Radiation Biology and Radiation Countermeasures

  • B. S. Dwarakanath Institute of Nuclear Medicine & Allied Sciences, Delhi

Abstract

There is a growing concern of radiation injuries to the public and various professionals due to nuclear proliferation and enhanced terrorist activity as well as the risk of exposure in medical practice during radiation therapy and radiodiagnostics. Therefore, development of effective medical countermeasures against radiological and nuclear scenarios is of immense importance to the defence of all nations and for ensuring the safety of professionals and patients susceptible to radiation exposure.

Defence Science Journal, 2011, 61(2), pp.97-98, DOI:http://dx.doi.org/10.14429/dsj.61.836

Author Biography

B. S. Dwarakanath, Institute of Nuclear Medicine & Allied Sciences, Delhi

Dr B.S. Dwarakanath obtained his PhD in Biophysics from the Bangalore University, Bengaluru. He served at National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences before joining INMAS, where he is currently the Additional Director and Head, Division of Radiation Biosciences. His areas of interest include: Glucose metabolism and cell signaling, radioprotection, and radio-sensitisation.

Published
2011-02-09
How to Cite
Dwarakanath, B. (2011). Radiation Biology and Radiation Countermeasures. Defence Science Journal, 61(2), 97-98. https://doi.org/10.14429/dsj.61.836

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