Is exposure to deep space radiation killing off Apollo-era astronauts? [feedly]

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Is exposure to deep space radiation killing off Apollo-era astronauts?
// Gizmag Emerging Technology Magazine



Florida State University Professor Michael Delp has identified a link between deep space radiation exposure and a high rate of mortality due to cardiovascular problems in astronauts who flew beyond low-Earth orbit (LEO) during the Apollo program. Research based on the discovery could be used to safeguard future astronauts undertaking the next phase of manned space exploration.

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