Review: Pair distribution functions from neutron total scattering for the study of local structure in disordered materials
December 2022
With the development of pulsed spallation sources of neutrons in recent years has come the possibility to generate intense beams of higher energy than possible at reactor sources. This has enabled neutron...
Radiation target: Moving from theory to practice
June 2022
Radiation target theory refers to that ionizing radiation hits specific molecules or organellaes in cells, resulting in structural damage, gene mutation, chromosome breakage and other target effects...
The nuclear power renaissance in the 21st century: Analyzing past trends, present status, and future outlook
September 2026
Global nuclear energy is witnessing a measurable resurgence as a strategic solution for climate mitigation and energy security. As of 2024, 417 nuclear reactors operating in 32 countries generate approximately...
Assessment of soil radon-driven natural radioactivity and associated radiation dose in Central-Eastern regions of Morocco using AlphaGUARD
June 2026
This study examines spatial variations in soil radon (222Rn) levels across four zones of the Central-Eastern parts of Morocco (Tikajouine, Imilchil, Itzer, and Aït Ayach). The AlphaGUARD PQ2000 PRO...
Assessment of radiation shielding properties for some concrete mixtures against photon and neutron radiations
March 2025
This study evaluates fifteen concrete formulations, including standard and hybrid types such as Barite, Iron-Limonite, and Luminite-Colemanite-Barite, to determine their effectiveness in shielding against...
Exploring the impact of anode material on X-ray photon fluence and characteristics: A Monte Carlo simulation study
June 2024
This study investigates the critical significance of anode material selection in defining the energy spectrum and properties of X-ray photons in medical physics applications. Using the GATE platform...
Geant4-based optimization of spallation targets for high-intensity neutron production
September 2026
Spallation reactions are the basis of high-flux neutron source development for accelerator-driven systems (ADS), transmutation of radioactive waste, and radioisotope production. Using detailed simulations...
Benchmarking of the efficiency of the NaI(Tl) detector using FLUKA, MCNP, and experimental measurements at multiple source distances
December 2025
Accurate calibration of NaI(Tl) scintillation detectors is essential for reliable gamma-ray spectrometry in nuclear safeguards and environmental radiation monitoring. This study investigates the full...
Recent advancements of organic scintillators in enhancing the performance of fast neutron detection: A review
June 2025
Recent advancements in organic scintillators with neutron-gamma discrimination properties have significantly enhanced the performance of fast neutron detection, addressing critical needs in high energy...
Feasibility of producing 225Ac via thermal neutron irradiation of 226Ra: A systematic theoretical study
September 2024
With a suitable half-life and abundant radiolabeling strategy, 225Ac has become one of the most promising radionuclides in the area of targeted alpha therapy. However, limited radionuclide supply is...
Strategic analysis for advancing Morocco's nuclear infrastructure using PESTELE framework
June 2024
Morocco's exploration of nuclear energy aligns with both climate goals and national energy ambitions, offering a promising low-carbon alternative to conventional fossil fuels. Despite the nation's significant...
Radiological hazard assessment and statistical analysis of radionuclides in the soil samples of Raparin region, Iraq
June 2026
Soil samples from the Raparin region of Iraqi Kurdistan were analyzed to determine natural radionuclide concentrations and assess the associated radiological hazards. Monitoring indoor and outdoor radioactivity...
Neutron activation analysis of sediments of the Karnaphuli river, Bangladesh: Elemental contamination and ecological risk assessments
June 2026
In this study, the neutron activation analysis method was applied to determine 23 major and trace elements (Na, Al, K, Sc, Ti, V, Cr, Mn, Fe, Co, Zn, As, Rb, Cs, La, Ce, Sm, Eu, Dy, Yb, Hf, Th, and...
A comparative analysis of the NaI detector response function using GAMOS and FLUKA Monte Carlo simulations
December 2024
This work aims to study the response function of a 2″×2″ NaI(Tl) scintillation detector using Monte Carlo simulations. A precise mathematical model of the NaI(Tl) scintillator was developed using both...
Evaluating the health impact of indoor radon concentration in laboratory environments: a focus on lung cancer risk
March 2026
This investigation assessed indoor radon concentrations across 11 laboratories using CR-39 solid-state nuclear track detectors to measure alpha particle emissions. Following exposure, detectors were...
Measurement of natural radioactivity and assessment of radiological hazard indices in soil from Tirunelveli District, Tamil Nadu, India with statistical approach
March 2025
The activity concentrations of naturally occurring radionuclides 238U, 232Th, and 40K were determined in 31 soil samples collected from the Tirunelveli District of Tamil Nadu using grid sampling method....
Polyvinyl alcohol composites (PVA) with added Pb, Bi, and Sn: A study on radiation shielding and gamma ray attenuation
March 2026
Lead (Pb) is widely used for radiation shielding due to its high atomic number, density, affordability, and availability. However, its toxicity poses serious environmental and health risks. This study...
Optimization of dead time correction for digital gamma ray spectroscopy based on social spider algorithm
September 2025
Gamma spectroscopy is a pivotal technique in radiation measurement and monitoring, with applications spanning nuclear physics, environmental science, and medical diagnostics. However, a major challenge...
Assessment of metal contamination in sediment of Kerala Coast, India using EDXRF technique and Multivariate Statistical method
March 2025
The current study focused on the distribution of heavy metals in sediments from coastline of Kerala, India using Energy Dispersive X-ray Fluorescence (EDXRF) technique. The concentration of V, Cr, Mn,...
Thermal analysis and simulation of key parameters in target design for laboratory fusion systems
June 2026
This research focuses on the simulation and design of solid deuterated targets for deuterium-deuterium (D-D) fusion systems. Using Monte Carlo simulation techniques with Geant4 version 11.0, the effects...
Assessment of natural radioactivity in soil samples collected from the Tosham region, Northwestern India
September 2026
This study evaluates the distribution, radiological significance, and controlling factors of naturally occurring radionuclides in agricultural soils from the Tosham Ring Complex (TRC), north-western...
Chemical separation of uranium-233 from neutron-irradiated 232ThO2 targets using a dual-column technique
March 2025
Uranium-233 (233U) is an important synthetic isotope and used as isotope dilution references for safeguards, non-proliferation, and nuclear forensics measurements. In this work, the chemical separation...
Review: Current progresses of small-angle neutron scattering on soft-matters investigation
June 2022
A review of the recent works on soft-matters based on small-angle neutron scattering (SANS) is presented. This Review is intended to be a relatively comprehensive source for applying SANS on soft-matters...
Activity levels and radiological hazards of chemical fertilizers used for farm crops in Ondo city, Southwest, Nigeria
March 2026
Fertilizers contain several radioactive elements of the decay series of 238U, 226Ra and 232Th and they can be a source of human exposure to gamma radiation when crops grown with fertilizers are consumed...
Quantitative analysis of MMRTG power decay due to thermal inventory loss
March 2026
The Multi-Mission Radioisotope Thermoelectric Generator (MMRTG) experiences electrical power decline due to Pu-238 decay and thermoelectric (TE) degradation. In this work, the contribution of Pu-238...