrence and stress.
Active Plant Principles and Applications in Plant Medicine irispublishers.com May 2, 2024 2 facts
claimFlavonoids possess anti-inflammatory properties that improve peripheral blood circulation, increase the resistance of blood capillary walls to prevent hemorrhages, exhibit antibiotic and antiviral properties, and protect the human body against radiation by weakening the action of histamine.
claimFurano-coumarin derivatives have been used in cosmetics for skin tanning, but they do not protect the skin against radiation; instead, they stimulate pigment formation.
Extremophiles: Unlocking biomedical and industrial innovations ... cas.org Oct 29, 2025 1 fact
claimDeinococcus radiodurans and its relatives have developed efficient systems to repair DNA damage caused by radiation and other stresses like desiccation.
Coping – Late Effects - NCI cancer.gov May 12, 2025 1 fact
procedureCancer survivors should consult their dentist and radiation oncologist before undergoing dental or gum surgery, as dentists generally advise against pulling teeth from areas that received radiation.
Nanomaterials in the future biotextile industry: A new cosmovision to ... frontiersin.org Dec 1, 2022 1 fact
claimFuture textiles will require functional and intelligent capabilities to integrate with technological developments, including the early detection of human diseases and pathogens, monitoring of vital functions, adaptation to digital communication media, and resistance to environmental elements like high temperature and radiation.
Cancer Rehabilitation - Cancer Nation (Formerly NCCS) canceradvocacy.org 1 fact
measurementUp to 90 percent of cancer survivors experience pain and other function-limiting consequences resulting from chemotherapy, radiation, and/or surgery.