Topical Compositions and Glove for Protection and Shielding Against Radiation Exposure

These technologies have applications in military, nuclear energy, and emergency preparedness.

Over the past several decades, there has been a proliferation of medical diagnostic and treatment devices that involve the use of X-rays, beta rays, gamma rays, and radioactive isotopes. In addition, there has been recent concern regarding possible radiation exposure from nuclear weapons and terrorist attacks on nuclear facilities. Thus, there is a need for devices that can protect areas of the body that may be exposed to damaging radiation without hindering the user’s dexterity or loss of touch sensation.