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One of the editors of the new book "Space radiobiology: synergies between astroparticle and medical physics" will give a talk at the CERN Library:

Abstract:

The book Space Radiobiology: Synergies between Astroparticle and Medical Physics explores the intersection of two frontiers of science, space exploration and medical research, revealing how advances in astroparticle physics inform our understanding of radiation effects on human health. Co-authored by Alessandro Bartoloni and Lidia Strigari, the volume examines the sources and effects of cosmic radiation, the biological risks faced by astronauts, and the strategies developed to monitor and mitigate these impacts.

Bridging disciplines, the book highlights how methodologies from space research can be applied to medicine, particularly in the fields of radiation protection and therapy. A case study on the Alpha Magnetic Spectrometer (AMS) group at INFN Roma Sapienza exemplifies the power of collaboration between fundamental physics and biomedical applications.

During this event, Alessandro Bartoloni will discuss how the synergy between astroparticle and medical physics is opening new perspectives on radiobiology, offering insights that reach from the depths of space to the heart of clinical innovation.

The event will be followed by a Q&A and signing sessions. The book is available from the CERN Library & Bookshop.

About the author: 

Alessandro Bartoloni began his career in 1992 at the Italian Institute of Nuclear Physics (INFN). There, he worked at the Roma Sapienza University division on developing supercomputers for numerical simulations in theoretical physics. His expertise expanded further during his tenure as a User Associate at the European Organisation for Nuclear Research (CERN), where he actively contributed to the construction of the Compact Muon Solenoid (CMS) detector at the Large Hadron Collider (LHC). Between 1999 and 2011, he served as a Lecturer at the Faculty of Engineering at La Sapienza University of Rome, overseeing courses related to computer science. Since 2000, he has been an integral part of the Alpha Magnetic Spectrometer collaboration (AMS02), a cutting-edge particle physics detector designed for operation as an external module on the International Space Station. Alessandro's primary areas of expertise include the physics of cosmic rays, space radiation science, and space radiobiology, reflecting his dedication to advancing our understanding of these critical aspects within space exploration.