I have been more worried about Fungi-Eating Radiation

On Mon, Nov 11, 2013 at 2:01 PM, H Veeder <[email protected]> wrote:

> 'Radiation-Eating' Fungi Finding Could Trigger Recalculation Of Earth's
> Energy Balance And Help Feed Astronauts
>
> May 23, 2007
> http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2007/05/070522210932.htm
>
> <<Dr. Casadevall notes that the melanin in fungi is no different
> chemically from the melanin in our skin. "It's pure speculation but not
> outside the realm of possibility that melanin could be providing energy to
> skin cells," he says. "While it wouldn't be enough energy to fuel a run on
> the beach, maybe it could help you to open an eyelid.">>
>
> harry
>

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