Spatial Properties of Clustered Free Radicals Produced in DNA and Biodosimeters by Ionizing Radiation

This information on irradiated tooth enamel may allow the development of methodology to determine the average energy and type of radiation to which the enamel was exposed, thus increasing the usefulness of this material as a biodosimeter. With reference to DNA, this information is needed in order to develop a better understanding of the mechanisms involved in the production of DNA damage which may not be repaired, or may be misrepaired, in cells and thus may lead to deleterious health effects.