Search Results - "Radiation protection dosimetry"

TERRESTRIAL RADIONUCLIDES IN SURFACE (DAM) WATER AND CONCOMITANT DOSE IN METROPOLITAN KUALA LUMPUR by Khandaker, Mayeen Uddin, Uwatse, Onosohwo Bemigho, Bin Shamsul Khairi, Khairi Azri, Faruque, M R I, Bradley, D A

“…Abstract Batu Dam is of considerable importance to the metropolis of Kuala Lumpur, its existence and the quality assessment of its waters being essential in…”
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OCCUPATIONAL RADIATION EXPOSURE OF THE EYE IN NEUROVASCULAR INTERVENTIONAL PHYSICIAN by Kato, Mamoru, Chida, Koichi, Ishida, Takato, Toyoshima, Hideto, Yoshida, Yasuyuki, Yoshioka, Shotaro, Moroi, Junta, Kinoshita, Toshibumi

“…Neurovascular interventional radiology (neuro-IR) procedures tend to require an extended fluoroscopic exposure time and repeated digital subtraction…”
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RF-INDUCED TEMPERATURE INCREASE IN A STRATIFIED MODEL OF THE SKIN FOR PLANE-WAVE EXPOSURE AT 6–100 GHZ by Christ, Andreas, Samaras, Theodoros, Neufeld, Esra, Kuster, Niels

“…Abstract This study assesses the maximum temperature increase induced by exposure to electromagnetic fields between 6 and 100 GHz using a stratified model of…”
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Review of retrospective dosimetry techniques for external ionising radiation exposures by Ainsbury, E. A., Bakhanova, E., Barquinero, J. F., Brai, M., Chumak, V., Correcher, V., Darroudi, F., Fattibene, P., Gruel, G., Guclu, I., Horn, S., Jaworska, A., Kulka, U., Lindholm, C., Lloyd, D., Longo, A., Marrale, M., Monteiro Gil, O., Oestreicher, U., Pajic, J., Rakic, B., Romm, H., Trompier, F., Veronese, I., Voisin, P., Vral, A., Whitehouse, C. A., Wieser, A., Woda, C., Wojcik, A., Rothkamm, K.

“…The current focus on networking and mutual assistance in the management of radiation accidents or incidents has demonstrated the importance of a joined-up…”
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Computerised curve deconvolution of TL/OSL curves using a popular spreadsheet program by Afouxenidis, D, Polymeris, G S, Tsirliganis, N C, Kitis, G

“…This paper exploits the possibility of using commercial software for thermoluminescence and optically stimulated luminescence curve deconvolution analysis. The…”
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VIRTUAL CLINICAL TRIALS IN MEDICAL IMAGING SYSTEM EVALUATION AND OPTIMISATION by Barufaldi, Bruno, Maidment, Andrew D A, Dustler, Magnus, Axelsson, Rebecca, Tomic, Hanna, Zackrisson, Sophia, Tingberg, Anders, Bakic, Predrag R

“…Abstract Virtual clinical trials (VCTs) can be used to evaluate and optimise medical imaging systems. VCTs are based on computer simulations of human anatomy,…”
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Gamma rays and neutrons attenuation performance of a developed lead borate glass for radiotherapy room by Zeed, Mona Abo, El Shazly, Raed M, Elesh, Eman, El-Mallah, Hanaa M, Saeed, Aly

“…Abstract The development of radiation therapy necessitated a continuous R&D for radiotherapy rooms' glass windows to reach the highest levels of protection for…”
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EVALUATION OF SPECIFIC ABSORPTION RATE IN THE FAR-FIELD, NEAR-TO-FAR FIELD AND NEAR-FIELD REGIONS FOR INTEGRATIVE RADIOFREQUENCY EXPOSURE ASSESSMENT by Liorni, Ilaria, Capstick, Myles, van Wel, Luuk, Wiart, Joe, Joseph, Wout, Cardis, Elisabeth, Guxens, Mònica, Vermeulen, Roel, Thielens, Arno

“…Abstract The specific absorption rate (SAR) induced by wireless radiofrequency (RF) systems depends on different parameters. Previously, SAR was mainly…”
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ANALYSIS OF RADON TIME SERIES RECORDED IN SLOVAK AND CZECH CAVES FOR THE DETECTION OF ANOMALIES DUE TO SEISMIC PHENOMENA by Ambrosino, Fabrizio, Thinová, Lenka, Briestenský, Miloš, Sabbarese, Carlo

“…Anomalies in the radon (222Rn) releases in underground environments are one of the phenomena that can be observed before earthquake occurrence. Continuous…”
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Dose, dose, dose, but where is the patient dose? by Rehani, Madan M, Xu, Xie George

“…The article reviews the historical developments in radiation dose metrices in medical imaging. It identifies the good, the bad, and the ugly aspects of…”
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Assessment of gamma absorbed doses and radiological risk indexes from soil radioactivity around the phosphate area in south Tunisia by Machraoui, Sonia, Labidi, Salam, Purushotham, Mohan M

“…Abstract Human beings are constantly exposed to the radiations coming from the environment. This work assesses the radiological hazards of natural…”
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Virtual reality training for radiation safety in cardiac catheterization laboratories - an integrated study by Fujiwara, Asahi, Fujimoto, Sota, Ishikawa, Ren, Tanaka, Aoi

“…Abstract The advent of fluoroscopically guided cardiology procedures has greatly improved patient outcomes but has also increased occupational radiation…”
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PATIENT DOSES IN COMMON DIAGNOSTIC X-RAY EXAMINATIONS by Metaxas, Vasileios I, Messaris, Gerasimos A, Lekatou, Aristea N, Petsas, Theodore G, Panayiotakis, George S

“…A local survey was conducted, to evaluate the radiation dose to adult patients who underwent diagnostic X-ray examinations. Patient-related and technical data…”
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Risks associated with evacuation and disaster-related death after a radiation disaster: summary of research results from Hamadori region, Fukushima by Zhao, Tianchen, Tsubokura, Masaharu

“…Radiation disasters can lead to a myriad of direct and indirect health effects. The term 'disaster-related deaths' is commonly used in Japan; however,…”
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Optimization of pretreatment protocol for strontium-90 analysis in marine fish bone samples by Tazoe, Hirofumi, Amano, Yosuke, Ishida, Yasuo, Yamada, Masatoshi, Akata, Naofumi

“…For systematic monitoring of radioactive nuclides in marine products, this study aimed at streamlining and simplifying the analysis method for the prominent…”
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Non-returning factors from an interview survey of 16 residents of Katsurao village 12 years after the Fukushima nuclear power plant accident by Ito, Naomi, Amir, Isamu, Moriyama, Nobuaki, Furuyama, Ayako, Sato, Mika, Yamamoto, Chika, Zhao, Tianchen, Tsubokura, Masaharu

“…People generally wish to return home after being evacuated due to disaster situations. Evacuation orders have now been lifted in the Fukushima region following…”
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Countermeasures and follow-up actions in response to information on thyroid cancer, which possibly provoked misunderstanding and unfounded rumour, issued by five former Japanese prime ministers by Amir, Isamu, Ito, Naomi, Tsubokura, Masaharu

“…This study summarises the responses to information on thyroid cancer, which possibly provoked misunderstanding and unfounded rumour, described in a letter…”
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Effect of sampling face velocity on the ultrafine particle surface collection efficiency of a cellulose membrane filter and a cellulose-glass fiber filter for environmental airborne radioactivity monitoring by Kiso, Mizuki, Taoka, Manaya, Sampei, Aoi, Hashimoto, Hiroki, Abe, Yuki, Oda, Yuki, Omori, Yasutaka, Yamada, Ryohei, Hosoda, Masahiro, Kranrod, Chutima, Ishikawa, Tetsuo, Tokonami, Shinji

“…Surface collection efficiency (SCE) of a cellulose membrane filter (CMF) and a cellulose-glass fiber filter used in environmental monitoring for alpha-emitting…”
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Practical cut-off value for radon concentration in indoor air using an activated-charcoal radon collector by Yasuoka, Yumi, Takemoto, June, Omori, Yasutaka, Kawamoto, Nanaho, Goda, Nao, Nagahama, Hiroyuki, Muto, Jun, Tokonami, Shinji, Hosoda, Masahiro, Iimoto, Takeshi, Mukai, Takahiro

“…The World Health Organization (WHO) recommends that countries adopt the reference level of 100 Bq m-3 for indoor radon gas. Adopting the reference level…”
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Should the current radiation protection paradigm and its recommendations be modified to make them more fit to protect the public in future nuclear emergencies? by Mc Laughlin, James

“…The present radiation protection paradigm and its associated recommendations as developed by bodies such as the ICRP have performed very well over past decades…”
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