Gaganyaan Astronauts: The Institute of Nuclear Medicine & Allied Sciences (INMAS), a top research lab under the Defence Research and Development Organization (DRDO), has started a big international conference on space radiation and its effects on astronauts.
The event, called the International Radio Biology Conference, began today at the Manekshaw Centre in Delhi. It will run for three days and focus on the dangers of space radiation, especially during long space missions. Scientists and experts from around the world are attending to share their knowledge and find ways to protect astronauts.
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According to The Statesman, Prof Ajay Kumar Sood, the Principal Scientific Adviser to the Government of India, opened the conference as the chief guest. Dr Samir V Kamat, who is the Secretary of the Department of Defence R&D and Chairman of DRDO, also attended as the guest of honour.
During his speech, Prof Sood praised INMAS for organizing the event and talked about the serious risks space radiation poses to astronauts. He said that INMAS is doing important work to find solutions to these problems through advanced research.
Dr Kamat spoke about the need for teamwork among scientists from different fields, like radiobiologists, physicists, engineers, and medical researchers. He said that working together is the best way to create new technologies that can keep astronauts safe in space.
Dr Kamat also mentioned that as humans spend more time in space, like on the International Space Station (ISS) or during moon missions, protecting them from radiation has become very important. He added that finding good ways to shield astronauts from radiation will help in planning longer missions, such as trips to Mars.
This conference is a great opportunity for experts to share ideas and work together to find solutions. The goal is to make space travel safer for astronauts, especially for future missions to Mars and beyond.
The conference will cover many topics related to space radiation. These include how radiation affects the human body, the risks of cancer, and the combined effects of radiation with other space challenges like microgravity and isolation.
Scientists will also discuss ways to protect astronauts, such as medical treatments and advanced technologies. Other topics include how radiation impacts muscles, bones, and the brain, as well as how to use math and simulations to study these effects.
