Articles from March 2025

A tardigrade protein helped reduce radiation damage in mice

Tuesday, March 25, 2025
Humans undergoing similar radiation for cancer treatment often suffer painful side effects

Tiny tardigrades may hold clues to cancer care

Tuesday, March 25, 2025
Researchers found that a protein made by tiny creatures called tardigrades can protect mouse and human cells from radiation damage. The findings hold promise for reducing the harmful side effects of radiation therapy to treat cancer.