Feasibility of Simultaneous 152Eu and 154Eu radioisotope production from natural europium for gamma spectrometry calibration
December 2026
In this study, the feasibility of producing two radioisotopes, 152Eu and 154Eu, through irradiation of natural europium was investigated using the MCNPX 2.6 code and MATLAB computational software. 152Eu...
Tracing rare earth elements for nuclear forensics signatures in Mpumalanga province, South Africa
December 2026
The original assessment of the nuclear material is the primary objective of nuclear forensics. Among various signatures, rare earth elements (REEs) have proven to be highly significant in identifying...
Analysis neutronic performance of the GAMA microreactor heat pipe
December 2026
Attention to developing nuclear microreactors has increased because of their simple designs, fast construction, high safety level, flexible operation modes, and capability to operate for special needs...
Investigating the gamma-ray shielding performance of europium-doped tellurite glasses
September 2026
Radiological protection demands advanced, lead-free shielding materials for nuclear and medical technologies. However, it remains unknown how systematic Eu2O3 doping influences the gamma-ray attenuation...
Radiological hazard analysis of building materials in Penang, Malaysia: Safety evaluation and global comparative insights for U-238, Th-232, and K-40
September 2026
This study evaluates natural radioactivity levels in building materials used in Penang, Malaysia. Soil, cement, and brick samples were analyzed for radionuclides U-238, Th-232, and K-40 using High Purity...
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...
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...
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...
Radon activity, physicochemical water quality, and age-specific radiological risk assessment in tap water of Iraqi Kurdistan
September 2026
Twenty tap water samples were collected from various sites across Iraqi Kurdistan and subjected to comprehensive analysis aimed at monitoring radon activity concentrations alongside key physicochemical...
Neutronic safety assessment of an in-core irradiation rig for NTD applications in the Tehran research reactor
June 2026
In-core irradiation devices should be introduced in research reactors through a neutronic safety margins assessment. The present study is directed at the evaluation of the effects that a proposed Neutron...
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...
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...
Validation of ENDF/B-VIII.0 and NCrystal thermal scattering laws for graphite in criticality safety analysis using OpenMC
June 2026
Accurate prediction of criticality in nuclear systems relies on high-fidelity nuclear data, particularly for thermal neutron scattering in moderating and reflecting materials. This study presents a...
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...
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...
The Distribution of Neutron Number and Time in Persistent Fission Chains Initiated by δ-source
Available online 19 May 2026
This work is a study of the random evolution of fission chains. To investigate the fission pulse initiation time of a pulse reactor under δ-source initiation, we started from Hansen's formula and derived...
Evaluation of Indoor and Outdoor Radiological Health Hazards for Manufactured Sands of Tamil Nadu, India
Available online 15 May 2026
This study evaluates the natural radioactivity levels and radiological hazards of manufactured sand (M-sand) collected from Tamil Nadu, India, using high-resolution gamma-ray spectrometry. Twenty M-sand...
Neutron/Gamma detection and discrimination performance of a miniature liquid scintillation detector for neutron spectroscopy measurement within reactor blanket
Available online 12 May 2026
In order to monitor the neutron energy spectrum in designated regions inside the reactor blankets while minimizing perturbations to the medium, a miniature liquid scintillation detector was designed...
Geant4-Based Optimization of Neutron–Gamma Shielding for the IR-IECF Device
Available online 12 May 2026
Inertial electrostatic confinement fusion (IECF) devices generate a mixed radiation field consisting of 2.45 MeV D–D neutrons and secondary gamma rays, which requires carefully optimized shielding for...
CROSS-INFLUENCE OF NATURAL RADIOACTIVITY AND NUCLEAR WASTE MANAGEMENT IN OIL-RICH REGIONS: A CASE STUDY OF EKAKPAMRE COMMUNITY IN DELTA STATE, NIGERIA
Available online 28 April 2026
This study investigates the cross-influence of natural radioactivity and nuclear waste mismanagement in Ekakpamre, a petroleum-producing community in the Niger Delta region of Nigeria. The region, long...
Potential Healthy Risk of Activity Concentration of Uranium-238 in External and Internal Materials Used by Newborns in Iraq
Available online 22 April 2026
Newborns exposed to uranium face significant health risks stemming from its radioactive and chemical properties. Exposure during this critical period can compromise organ development, restrict growth,...
Comprehensive Review of the Management and Shielding Solutions for Disused Sealed Radioactive Sources (DSRS)
Available online 21 April 2026
DSRS presents a growing radiological and security challenge, particularly in low and middle-income countries. These sources, widely used in industry, medicine, and research, often retain their activity...
Neutronic Analysis of a Single Fuel Pin Cell from the APR1400 Benchmark Using the DRAGON5 and OpenMC Codes.
Available online 16 April 2026
The calculation of reactivity differences represents a fundamental concept in nuclear reactor physics and in the validation of neutronic codes. When assessing or validating a code’s accuracy, the comparison...
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...
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...