Christopher Busby

Christopher Busby is a British scientist known for his work in the field of radiation and health physics. He has been a prominent figure in the debate over the health effects of radioactive substances, particularly those released by nuclear accidents and nuclear weapons testing.

Early life and education

Busby was born in London, England. He received his BSc in Chemistry from the University of London and his PhD in Chemical Physics from the University of Kent. His doctoral research focused on the spectroscopy of molecular excited states.

Career

Busby has held a variety of positions in academia and industry. He has been a senior lecturer in Chemical Physics at the University of Kent, a scientific advisor to the Green Party in the UK, and a visiting professor at the University of Ulster. He has also worked as a consultant on radiation risk for several international organizations, including the European Parliament and the City of London.

Busby's research has focused on the health effects of exposure to ionizing radiation. He has argued that current models for assessing radiation risk, which are based on the effects of high-dose exposure, are inadequate for predicting the effects of low-dose exposure. He has also suggested that certain types of radiation, such as that from uranium and plutonium, are more harmful than others.

Controversies

Busby's views on radiation risk have been controversial. Some scientists have criticized his methods and conclusions, arguing that they are not supported by the scientific evidence. However, Busby has defended his work, arguing that it is based on a careful analysis of the available data.

Publications

Busby has published numerous articles and books on radiation and health. His most well-known book is probably Wings of Death, which presents his views on the health effects of radiation.

See also

• Radiation poisoning
• Nuclear accidents
• Health physics