  We investigate here quantum effects in gravitational collapse of a scalar
field model which classically leads to a naked singularity. We show that
non-perturbative semi-classical modifications near the singularity, based on
loop quantum gravity, give rise to a strong outward flux of energy. This leads
to the dissolution of the collapsing cloud before the singularity can form.
Quantum gravitational effects thus censor naked singularities by avoiding their
formation. Further, quantum gravity induced mass flux has a distinct feature
which may lead to a novel observable signature in astrophysical bursts.
