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Could A Mound of Dust and Rock Protect Astronauts from Deadly Radiation?


g the astronauts of the Artemis program is one of NASA's highest priorities. The agency intends to have a long-term presence on the Moon, which means long-term exposure to dangerous radiation levels.

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