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A tardigrade protein reduces radiation damage in human cells

A protein from the tardigrade, an ultra-resistant organism, protects DNA from radiation.

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When grafted into human cells, it nearly halves the damage caused.

This discovery opens avenues for medical and space radioprotection.

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Cette protéine pourrait améliorer la protection des patients sous radiothérapie ou des astronautes exposés aux radiations cosmiques lors de missions longues.

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