Synopsis of Social media discussions
Discussion posts reflect a balanced view where the harmful effects of lunar soil simulants are recognized, with phrases like 'cytotoxic and genotoxic' used to describe the dust's impact. Some posts question the sensationalism by pointing out the need for specific tests, while others stress the importance of understanding space hazards, showing a combination of curiosity and concern that aligns with the overall moderate scores.
Agreement
Moderate agreementMost discussions acknowledge the harmful potential of lunar soil simulants, matching the article's findings about cytotoxicity and genotoxicity.
Interest
Moderate level of interestPosts show moderate interest, with some emphasizing the health risks and others downplaying the discussion or questioning the implications.
Engagement
Moderate level of engagementMany posts reference specific studies, such as the toxicity of lunar soil simulants or the need for further research, indicating a fair depth of engagement.
Impact
Moderate level of impactThe discussions highlight the serious health concerns regarding lunar dust, emphasizing the need for caution and further investigation, which suggests a moderate impact.
Social Mentions
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Extended Reach
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Lunar Soil Risks for Astronauts and Impact on Human Health
Previous lunar missions highlighted potential risks associated with lunar soil, particularly for astronauts who may spend extended periods on the Moon. Studies using lung and neuronal cell cultures exposed to lunar soil simulants showed that these materials could lead to cell death and DNA damage.
Assessing Risks of Lunar Soil Exposure for Astronauts
Previous lunar missions highlighted potential risks associated with lunar soil, particularly for astronauts who may spend extended periods on the Moon. Studies show lunar soil simulants can cause cell death and DNA damage, with freshly crushed soil being more harmful.
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The potential damage from inhaling this dust is unknown but research shows that lunar soil simulants are, with variable activity, cytotoxic and genotoxic to both neuronal and lung-derived cells in culture. 8/9 https://t.co/2WeVhg7sL6
view full postJuly 20, 2022
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Ümit Kararasul
@UmitKararasul (Twitter)RT @drahmetrasim: Buna alerji demek mümkün değil. Newsweek' in uydurması sadece. Orijinal makalede yazdığı gibi sitotoksik bir reaksiyon ol…
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Mihribannâğme
@mihribannagme (Twitter)RT @drahmetrasim: Buna alerji demek mümkün değil. Newsweek' in uydurması sadece. Orijinal makalede yazdığı gibi sitotoksik bir reaksiyon ol…
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Ahmet Rasim Küçükusta
@drahmetrasim (Twitter)Buna alerji demek mümkün değil. Newsweek' in uydurması sadece. Orijinal makalede yazdığı gibi sitotoksik bir reaksiyon olabilir. Hakiki bir alerjiden bahsedebilmek için ay tozuna karşı spesifik IgE' yi göstermek gerekir. https://t.co/QPA9n09DKK https://t.co/zHXOECsW65
view full postMarch 17, 2022
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EAPCCT
@eapcct (Twitter)The potential damage from inhaling this dust is unknown but research shows that lunar soil simulants are, with variable activity, cytotoxic and genotoxic to both neuronal and lung-derived cells in culture. 7/8 https://t.co/2WeVhg7sL6
view full postJuly 20, 2021
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(((Asa Zernik)))
@AsaZernik (Twitter)@EK14MeV @wellerstein a) the health effects of radiation are hard to disentangle from health effects of lunar dust: see e.g. https://t.co/s79orDaLRX b) despite the health damage, most of those astronauts have lived *longer* than life expectancy for their age/sex cohort
view full postFebruary 3, 2021
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Research Square
@researchsquare (Twitter)To many, moon dust is not the first considered hazard of space exploration. But lunar soil can wreak havoc on human health. Researchers have thus sought to better understand its toxicological properties. Read the @AguGeohealth study: https://t.co/QUG2wEQsnE https://t.co/SiD9DSKAwH
view full postOctober 1, 2020
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x dave
@MiyaresDave (Twitter)https://t.co/j8mL3TKMby
view full postFebruary 14, 2019
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com/doi/full/10.1002/2017GH000125 Dalam studinya, tim tersebut merendam dua senyawa berbasis besi yang ditemukan di Bulan, yakni olivin dan augit. Dua ...
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Quite Detached—Astropharmacy and Astrotoxicology in Space ...
https://agupubs.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/2017GH000125. [30] M. H. Hecht et al., Detection of Perchlorate and the Soluble Chemistry ...
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Entire cities could fit inside the moon's monstrous lava tubes : r ...
... 10.1002/2017GH000125. 2) Another problem is a silicosis type disease caused by the fine dust entering the air sacks of the lung. The immune ...
view full postAugust 17, 2020
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Die giftige Seite des Mondes - Mondstaub könnte ähnlich ...
... 10.1002/2017GH000125). (ESA, 11.07.2018 – NPO). 11. Juli 2018. Keine Meldungen mehr verpassen – mit unserem wöchentlichen Newsletter. Teilen ...
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月の「チリ」は人体にとって極めて危険でDNAを損傷することも ...
com/doi/full/10.1002/2017GH000125 Moon Dust Could Give Astronauts Permanent DNA Damage, Study Finds https://www.livescience.com/62590-moon ...
view full postMay 18, 2018
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"Chile" of the moon turns out to be extremely dangerous for the ...
... 10.1002/2017GH000125 Moon Dust Could Give Astronauts Permanent DNA Damage, Study Finds https://www.livescience.com/62590-moon-dust-bad-lungs ...
view full postMay 18, 2018
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Moon dust would give astronauts 'lunar hay fever' - Futurity
Original Study DOI: 10.1002/2017GH000125. Related. 3D map sheds light on distant planet. Nasal congestion is really common among ISS astronauts ...
view full postMay 4, 2018
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Abstract Synopsis
- Previous lunar missions highlighted potential risks associated with lunar soil, particularly for astronauts who may spend extended periods on the Moon.
- Studies using lung and neuronal cell cultures exposed to lunar soil simulants showed that these materials could lead to cell death and DNA damage.
- Freshly crushed lunar soil simulants were more harmful than those received from suppliers, but the observed cytotoxicity and genotoxicity did not directly relate to the production of reactive oxygen species or the accumulation of detectable DNA damage.


EAPCCT
@eapcct (Twitter)