Research and analysis

Effects of ionising radiation on soil fauna

A report on the effects of chronic, low level radiation exposure on earthworms and woodlice.

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Effects of ionising radiation on soil fauna

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This project has derived important data on the effects of chronic, low level exposure to ionising radiation on the reproduction and survival of soil fauna, earthworms and woodlice to address some of the known knowledge gaps.

Published 1 November 2009