Radiation Biology and Radiation Protection

The course covers basic knowledge on biological effects of radiation and risks on cellular level to humans, factors that affect the dose-effect relationship and a deeper knowledge on radiation protection for ionizing and non-ionizing radiation, both in legislation and practical radiation protection technology. The course covers radiation effects at cellular level including the formation of free radicals, chromosome breakage and repair mechanisms as well as target theory and the dose-response curves. It also includes radiation effects on individual organs and humans, somatic, genetic as well as immediate and late radiation damages and factors affecting the relationship between dose and biological effects. The course also covers in-depth knowledge of radiation protection, international recommendations, Swedish radiation protection legislation and regulations for ionizing, ultraviolet, laser and electromagnetic fields. It also includes methods for personal dosimetry, radiation protection instruments and handling of radioactive substances. The course includes mandatory lab and seminars.  The course comprises two modules: 1. Theory, 6.0 credits 2. Laboratory Work, 1.5 credits