Ionizing radiations are high-energy radiations that can knock electrons out of an electron shell, leaving atoms with a net positive charge (ionization). Ionizing radiation is used in a wide range of therapeutic, industrial, and other applications such as nuclear power generation, developing new assortments of high-yielding new crops, and extending food storage periods. People in modern society are exposed to various forms of radiation, which originates from a diversity of sources. Furthermore, the cellular alterations caused by ionizing radiation are indirect and mediated by the generation of highly reactive free radicals and related species because of the presence of unpaired electrons, which are capable of altering all biological molecules in biological systems, including lipids, DNA, and protein. Internal exposure evaluation of occupational exposure from integrated radionuclides is susceptible to significant uncertainties that are often greater than those associated with external radiation. Ionizing radiation has a gonadal toxic impact with long-term consequences such as ovarian insufficiency, pubertal arrest, and eventual infertility.
The effect of irradiation on reproductive potential is determined by various parameters including the patient's age, the irradiation field, the type, dose, and duration of therapy. Pelvic irradiation affects both the ovary and the uterus, whereas cranial irradiation has the potential to disrupt the hypothalamic-pituitary-gonadal axis. Even though the failure of reproductive organs caused by radiation is only transient, the recovery is often uncertain, and in some cases, the damage is permanent.
Radiation protection based on sound scientific evidence is an essential requirement for modern, industrialized countries, with significant implications for medicine, the safety of the nuclear energy cycle, including waste management, and a variety of other beneficial uses of ionizing radiation radionuclides for the global population. Global political agendas have pledged to address the United Nations 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development Goals. Many industrial, nuclear energy, and other worldwide operations that employ ionizing radiation and radioactive materials pose threats to human health and ecosystems, including radioactive waste management and possible accidents.
In this Research Topic, we would like to obtain different views from researchers with various scientific disciplines to develop innovative perceptions of protecting humans and the surrounding environment from ionizing radiation and maintaining reproductive health. In addition, understanding the mechanism of the tiered approach to risk management, prevention improvement, and sustainability innovations with improved capabilities and new environmentally friendly standards.
Ionizing radiations are high-energy radiations that can knock electrons out of an electron shell, leaving atoms with a net positive charge (ionization). Ionizing radiation is used in a wide range of therapeutic, industrial, and other applications such as nuclear power generation, developing new assortments of high-yielding new crops, and extending food storage periods. People in modern society are exposed to various forms of radiation, which originates from a diversity of sources. Furthermore, the cellular alterations caused by ionizing radiation are indirect and mediated by the generation of highly reactive free radicals and related species because of the presence of unpaired electrons, which are capable of altering all biological molecules in biological systems, including lipids, DNA, and protein. Internal exposure evaluation of occupational exposure from integrated radionuclides is susceptible to significant uncertainties that are often greater than those associated with external radiation. Ionizing radiation has a gonadal toxic impact with long-term consequences such as ovarian insufficiency, pubertal arrest, and eventual infertility.
The effect of irradiation on reproductive potential is determined by various parameters including the patient's age, the irradiation field, the type, dose, and duration of therapy. Pelvic irradiation affects both the ovary and the uterus, whereas cranial irradiation has the potential to disrupt the hypothalamic-pituitary-gonadal axis. Even though the failure of reproductive organs caused by radiation is only transient, the recovery is often uncertain, and in some cases, the damage is permanent.
Radiation protection based on sound scientific evidence is an essential requirement for modern, industrialized countries, with significant implications for medicine, the safety of the nuclear energy cycle, including waste management, and a variety of other beneficial uses of ionizing radiation radionuclides for the global population. Global political agendas have pledged to address the United Nations 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development Goals. Many industrial, nuclear energy, and other worldwide operations that employ ionizing radiation and radioactive materials pose threats to human health and ecosystems, including radioactive waste management and possible accidents.
In this Research Topic, we would like to obtain different views from researchers with various scientific disciplines to develop innovative perceptions of protecting humans and the surrounding environment from ionizing radiation and maintaining reproductive health. In addition, understanding the mechanism of the tiered approach to risk management, prevention improvement, and sustainability innovations with improved capabilities and new environmentally friendly standards.