Sensors & Electronics
Nuclear Radiation Sensors
Dosimeter for Medical Radiation Therapy (153)
Problem: Real-time sensors are needed to monitor radiation therapy dosages to ensure optimal treatment results
Project Activity Scope (from Technical Overview Chart): Mechanisms through Devices
PNNL Solution:
- Developed superior scintillating glass for real-time measurement of local radiation (X-ray and neutron) doses
- Fabricated scintillating optical fibers
- Developed in-situ probe to monitor boron neutron capture therapy dose
- Data allowed accurate dose control
- Clinical trials conducted
Capabilities Employed to Meet Client Needs: Optical engineering; single photon counting; analog and digital electronics; mechanical hardware design; system test and evaluation.
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Contact: Mary Bliss
