Tag Archives: Radiology

Strange Science: Scale Mail for Modern Protection

Posted on January 3, 2020 by scarywhitegirl

A teen scientist in Australia has found a new use for an ancient technology in a very modern setting: using copper scale mail to protect women from excess radiation during breast cancer treatments. She took her inspiration from learning that … Continue reading →

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Strange Science: Where to Get Super Powers … Or Not

Posted on May 18, 2018 by scarywhitegirl

With the number of super heroes who get their powers from radioactive waste, you’d think there’d be a lot more short-lived super heroes. Radiation may seem like an awesome source of powers, but the reality is that it is more … Continue reading →

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To Dr. Von Lupe, Concerning the Radium

Posted on January 2, 2017 by Mad Scientist Journal

A letter by Dr. Elizabeth Chu, as provided by Alanna McFall Art by Luke Spooner To Dr. Von Lupe, the Dark Star that Will Soon Eclipse the Sun, Thank you, from your loyal servants and subjects. Praises be upon you, … Continue reading →

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