"Selenomelanin— X-Ray-blocking “sunscreen”!" Topic
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 Parzival  | 28 Jul 2020 9:15 a.m. PST |
Researches have developed an artificial form of melanin which could block lethal levels of radiation. It could potentially be used in sunscreen-type creams, or as a treatment on clothing and other protective items. The idea is to use it for astronauts on Mars or other risky space missions, but I wonder if it might have usage for Earth-bound purposes, such as nuclear accidents, long-term service in nuclear naval vessels, etc.. link |
| Asteroid X | 28 Jul 2020 4:09 p.m. PST |
Those are good questions! Possibly it could be used to permeate a construct used around radiation? Just a first guess for expanded uses. |
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