Developing historical technical basis for radiological safety requirements of international transport safety regulations

Assessment of natural radioactivity levels and hazard indicators in Tarakeshwor Municipality, Nepal through in-situ technique and multivariate analysis

“…The impact of radiation on living organisms varies, encompassing both positive and negative effects contingent on factors such as the type of radiation, dosage, and duration of exposure. According to the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), radiation effects on human health range from mild skin redness to the potential development of cancer and even death, depending on exposure levels and duration [2] . The United States Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) underscores that high radiation exposure can result in cellular and tissue damage, leading to radiation sickness, cancer, and other adverse health effects [3] , [4] .…”