- The Institute of Nuclear Medicine & Allied Sciences (INMAS), a premier DRDO laboratory, is developing advanced radiation protection technologies for India’s Gaganyaan astronauts.
- These developments were showcased at an international conference (Feb 27 – Mar 1, 2025), focusing on space radiation risks and heavy ion exposure.
Key Highlights
Radiation Protection Research: Identifying biomarkers, studying chronic radiation effects, and using mathematical models to predict astronaut health risks.
Countermeasures for Space Health: Exploring cellular and molecular therapies to combat muscle loss, bone degeneration, and carcinogenesis.
Innovative Shielding Technologies: Investigating materials like hydrogels and novel protective coatings to minimize radiation exposure.
Why This Matters
Space radiation is a major challenge for deep-space missions, including future Mars expeditions.
Interdisciplinary collaboration among biologists, engineers, and medical researchers ensures holistic astronaut safety.
Aligns with global efforts in space radiation shielding, enhancing astronaut safety for long-duration space travel.
This research is a crucial step toward India’s human spaceflight ambitions and ensures astronauts can safely explore the final frontier!
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