Radiation Research 
 
 

"Radiation is energy given off in the form of waves or tiny particles of matter. Radiation is found throughout the universe. It comes in many forms. Most people have heard of X rays, gamma rays, and radiation from nuclear reactors.: (Read more...)

Source: Hayward, Jason P. "Radiation." World Book Advanced. World Book, 2011. Web.  27 Apr. 2011.

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Health Applications

Search Ebsco's Consumer Health Complete searchto find a lot of information about the application of radiography to health.

Nuclear Energy

Use the search term "radiation" in the Global Issues in Context Quick Search Box (below).  Once you get to the page, you click on a specific subject on the right menu.  Or search using the term "radiation" followed by "AND," and then add a specific term that reflects you topic.

There is also a huge amount of information on the Fukushima DaiIchi Nuclear Plant disaster in the GIC database.  Click here to read more.

If you are interested in Nuclear power, search our e-book collection in the Gale Quick Search Box below.  You will find lots of information in the e-book called Alternate Energy.

 

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