Ultraviolet light is one of the most familiar cancer risks on Earth, yet it still behaves like a slow, silent explosive in ...

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Lots of sunshine is expected over the weekend and into the start of next week. Everyone loves when the blue sky is out, but many forget to protect their skin from ...

Plants are continuously exposed to solar ultraviolet (UV) radiation, which, while potentially damaging, also functions as an essential environmental signal. The responses to UV radiation encompass a ...

It's an interesting conundrum: The effects of ultraviolet (UV) radiation from sun exposure can induce the onset of, or exacerbate, the symptoms of certain autoimmune diseases. Now flip the coin: UV ...

Ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun is a well-known cause of DNA damage, which can lead to diseases like skin cancer. But how do our cells repair this damage to protect us? Researchers from ...

Ultraviolet (UV) radiation plays a multifaceted role in the dynamic interplay between spider mites, particularly Tetranychus urticae, and their host plants. Research has demonstrated that both UV-B ...

ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) - Summertime in the Blue Ridge means spending time with family, friends, and enjoying time outdoors. All this fun likely means more exposure to the sun. It’s easy to forget to ...

CHICOPEE, Mass. (WWLP) – The UV Index is expected to reach high levels which can damage skin and cause sunburn on Monday. This time of year, the risk of sunburn increases as the UV index increases as ...

AUSTIN, Texas — Spring-like conditions have returned to Central Texas, with warmer temperatures and plenty of sunshine. While many residents will want to get outside and enjoy what Mother Nature has ...

NORFOLK, Va. — It’s that time of the year when we incorporate the UV Index into our forecasts to keep you safe from the harmful rays of the summer sun. But what exactly is the UV Index and how can you ...