Nuclide transmutation path of in-reactor irradiation of 237Np (IMAGE)

Nuclear Science and Techniques

Nuclide transmutation path of in-reactor irradiation of 237Np

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The method of producing Pu-238 through in-reactor irradiation of Np-237 has the advantage of low radioactive contamination, therefore, the production of 238Pu by the in-reactor irradiation of 237Np is the mainstream. During the irradiation process, various new nuclides are produced and multiple nuclear reactions occur, which are coupled with each other, forming an extremely complex nuclide transformation process. (https://doi.org/10.1007/s41365-024-01461-x)

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Dr. Qingquan Pan

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