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n. - Defense against harmful effects of nuclear decay

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  • This study revealed that dimethyl sulfoxide (DMSO) extracts of turmeric produces a significant amount of radioprotection, which is very similar in nature and extent to...
  • The present study investigates the possible role of crude turmeric extracts in radioprotection by a variety of methods.
  • "These results are encouraging for other potential applications of melanin, including radioprotection of other radiation-sensitive tissues, such as the gastrointestinal...
  • There was a significant increase in survival in AdRspo1 cohorts compared to AdLacZ (p Rspo1 promoted radioprotection against RIGS and improved survival of mice exposed...
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