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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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....
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...
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...
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,...
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...
Evaluation of indoor and outdoor radiological health hazards for manufactured sands of Tamil Nadu, India
December 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...
Electrodeposition of actinides: Optimization of deposition parameters by chronoamperometric studies
March 2025
To quantify alpha-emitting radionuclides by alpha spectrometry, it is necessary to prepare a thin and uniform alpha source on a suitable substrate. Electrodeposition is the most used electrochemical...
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...
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...
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...
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...