Is something in Chernobyl eating radiation? ☢️ Ukrainian National Academy of Sciences’ researchers have discovered a black mold in Chernobyl’s soil that doesn’t just survive radiation. It might actually feed on it. This mold is rich in melanin, a pigment that helps protect against damage, and it appears to grow toward radioactive particles. Researchers believe it uses a process called radiosynthesis to turn radiation into energy. This unusual adaptation could inspire new ways to protect against