A new hope against the invisible threat of space radiation

Abstract

Space exploration missions face numerous challenges. However, cosmic radiation – which damages human cells and causes mutations in DNA – is one of the biggest problems that scientists are striving to address. How are they approaching it? THINK talks to researchers from the DeepAFQ project, whose work will help in understanding the impact of radiation on human health and to developing strategies that protect both astronauts in space, and patients undergoing radiation-based treatments on Earth.