THE INFLUENCE OF MICROWAVES ON IONIZING RADIATION EXPOSURE

Journal Article · Fri Feb 01 04:00:00 EST 1963 · Aerospace Med.

OSTI ID:4724409

Michaelson, S M; Thomson, R A.E.; Odland, L T; Howland, J W

Results are reported from studies in dogs on the effect of microwave exposure on response to ionizing radiation. Irradiation with 25,000 r resulted in death within 24 hr in 2 of 10 dogs with a previous history of microwave exposure. Nine of 10 normal, irradiated dogs died in the same period. Neurological manifestations were less severe in the microwave-treated dogs. The results suggest that the possibility of using microwave treatment to counteract or minimize the effects of ionizing radiation should be explored. (C.H.)

• Research Organization: Univ. of Rochester, N.Y.
• NSA Number: NSA-17-019814
• OSTI ID: 4724409
• Journal Information: Aerospace Med., Journal Name: Aerospace Med. Vol. Vol: 34
• Country of Publication: Country unknown/Code not available
• Language: English

Related Subjects

BIOLOGY AND MEDICINE
DOGS
MICROWAVES
NERVOUS SYSTEM
RADIATION DOSES
RADIATION EFFECTS
RADIATION PROTECTION
SURVIVAL TIME