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Electromagnetic fields
- What are electromagnetic fields?
- Static and low-frequency fields
- Radiation protection relating to the expansion of the national grid
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- Radiation protection in mobile communication
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Ionising radiation
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- What are the effects of radiation?
- Effects of selected radioactive materials
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- Cancer and leukaemia
- Genetic radiation effects
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- Epidemiology of radiation-induced diseases
- Ionising radiation: positive effects?
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Protection
Talking about the grid expansion, questions of radiation protection have to be considered right from the start. The legal framework on limits of exposure provides for protection from scientifically proven health hazards. Preventative measures complete these exposure limits with regard to scientific uncertainties and discussed but yet unproven effects.