Dec 09, 2025  
2025-2026 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
2025-2026 Undergraduate Catalog

HPS 420 - Radiation Biology



Radiation biochemistry, radiation effects on cellular structure and function, organs and systems, organisms, and populations. Discussions include target theory, direct and indirect effects, cell survival kinetics, prompt effects including acute radiation syndrome, delayed effects, and dose-effect relationships.

Credits: 3
Prerequisites: ( BIOL 189A  and BIOL 189L) or KIN 224 , and   /  or   .