Sources, effects and risks of ionizing radiation, United Nations Scientific Committee on the Effects of Atomic Radiation (UNSCEAR) 2020/2021 report

The UNSCEAR 2020/2021 report to the General Assembly provides scientific annexes that assess the levels and effects of exposure to ionizing radiation on human health and the environment. Annex C focuses on biological mechanisms relevant for inferring cancer risks from low dose and low-dose-rate radiation, synthesizing current knowledge and implications for understanding cancer development and dose-response relationships.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 238 pages
Publication date: 30 November 2022
Publisher: United Nations

The United Nations Scientific Committee on the Effects of Atomic Radiation (UNSCEAR), established by the General Assembly in 1955, plays a crucial role in assessing the levels and effects of exposure to ionizing radiation on human health and the environment. This comprehensive assessment is part of a series of scientific annexes that support the UNSCEAR 2020/2021 report to the General Assembly. In Annex C, titled "Biological Mechanisms Relevant for the Inference of Cancer Risks from Low Dose and Low-Dose Rate Radiation," the committee delves into the intricate biological mechanisms associated with radiation exposure at low doses and low-dose rates. This annex serves as a valuable resource for scientists, policymakers, and the public, providing a synthesis of current knowledge on the biological effects of radiation at these specific exposure levels. By examining the mechanisms of radiation actions at low doses and low-dose rates, the committee aims to enhance our understanding of the processes involved in cancer development after exposure to ionizing radiation. It also sheds light on the dose-response relationships of radiation-induced cancers, helping to inform risk assessments and cancer prevention strategies. The information presented in Annex C is based on a rigorous scientific evaluation of the latest research and data, ensuring that it is accurate, reliable, and up-to-date. This annex contributes to the ongoing efforts of the UNSCEAR to provide comprehensive and evidence-based assessments of the effects of atomic radiation on human health and the environment. Its insights and recommendations will undoubtedly shape global policies and actions aimed at mitigating the risks associated with radiation exposure and promoting the well-being of individuals and communities.
The United Nations Scientific Committee on the Effects of Atomic Radiation (UNSCEAR), established by the General Assembly in 1955, plays a crucial role in assessing the levels and effects of exposure to ionizing radiation on human health and the environment. This comprehensive assessment is part of a series of scientific annexes that support the UNSCEAR 2020/2021 report to the General Assembly. In Annex C, titled "Biological Mechanisms Relevant for the Inference of Cancer Risks from Low Dose and Low-Dose Rate Radiation," the committee delves into the intricate biological mechanisms associated with radiation exposure at low doses and low-dose rates. This annex serves as a valuable resource for scientists, policymakers, and the public, providing a synthesis of current knowledge on the biological effects of radiation at these specific exposure levels. By examining the mechanisms of radiation actions at low doses and low-dose rates, the committee aims to enhance our understanding of the processes involved in cancer development after exposure to ionizing radiation. It also sheds light on the dose-response relationships of radiation-induced cancers, helping to inform risk assessments and cancer prevention strategies. The information presented in Annex C is based on a rigorous scientific evaluation of the latest research and data, ensuring that it is accurate, reliable, and up-to-date. This annex contributes to the ongoing efforts of the UNSCEAR to provide comprehensive and evidence-based assessments of the effects of atomic radiation on human health and the environment. Its insights and recommendations will undoubtedly shape global policies and actions aimed at mitigating the risks associated with radiation exposure and promoting the well-being of individuals and communities.

The United Nations Scientific Committee on the Effects of Atomic Radiation (UNSCEAR), established by the General Assembly in 1955, plays a crucial role in assessing the levels and effects of exposure to ionizing radiation on human health and the environment. This comprehensive assessment is part of a series of scientific annexes that support the UNSCEAR 2020/2021 report to the General Assembly. In Annex C, titled "Biological Mechanisms Relevant for the Inference of Cancer Risks from Low Dose and Low-Dose Rate Radiation," the committee delves into the intricate biological mechanisms associated with radiation exposure at low doses and low-dose rates. This annex serves as a valuable resource for scientists, policymakers, and the public, providing a synthesis of current knowledge on the biological effects of radiation at these specific exposure levels. By examining the mechanisms of radiation actions at low doses and low-dose rates, the committee aims to enhance our understanding of the processes involved in cancer development after exposure to ionizing radiation. It also sheds light on the dose-response relationships of radiation-induced cancers, helping to inform risk assessments and cancer prevention strategies. The information presented in Annex C is based on a rigorous scientific evaluation of the latest research and data, ensuring that it is accurate, reliable, and up-to-date. This annex contributes to the ongoing efforts of the UNSCEAR to provide comprehensive and evidence-based assessments of the effects of atomic radiation on human health and the environment. Its insights and recommendations will undoubtedly shape global policies and actions aimed at mitigating the risks associated with radiation exposure and promoting the well-being of individuals and communities.

Dimension: 300 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9789211392081