Female astronauts have a lower threshold for space radiation than their male counterparts

Thursday, February 20, 2014 - 11:07 in Astronomy & Space

Why are there more men than women in space? The answer might not be as straightforward as you first think. According to physiological models used by NASA, female astronauts have a lower threshold for space radiation than their male counterparts, meaning opportunities for space exploration are more limited for them.

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