CamInd α-Rn: A PHYSICAL SIMULATOR FOR IN VIVO USE
Radon, a natural alpha-emitting radioactive gas, predominantly comprises the isotope 222Rn from the 238U series, accounting for 54% of the natural dose in homes. This study developed a radon simulator for enhanced indoor monitoring, using a high-uranium-content source, achieving average radon concentrations of 3,200 ± 324 and 4,654 ± 467 Bq m-3 with passive and active methods, respectively. The simulator facilitated expanded research, in vivo monitoring, and meter certification, offering a cost-effective tool to manage the health impacts of radon and promote radiation safety standards.
Authors
- A. Azevedo (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8572-9877)
- Cassya Regina Pereira Guimarães (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4997-4343)
- Zahily Herrero Fernández (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-8790-7830)
- Mariana Brayner Cavalcanti (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-0812-7236)
- Romilton dos Santos Amaral (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-5434-4832)
- Yasmin Marques dos Santos (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-2155-1034)
- Artur Paiva Coutinho (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0644-0037)
- Eduardo Eudes Nóbrega de Araújo (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-5020-0313)
- José Araújo dos Santos Júnior (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7144-1071)
- Josineide M. N. Santos
- Jaci Maria Santana (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-2582-3751)
- Isabel Lopes (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-9325-0329)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Química Nova
- Published
- 2025-01-01
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.21577/0100-4042.20250126
- Primary Topic
- RNA Interference and Gene Delivery
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00