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Optical radiation Climate crisis: UV protection is becoming increasingly important

Extreme weather is one of the tangible effects of the climate crisis. In recent years, the cloud cover situation in Germany has changed to such an extent that the average number of sunshine hours per year is increasing.

WHO renews cooperation with BfS

The World Health Organisation (WHO) has again designated the BfS as a WHO Collaborating Centre (CC). The BfS will thus support WHO with its expertise in radiation protection for another four years.

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Electromagnetic fields Mobile communications: no increased tumour risk for children

The results of the international MOBI-Kids study, which was published recently, suggest that the use of mobile and DECT telephones does not lead to an increased risk of brain tumours in children and young people. The BfS shares this assessment in a statement.

Ionising radiation Detection of nuclear weapons tests becomes more precise

With a new measuring system, it will be possible to detect clandestine underground nuclear weapons tests even better. At the end of January, the BfS completed the six-month test phase of a new system for measuring radioactive noble gases in the air on behalf of the CTBTO.

Ionising radiation Radon in soil: new map provides information

The BfS has published a new map of the radon situation in Germany. The map shows the expected radon concentration in soil air at a resolution of 1x1 kilometres. The map is aimed at everyone seeking information about the radon situation in their region.

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