ENVS 3333 - Radiation Biology

(3 CR, 3T + 0L)

Survey of radiobiology: effects of differing types of radiation on matter, different radiations and their properties; detailed modes of action of radiation on biochemical and biophysical systems with emphasis on the large macromolecules of living tissue; nature of radiation damage to long-chain nucleic acid molecules; potential problems from indiscriminate use of radiation therapy and diagnostic x-rays, and nuclear facility accidents; effects of low-level radiation exposure.

Cross-Listed As: RDPR 2233