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Tools and Techniques in Radiation Biophysics

Autor Ashima Pathak
en Limba Engleză Hardback – 28 dec 2023
This textbook describes the study of radiation, covering the basic concepts and their advanced applications, and highlights the handling of radioisotopes and radiation measurements using various instruments. The book also focuses on the effects and up-to-date applications of radiation on biological systems and their use in diagnosing and treating various diseases. Chapters provide an easy understanding of the subject matter with the help of self-explanatory, well-illustrated figures and easy-to-grasp language.
“Tools and Techniques in Radiation Biophysics” is designed for undergraduate and post-graduate studying radiation Biophysics as one of the major courses in medical physics, nuclear medicine, biophysics, and other applied sciences. The multi-disciplinary approach of this book facilitates learning and a deep understanding of the concepts and helps the readers develop an interest in the subject so that they can pursue their careers efficiently in this field. Researchers and lecturers will value this book to enhance their knowledge and clarify queries.
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Specificații

ISBN-13: 9789819960859
ISBN-10: 9819960851
Pagini: 317
Ilustrații: XXI, 317 p. 47 illus., 32 illus. in color.
Dimensiuni: 155 x 235 mm
Greutate: 0.7 kg
Ediția:1st ed. 2023
Editura: Springer Nature Singapore
Colecția Springer
Locul publicării:Singapore, Singapore

Cuprins

Ch 1 Historical Perspectives of Radiation.- Ch 2 Atomic and Nuclear Structure.- Ch 3 Radioactivity and its Unita.- Ch 4 Radioactive Decay Laws.- Ch 5 Interaction of Radiation with Matter.- Ch 6 Artificial Radioactive Isotopes.- Ch 7 Measurement of Radiation.- Ch 8  Use of Radiation in Diagnosis.- Ch 9 Use of Radiation in Therapy.- Ch 10 Use of Radiation in Cancer Therapy.- Ch 11 Metabolic and Biological Effects of Deposited Radionuclides.- Ch 12 Use of Radiation in Molecular Biology.- Ch 13 Other Applications of Radiations.- Ch 14 Dosimetry and Safety Issues.


Notă biografică

Dr. Ashima Pathak has a rich teaching experience of about 20 years and is presently working as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Biotechnology, GGDSD College, Chandigarh. Her area of specialization is Radiation Biophysics, Biophysical Techniques, and Trace Metal Toxicology. Previously she has also served in the Department of Nuclear Medicine, PGIMER, Chandigarh, where she was involved in handling radioisotopes and various diagnostic machines, like Gamma Camera and radiation dosimeters, that are used in the clinical diagnosis and therapy of various diseases.


She did her graduation, post-graduation, and doctorate from the Department of Biophysics Panjab University Chandigarh, where she was awarded a gold medal on graduation. She has guided several postgraduate students in their research work. She has been awarded UGC-funded grants and fellowships.

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This textbook describes the study of radiation, covering the basic concepts and their advanced applications, and highlights the handling of radioisotopes and radiation measurements using various instruments. The book also focuses on the effects and up-to-date applications of radiation on biological systems and their use in diagnosing and treating various diseases. Chapters provide an easy understanding of the subject matter with the help of self-explanatory, well-illustrated figures and easy-to-grasp language. “Tools and Techniques in Radiation Biophysics” is designed for undergraduate and post-graduate studying radiation Biophysics as one of the major courses in medical physics, nuclear medicine, biophysics, and other applied sciences. The multi-disciplinary approach of this book facilitates learning and a deep understanding of the concepts and helps the readers develop an interest in the subject so that they can pursue their careers efficiently in this field. Researchers andlecturers will value this book to enhance their knowledge and clarify queries.

Caracteristici

Illustrated in easy language and well-illustrated figures Chapters provide practical examples along with key points and innovative questions Provides special mention of the safety issues that must be considered while dealing with radioisotopes