Sex differences in radiation research.
Int J Radiat Biol
; 100(3): 466-485, 2024.
Article
in En
| MEDLINE
| ID: mdl-37991728
ABSTRACT
PURPOSE:
The Sex Differences in Radiation Research workshop addressed the role of sex as a confounder in radiation research and its implication in real-world radiological and nuclear applications.METHODS:
In April 2022, HHS-wide partners from the Radiation and Nuclear Countermeasures Program, the Office of Research on Women's Health National Institutes of Health Office of Women's Health, U.S. Food and Drug Administration, and the Radiological and Nuclear Countermeasures Branch at the Biomedical Advanced Research and Development Authority conducted a workshop to address the scientific implication and knowledge gaps in understanding sex in basic and translational research. The goals of this workshop were to examine sex differences in 1. Radiation animal models and understand how these may affect radiation medical countermeasure development; 2. Biodosimetry and/or biomarkers used to assess acute radiation syndrome, delayed effects of acute radiation exposure, and/or predict major organ morbidities; 3. medical research that lacks representation from both sexes. In addition, regulatory policies that influence inclusion of women in research, and the gaps that exist in drug development and device clearance were discussed. Finally, real-world sex differences in human health scenarios were also considered.RESULTS:
This report provides an overview of the two-day workshop, and open discussion among academic investigators, industry researchers, and U.S. government representatives.CONCLUSIONS:
This meeting highlighted that current study designs lack the power to determine statistical significance based on sex, and much is unknown about the underlying factors that contribute to these differences. Investigators should accommodate both sexes in all stages of research to ensure that the outcome is robust, reproducible, and accurate, and will benefit public health.Key words
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Collection:
01-internacional
Database:
MEDLINE
Main subject:
Biomedical Research
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Acute Radiation Syndrome
Limits:
Animals
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Female
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Humans
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Male
Country/Region as subject:
America do norte
Language:
En
Journal:
Int J Radiat Biol
Journal subject:
RADIOLOGIA
Year:
2024
Document type:
Article
Affiliation country:
Estados Unidos