What is a Cyclotron?
A cyclotron is a particle accelerator that uses magnetic and electric fields to speed up charged particles to very high speeds and powers many of the tools, treatments, and discoveries that improve our daily lives.
What are Radiopharmaceuticals?
Radiopharmaceuticals are used in nuclear medicine worldwide. Their applications range from imaging of many different organs, such as brain, heart, kidney and bone, to the treatment of cancer and hyperthyroidism.
What are Radioactive Sources?
Radioactive sources contain radioactive material of a particular radionuclide (an unstable form of an element emitting radiation), which can vary based on the application for which the source was manufactured.
What Are Particle Accelerators?
Particle accelerators produce and accelerate beams of charged particles, such as electrons, protons and ions, of atomic and sub-atomic size. They are used not only in fundamental research for an improved understanding of matter, but also in plethora of socioeconomic applications related to health, environmental monitoring, food quality, energy and aerospace technologies, and others.
What is Radon and How are We Exposed to It?
One source of natural radiation that presents a danger is radon — a radioactive gas with no colour, smell or taste. It is released from bedrock material and passes through the soil.