SEARCH

    Language Settings
    Select Website Language

    GDPR Compliance

    We use cookies to ensure you get the best experience on our website. By continuing to use our site, you accept our use of cookies, Privacy Policies, and Terms of Service.

    ‘Nuclear shield’: Chernobyl fungus blocks radiation and could be a breakthrough for Mars missions

    4 days ago

    2

    0

    👍 ❤️ 😂 😮 😢 😡

    A peculiar black fungus discovered in Chernobyl's reactor ruins exhibits an astonishing ability to survive and potentially thrive on extreme radiation. Scientists are exploring its potential as a natural radiation shield for future Mars missions, as experiments show it can block cosmic rays. This discovery offers a novel approach to protecting astronauts from harmful radiation.
    Click here to Read More
    • Share:
    NASA lets you send your name to the Moon: Simple steps to sign up for Artemis II 2026
    Previous Article
    NASA lets you send your name to the Moon: Simple steps to sign up for Artemis II 2026
    Next Article
    Why did a minor sunspot erupt while a huge one rotated toward Earth’s side
    Why did a minor sunspot erupt while a huge one rotated toward Earth’s side

    Related Science Updates:

    Comments (0)

      Leave a Comment

      Send