Gamma-ray detection and analysis techniques have become indispensable in both basic and applied nuclear research. Modern systems utilise semiconductor detectors – notably high-purity germanium (HPGe) ...

Depending on the circumstances you find yourself in, a Geiger counter can be a tremendously useful tool. With just a click or a chirp, it can tell you if any invisible threats lurk. But a Geiger ...

Marine gamma-ray spectrometry represents a pivotal methodological advancement for assessing radiological activity in marine environments. Recent developments in detector technology – including sodium ...

"Developed initially for space observations, the Compton Camera has now proven its worth as a tool for addressing complex scientific questions in other domains as well." When you purchase through ...

Astronomers have caught a cosmic explosion doing something it was never supposed to do, firing off three powerful gamma-ray bursts from the same source within hours. The triple outburst is forcing ...

The grizzled asteroid miner is a stock character in science fiction. Now, a couple of recent events — one legal and the other technological — have brought asteroid mining a step closer to reality. The ...

Ocean Optics reports on how spectroscopy revolutionizes research by utilizing light to analyze materials, improving accuracy and efficiency.