Strange Glow
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Strange Glow

Timothy J. Jorgensen

"The Story of Radiation – How the New Science of the Human Body Is Changing the Way We Live"

★ 4.7 (220 Ratings) ◷ 21 Minutes ☰ 6 Sections ◉ Text + audio
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Strange Glow: The Story of Radiation Is a sweeping account of the rise of nuclear science, tackling some of the biggest myths and realities surrounding radiation. Debunking some safety myths while carefully documenting real risks, it is also an urgent call for society to confront their fears and in doing so, make better choices in everything from medical procedures to nuclear power.

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Timothy J. Jorgensen is a professor of radiation medicine and Director of the Health Physics Graduate program at Georgetown University. He is also the author of Spark: The Life of Electricity and the Electricity of LIfe.

Who might enjoy this content?

  • Those looking for a deeper understanding of the universe
  • Anyone nervous about the radiation surrounding them
  • Anyone wanting to make more informed decisions about medical treatment or health

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