Posted on 04/14/2011 9:00:46 AM PDT by mvpel
Slowly but inexorably, radiation scientists are recognizing that the LNT hypothesis – at one time administratively useful in regulating radiation exposures during the infancy of radiation science — has in its maturity become scientifically illegitimate and ethically indefensible. In his book, Has Radiation Protection Become a Health Hazard? Gunnar Walinder, a Swedish radiobiologist, states unequivocally: “The linear, no-threshold hypothesis is one of the greatest scientific scandals of modern times.” Dr. Walinder’s bold statement is indicative of a significant sea-change among radiation experts in their assessment of the validity of using the LNT hypothesis as a basis for setting standards in radiation protection.
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Sounds like Walinder will take over from Petr Beckman who published a newsletter ‘Access to Energy,’ now run by Dr. Art Robinson. Link below:
http://www.accesstoenergy.com/
The back issues when Beckman ran it are quite interesting if you’re interested in nuclear issues AND THEY ARE ONLINE FOR FREE ACCESS. Art Robinson often touches on these also but has less effect and enjoyment than Beckman’s articles. You might find “Do Not Drink More Than 63,000 Gallons of Water!” that’s free online and listed under FIGHTING FOR FREEDOM at the website.
Robinson is one of the leaders in getting scientists to speak out against science hoaxes and against public schools. Recently, Robinson alleged that Oregon State University professors are conspiring to kick his 3 children out of the graduate program. Here’s link to article one month ago:
http://kdrv.com/news/local/206469
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