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Microdosimetry: Principles and applications
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Abstract
Aim
to present the most important aspects of Microdosimetry, a research field in radiation biophysics.
Background
microdosimetry is the branch of radiation biophysics that systematically studies the spatial, temporal and spectral aspects of the stochastic nature of the energy deposition processes in microscopic structures.
Materials and Methods
we briefly review its history, the people, the formalism and the theories and devices that allowed researchers to begin to understand the true nature of radiation action on living matter.
Results and Conclusions
we outline some of its applications, especially to Boron Neutron Capture Therapy, attempting to explain the biological effectiveness of the boron thermal neutron capture reaction.
Abstract
Aim
to present the most important aspects of Microdosimetry, a research field in radiation biophysics.
Background
microdosimetry is the branch of radiation biophysics that systematically studies the spatial, temporal and spectral aspects of the stochastic nature of the energy deposition processes in microscopic structures.
Materials and Methods
we briefly review its history, the people, the formalism and the theories and devices that allowed researchers to begin to understand the true nature of radiation action on living matter.
Results and Conclusions
we outline some of its applications, especially to Boron Neutron Capture Therapy, attempting to explain the biological effectiveness of the boron thermal neutron capture reaction.
Keywords
Microdosimetry; Ionizing Radiation; Dual Radiation Action; BNCT
About this articleTitle
Microdosimetry: Principles and applications
Journal
Reports of Practical Oncology and Radiotherapy
Issue
Pages
135-139
Published online
2016-03-01
DOI
10.1016/j.rpor.2014.10.006
Bibliographic record
Rep Pract Oncol Radiother 2016;21(2):135-139.
Keywords
Microdosimetry
Ionizing Radiation
Dual Radiation Action
BNCT
Authors
Gustavo A. Santa Cruz