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  • Genomics
  • Public health

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  • Radiophobia, fueled by the linear no-threshold (LNT) hypothesis, negatively impacts society.
  • Evolutionary genomic stress adaptation (gensadaptation) provides natural protection against low-dose radiation.
  • Current radiation protection frameworks are linked to the scientifically contested LNT hypothesis.

Discussion:

  • Re-evaluating A-bomb survivor data reveals a threshold-linear relationship for all-solid-cancer mortality risk at low doses, contradicting LNT.
  • Low-dose radiation demonstrates a dose- and type-dependent prevention of lung cancer in mice.
  • Monte Carlo simulations and new dose characterization tools address uncertainties in radiation risk assessment.

Key Insights:

  • The linear no-threshold (LNT) hypothesis for radiation-induced cancer is challenged by new analyses.
  • Low-dose radiation exposure may trigger adaptive mechanisms, offering protection and potential therapeutic applications.
  • Evidence suggests a transition from LNT to threshold-based models for radiation protection is warranted.

Outlook:

  • Future radiation protection systems should prioritize population dose thresholds over the LNT hypothesis.
  • Investigating low-dose radiation therapy for various diseases presents a promising avenue for medical advancement.
  • Further research into genomic stress adaptation can refine our understanding of radiation biology and health impacts.