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Parameters for Validating a Spectrometric System with Itinerant NaI(Tl) in the Activimeter Calibration

Brazilian Journal of Radiation Sciences
In radiopharmaceutical production centers and nuclear medicine services, short half-life radionuclides are essential. They have been used as radiotracers since their use increased significantly and aroused the interest of national metrology laboratories,
Dayana Azeredo Conceição, José Ubiratan Delgado, Octavio Luiz Trindade Filho   +2 more
doaj   +1 more source

Tackling cancer stemness with nanotechnology in the era of precision medicine

BMEMat, EarlyView.
Precise customization of nanoparticles (NPs) enables active targeting of cancer stem cells (CSCs), thereby improving drug delivery and therapeutic efficacy. NP‐based probing enhances CSC detection through imaging and liquid biopsy, whereas diverse therapeutic payloads improve therapeutic outcomes.
Shaolei Guo, Shun Yao, Lihui Meng, Chunyuan Chen, Yuechu Lucinda Lu, Rong Lu, Kashif Rafiq Zahid, Umar Raza, Qingzhi Wu, Wenli Chen   +9 more
wiley   +1 more source

Radiation influence on antioxidant capacity, bioactive compounds and extractability of coffee processing residues

Brazilian Journal of Radiation Sciences
During the agro-industrial process, the complete reuse of waste is an important part of the process's sustainability. However, in most cases, these materials are inadequately discarded, bringing environmental, economic, and social implications.
João Pedro Alves de Azevedo Barros, Luz Merida Rondan-Flores , Bianca Guimarães Negrão, Ana Sofia Saliba, Severino Alencar, Daniel Vieira, Anna Lucia Villavicencio   +6 more
doaj   +1 more source

From pathogen to “living drug factory” innovative strategies and clinical translation of bacteria as programmable intelligent vectors for cancer therapy

BMEMat, EarlyView.
Engineered bacteria serve as smart, living therapeutics that target tumors, deliver drugs, and remodel immunosuppressive microenvironments. This review highlights their potential to potentiate immunotherapy, radiotherapy, and chemotherapy, offering a promising paradigm for precise and synergistic cancer treatment. Abstract The dynamic interplay between
Haonan Shen, Weichen Zhang, Gaoli Niu, Li Wang, Ruiyan Li, Yueyue Fan, Feixue Lu, Lingling Xu, Xiaoyuan Ji, Yong Kang   +9 more
wiley   +1 more source

The Influence of Au, Gd and I Nanoparticles on Radiation Dose Absorption during High Dose Rate Brachytherapy with 192Ir Source

Brazilian Journal of Radiation Sciences
The efficacy of high dose rate (HDR) brachytherapy for cervical cancer is often constrained by the high radiation exposure to the healthy tissues that surround the tumor consequently diminishing the therapeutic benefits of the technique.
Peter Damian, Innocent Lugendo
doaj   +1 more source

Bridging the translational gap in clinical nanomedicine: From rational design to clinical reality

BMEMat, EarlyView.
Nanotechnology offers a multi‐faceted approach to modern healthcare, encompassing high‐sensitivity diagnostic imaging, innovative vaccine delivery, and targeted therapeutics. This review explores how these nanomedicine applications address critical challenges in cancer recurrence and the treatment of neurologic and respiratory diseases to combat rising
Ahmed H. Ghonaim, Marwa Ahmed El‐Naka, Wedad M. Nageeb, Atta Ullah Khan, Noura M. Seleem, Aliaa Abdelghafar, Doaa Zamel, Yang Liu, Qigai He, Wentao Li   +9 more
wiley   +1 more source

Development of Monte Carlo Models for Neutronic Simulation of SEALER

Brazilian Journal of Radiation Sciences
This work focuses on modeling the Swedish Advanced Lead Reactor (SEALER-Artic), considering current trends in the development of Small Modular Reactors (SMRs) and the well-known advantages of lead-cooled nuclear systems.
Jefferson Quintão Campos Duarte, Thalles Oliveira Campagnani, Claubia Pereira, Clarysson Alberto Mello da Silva   +3 more
doaj   +1 more source

A Systemic Model for Understanding Business Interactions With Biodiversity and Ecosystems

Business Strategy and the Environment, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Biodiversity loss and ecosystem degradation represent critical threats to human well‐being and economic resilience, challenging businesses to understand and manage their interdependence with natural systems. This study develops a systemic framework—the BioModel—that elucidates the reciprocal relationship between businesses, biodiversity, and ...
Lino Cinquini, Giacomo Pigatto, Andrea Tenucci   +2 more
wiley   +1 more source

A Homeowner's Guide to Radioactivity in Drinking Water: Factsheet

, 2003
Radioactive substances are those that are unstable in nature. Radioactive types of uranium, thorium, and radium undergo radioactive decay, emitting radiation.

core   +1 more source

Low‐Carbon Energy Transition and Corporate Carbon Emissions: The Critical Role of Climate Change Mitigation Policies and Institutional Context

Business Strategy and the Environment, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT This study examines the strategic efficacy of corporate low‐carbon energy transition, such as through nuclear energy adoption, as a response to decarbonization pressures. Analyzing an international sample of energy firms, we demonstrate that the relationship between this form of transition and emission reductions is not technologically ...
Bilal Ahmed Abbasi, Mushtaq Hussain Khan, Ambreen Gul, Inam Ul Haq, Muhammad Umer Azeem   +4 more
wiley   +1 more source