Biwu Ma and his team of researchers have developed new materials to act as scintillators, which have many applications in imaging. Scintillators act as a translator between different types of energy by converting high-energy radiation into visible light. Scintillators can be used in healthcare, security x-rays, and in the detection of radiation
Ma has built upon previous research by using both organic and inorganic materials to create a new class of scintillators. This allows for higher resolution and contrast in images. “Using a hybrid material made up of both organic and inorganic components means each component can be used for the part of the process where it is most effective,” says Ma
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