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Microorganisms as Radiation Sensors

Summary

Researchers at Purdue University have developed a method of measuring radiation that correlates with the actual damage caused by radiation to DNA in organisms. By measuring the reaction outputs of microorganisms supplied by sugar, information can be gathered regarding the extent that radiation damaged the DNA of the cells. This method of measuring radiation in organisms can replace outdated film badges and similar sensors while providing better, more biologically relevant information.

Technology Benefits

Simple design and easy to measure Provides information useful for biological purposes Correlates with DNA damage

Technology Application

Radiation exposure treatment Laboratory experiments

Detailed Technology Description

Babak ZiaieZiaie Biomedical Microdevices LaboratoryPurdue Electrical and Computer Engineering

Countries

United States

Application No.

N/A

Country/Region

USA

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