Miniature Neutron Source Reactors in medical research: achievements and challenges

Miniature neutron source reactors (MNSRs) and their challenges were investigated. Then, MNSRs structure and operation were discussed, and conflicting usages of high enriched uranium fuel and its technical challenges were explored. By using low enriched uranium it is possible to produce 99 Mo isotope...

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Published in:Journal of radioanalytical and nuclear chemistry 2017-12, Vol.314 (3), p.1497-1504
Main Authors: Hosseini, M. A., Ahmadi, M.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Boron
Chemistry
Chemistry and Materials Science
Diagnostic Radiology
Enriched uranium
Hadrons
Heavy Ions
Inorganic Chemistry
Ionizing radiation
Isotopes
Medical research
Neutrons
Nuclear capture
Nuclear Chemistry
Nuclear fuels
Nuclear Physics
Nuclear weapons
Physical Chemistry
Radioisotopes
Reactors
Uranium
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Summary:Miniature neutron source reactors (MNSRs) and their challenges were investigated. Then, MNSRs structure and operation were discussed, and conflicting usages of high enriched uranium fuel and its technical challenges were explored. By using low enriched uranium it is possible to produce 99 Mo isotopes with similar quality, plus using low enriched uranium does not increase the potential risks and high does level. Furthermore, it is possible to produce several medical radioisotopes such as 99 Mo/ 99 m Tc generator, 131 I, 65 Zn, and 177 Lu. These reactors can be employed in Boron Neutron Capture Therapy. After conversion, these reactors can be used more frequently and effectively.
ISSN:0236-5731
1588-2780
DOI:10.1007/s10967-017-5554-x