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Author n_TOF Collaboration (Alcayne, V. et al); Babiano-Suarez, V.; Caballero-Ontanaya, L.; Domingo-Pardo, C.; Ladarescu, I.; Tain, J.L.
Title Measurement of the 244Cm neutron capture cross section at the n_TOF facility at CERN Type Journal Article
Year 2026 Publication (up) Annals of Nuclear Energy Abbreviated Journal Ann. Nucl. Energy
Volume 227 Issue Pages 111977 - 14pp
Keywords Neutron capture cross section; Neutron total cross section; Resonance analysis
Abstract Accurate neutron capture cross section data for minor actinides are essential for the safe and efficient management of high level radioactive waste produced during the operation of nuclear reactors. In particular, Cm-244, with a half-life of 18.11 years, dominates neutron emission in spent fuel and also contributes significantly to the decay heat and radiotoxicity. Furthermore, neutron capture on Cm-244 opens the pathway for the formation of heavier isotopes such as Bk, Cf, and other Cm isotopes. Sensitivity studies for present and future nuclear reactors have highlighted the need to reduce the uncertainties in the Cm-244 capture cross section. Experimental data on the capture cross section of this isotope are scarce due to the challenges associated with its measurements. Prior to the presented measurement and two recent measurements conducted at J-PARC, only one set of data for the Cm-244 capture cross section existed, obtained in 1969 during an underground nuclear explosion experiment. The capture cross section of Cm-244 has been measured at the nTOF facility at CERN with three different experimental setups: one at Experimental Area 1 (EAR1) using the Total Absorption Calorimeter and two measurements at Experimental Area 2 (EAR2) with C6D6 detectors, employing two different samples. The results from these three measurements were found to be compatible and then combined. In total, 17 resonances of Cm-244 were measured at nTOF below 300 eV. The radiative kernels obtained in this measurement are in good agreement with JENDL-4.0 for the majority of the resonances. Additionally, they are compatible with the recent JENDL-5 library below 50 eV, while at higher energies, the majority of radiative kernels from this evaluation based on the recent measurement by Kawase et al., are not compatible. Additionally, the Cm-244 samples also contained Pu-240. Resonances of this isotope were analyzed in the energy range between 20 and 180 eV, and the results were found to be consistent with previous measurements and evaluations, that enhances confidence in the Cm-244 results.
Address [Alcayne, V.; Mendoza, E.; Cano-Ott, D.; Alvarez-Velarde, F.; Becares, V.; Gonzalez-Romero, E.; Martinez, T.; de Rada, A. Perez] Ctr Invest Energet Medioambientales & Tecnol CIEM, Madrid, Spain, Email: victor.alcayne@ciemat.es
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Publisher Pergamon-Elsevier Science Ltd Place of Publication Editor
Language English Summary Language Original Title
Series Editor Series Title Abbreviated Series Title
Series Volume Series Issue Edition
ISSN 0306-4549 ISBN Medium
Area Expedition Conference
Notes WOS:001652151100001 Approved no
Is ISI yes International Collaboration yes
Call Number IFIC @ pastor @ Serial 7020
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Author Torres-Sanchez, P.; Lerendegui-Marco, J.; Balibrea-Correa, J.; Babiano-Suarez, V.; Gameiro, B.; Ladarescu, I.; Alvarez-Rodriguez, P.; Daugas, J.M.; Koester, U.; Michelagnoli, C.; Pedrosa-Rivera, M.; Porras, I.; Ruiz-Magaña, M.J.; Ruiz-Ruiz, C.; Domingo-Pardo, C.
Title The potential of the i-TED Compton camera array for real-time boron imaging and determination during treatments in Boron Neutron Capture Therapy Type Journal Article
Year 2025 Publication (up) Applied Radiation and Isotopes Abbreviated Journal Appl. Radiat. Isot.
Volume 217 Issue Pages 111649 - 9pp
Keywords Boron neutron capture therapy; Compton imaging; Detector development; 3D reconstruction
Abstract This paper explores the adaptation and application of i-TED Compton imagers for real-time dosimetry in Boron Neutron Capture Therapy (BNCT). The i-TED array, previously utilized in nuclear astrophysics experiments at CERN, is being optimized for detecting and imaging 478 keV gamma-rays, critical for accurate BNCT dosimetry. Detailed Monte Carlo simulations were used to optimize the i-TED detector configuration and enhance its performance in the challenging radiation environment typical of BNCT. Additionally, advanced 3D image reconstruction algorithms, including a combination of back-projection and List-Mode Maximum Likelihood Expectation Maximization (LM-MLEM), are implemented and validated through simulations. Preliminary experimental tests at the Institut Laue-Langevin (ILL) demonstrate the potential of i-TED in simplified conditions, with ongoing experiments focusing on testing imaging capabilities in realistic BNCT conditions.
Address [Torres-Sanchez, Pablo; Lerendegui-Marco, Jorge; Balibrea-Correa, Javier; Babiano-Suarez, Victor; Gameiro, Bernardo; Ladarescu, Ion; Domingo-Pardo, Cesar] Univ Valencia, Inst Fis Corpuscular, CSIC, Valencia, Spain, Email: pablo.torres@ific.uv.es
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Publisher Pergamon-Elsevier Science Ltd Place of Publication Editor
Language English Summary Language Original Title
Series Editor Series Title Abbreviated Series Title
Series Volume Series Issue Edition
ISSN 0969-8043 ISBN Medium
Area Expedition Conference
Notes WOS:001420228100001 Approved no
Is ISI yes International Collaboration yes
Call Number IFIC @ pastor @ Serial 6515
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Author Lerendegui-Marco, J.; Hallam, J.; Cisterna, G.; Sanchis-Molto, A.; Balibrea-Correa, J.; Babiano-Suarez, V.; Calvo, D.; Ladarescu, I.; de la Fuente, G.; Gameiro, B.; Torres-Sanchez, P.; Domingo-Pardo, C.
Title First experimental results and optimization study of the portable neutron-gamma imager GN-Vision Type Journal Article
Year 2025 Publication (up) Applied Radiation and Isotopes Abbreviated Journal Appl. Radiat. Isot.
Volume 224 Issue Pages 111826 - 13pp
Keywords Dual neutron-gamma imaging; Hadron therapy; Nuclear inspections; Neutron collimator; Coded-aperture mask; CLYC detector
Abstract GN-Vision is a compact, dual-modality imaging device designed to simultaneously localize the spatial origin of y-ray and slow neutron sources, with potential applications in nuclear safety, security, and hadron therapy. The system utilizes two position-sensitive detection planes, combining Compton imaging techniques for yray visualization with passive collimation for imaging slow and thermal neutrons (energies below 100 eV). This paper presents the first experimental outcomes from the initial GN-Vision prototype, focused on the development of its neutron imaging capabilities. Following this experimental assessment, we explore the device's performance potential and discuss several Monte Carlo simulation-based optimizations aimed at refining the neutron collimation system. These optimizations seek to improve real-time imaging efficiency and cost-effectiveness, enhancing GN-Vision's applicability for future practical deployments.
Address [Lerendegui-Marco, J.; Hallam, J.; Cisterna, G.; Balibrea-Correa, J.; Babiano-Suarez, V.; Calvo, D.; Ladarescu, I.; de la Fuente, G.; Gameiro, B.; Torres-Sanchez, P.; Domingo-Pardo, C.] Univ Valencia, Inst Fis Corpuscular, CSIC, Valencia, Spain, Email: jorge.lerendegui@ific.uv.es
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Publisher Pergamon-Elsevier Science Ltd Place of Publication Editor
Language English Summary Language Original Title
Series Editor Series Title Abbreviated Series Title
Series Volume Series Issue Edition
ISSN 0969-8043 ISBN Medium
Area Expedition Conference
Notes WOS:001492651800004 Approved no
Is ISI yes International Collaboration yes
Call Number IFIC @ pastor @ Serial 6672
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Author Lerendegui-Marco, J.; Balibrea-Correa, J.; Alvarez-Rodriguez, P.; Babiano-Suarez, V.; Gameiro, B.; Ladarescu, I.; Mendez-Malagon, C.; Michelagnoli, C.; Porras, I.; Porras-Quesada, M.; Ruiz-Ruiz, C.; Torres-Sanchez, P.; Domingo-Pardo, C.
Title First pilot tests of Compton imaging and boron concentration measurements in BNCT using i-TED Type Journal Article
Year 2025 Publication (up) Applied Radiation and Isotopes Abbreviated Journal Appl. Radiat. Isot.
Volume 225 Issue Pages 112009 - 9pp
Keywords BNCT; Dosimetry; Compton imaging
Abstract Dosimetry in BNCT poses significant challenges due to the indirect effect of neutrons interacting with elements within the body and uncertainties associated with the uptake of boron compounds used in clinical practice. Current treatment planning relies on unconventional estimates of boron tumor uptake derived from prior PET scans and thus, an online boron-uptake monitor would be highly convenient. This work presents the first pilot experiments carried out at ILL-Grenoble with the high-efficiency Compton camera i-TED, hereby aiming at demonstrating its applicability for BNCT dosimetry by introducing real-time measurement of the boron concentration and imaging capabilities of spatial dose distribution. In this experiment, we measured the 10B uptake of different cancer cells of tongue squamous cell carcinoma, malignant melanoma and glioblastoma treated with BPA (80 ppm of 10B). The samples were irradiated with the thermal neutron spectrum of ILL-Grenoble and the 478 keV 1-rays from the 7Li de-excitation after the neutron-boron reaction were registered both with the Compton imager and the high-sensitivity FIPPS HPGe array. These series of measurements allowed us to demonstrate the imaging capabilities of the Compton imaging device for the 478 keV 1-rays of interest for dosimetry in BNCT, as well as to assess its sensitivity, which was found to be below 1 μg of 10B.
Address [Lerendegui-Marco, J.; Balibrea-Correa, J.; Babiano-Suarez, V.; Gameiro, B.; Torres-Sanchez, P.; Domingo-Pardo, C.] Univ Valencia, Inst Fis Corpuscular, CSIC, Valencia, Spain, Email: jorge.lerendegui@ific.uv.es
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Publisher Pergamon-Elsevier Science Ltd Place of Publication Editor
Language English Summary Language Original Title
Series Editor Series Title Abbreviated Series Title
Series Volume Series Issue Edition
ISSN 0969-8043 ISBN Medium
Area Expedition Conference
Notes WOS:001529928600002 Approved no
Is ISI yes International Collaboration yes
Call Number IFIC @ pastor @ Serial 6758
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Author n_TOF Collaboration (Patronis, N. et al); Babiano-Suarez, V.; Balibrea-Correa, J.; Domingo-Pardo, C.; Ladarescu, I.; Lerendegui-Marco, J.
Title Status report of the n_TOF facility after the 2nd CERN long shutdown period Type Journal Article
Year 2023 Publication (up) EPJ Techniques and Instrumentation Abbreviated Journal EPJ Tech. Instrum.
Volume 10 Issue 1 Pages 13 - 10pp
Keywords Neutron time of flight; Spallation target; Nuclear astrophysics; Neutron physics; Neutron induced fission; Neutron reactions
Abstract During the second long shutdown period of the CERN accelerator complex (LS2, 2019-2021), several upgrade activities took place at the nTOF facility. The most important have been the replacement of the spallation target with a next generation nitrogen-cooled lead target. Additionally, a new experimental area, at a very short distance from the target assembly (the NEAR Station) was established. In this paper, the core commissioning actions of the new installations are described. The improvement in the nTOF infrastructure was accompanied by several detector development projects. All these upgrade actions are discussed, focusing mostly on the future perspectives of the n_TOF facility. Furthermore, some indicative current and future measurements are briefly reported.
Address [Patronis, N.; Goula, S.; Eleme, Z.; Stamati, M. E.; Vagena, E.] Univ Ioannina, Ioannina, Greece, Email: nikolaos.patronis@cern.ch
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Publisher Springer Place of Publication Editor
Language English Summary Language Original Title
Series Editor Series Title Abbreviated Series Title
Series Volume Series Issue Edition
ISSN 2195-7045 ISBN Medium
Area Expedition Conference
Notes WOS:001008786600001 Approved no
Is ISI yes International Collaboration yes
Call Number IFIC @ pastor @ Serial 5591
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Author Lerendegui-Marco, J.; Babiano-Suarez, V.; Balibrea-Correa, J.; Caballero, L.; Calvo, D.; Ladarescu, I.; Domingo-Pardo, C.
Title Simultaneous Gamma-Neutron Vision device: a portable and versatile tool for nuclear inspections Type Journal Article
Year 2024 Publication (up) EPJ Techniques and Instrumentation Abbreviated Journal EPJ Tech. Instrum.
Volume 11 Issue 1 Pages 2 - 17pp
Keywords Gamma imaging; Neutron imaging; Nuclear inspections; Homeland security; Nuclear waste characterization
Abstract This work presents GN-Vision, a novel dual gamma-ray and neutron imaging system, which aims at simultaneously obtaining information about the spatial origin of gamma-ray and neutron sources. The proposed device is based on two position sensitive detection planes and exploits the Compton imaging technique for the imaging of gamma-rays. In addition, spatial distributions of slow- and thermal-neutron sources (<100 eV) are reconstructed by using a passive neutron pin-hole collimator attached to the first detection plane. The proposed gamma-neutron imaging device could be of prime interest for nuclear safety and security applications. The two main advantages of this imaging system are its high efficiency and portability, making it well suited for nuclear applications were compactness and real-time imaging is important. This work presents the working principle and conceptual design of the GN-Vision system and explores, on the basis of Monte Carlo simulations, its simultaneous gamma-ray and neutron detection and imaging capabilities for a realistic scenario where a Cf-252 source is hidden in a neutron moderating container.
Address [Lerendegui-Marco, Jorge; Babiano-Suarez, Victor; Balibrea-Correa, Javier; Caballero, Luis; Calvo, David; Ladarescu, Ion; Domingo-Pardo, Cesar] Univ Valencia, Inst Fis Corpuscular, CSIC, Valencia, Spain, Email: jorge.lerendegui@ific.uv.es
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Publisher Springer Place of Publication Editor
Language English Summary Language Original Title
Series Editor Series Title Abbreviated Series Title
Series Volume Series Issue Edition
ISSN 2195-7045 ISBN Medium
Area Expedition Conference
Notes WOS:001171512700001 Approved no
Is ISI yes International Collaboration no
Call Number IFIC @ pastor @ Serial 5975
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Author Babiano-Suarez, V. et al; Lerendegui-Marco, J.; Balibrea-Correa, J.; Caballero, L.; Calvo, D.; Ladarescu, I.; Real, D.; Domingo-Pardo, C.
Title Imaging neutron capture cross sections: i-TED proof-of-concept and future prospects based on Machine-Learning techniques Type Journal Article
Year 2021 Publication (up) European Physical Journal A Abbreviated Journal Eur. Phys. J. A
Volume 57 Issue 6 Pages 197 - 17pp
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Abstract i-TED is an innovative detection system which exploits Compton imaging techniques to achieve a superior signal-to-background ratio in (n, gamma) cross-section measurements using time-of-flight technique. This work presents the first experimental validation of the i-TED apparatus for high-resolution time-of-flight experiments and demonstrates for the first time the concept proposed for background rejection. To this aim, the Au-197(n, gamma) and Fe-56(n, gamma) reactions were studied at CERN n_TOF using an i-TED demonstrator based on three position-sensitive detectors. Two C6D6 detectors were also used to benchmark the performance of i-TED. The i-TED prototype built for this study shows a factor of similar to 3 higher detection sensitivity than state-of-the-art C6D6 detectors in the 10 keV neutron-energy region of astrophysical interest. This paper explores also the perspectives of further enhancement in performance attainable with the final i-TED array consisting of twenty position-sensitive detectors and newanalysis methodologies based on Machine-Learning techniques.
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ISSN 1434-6001 ISBN Medium
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Notes WOS:000662881100001 Approved no
Is ISI yes International Collaboration yes
Call Number IFIC @ pastor @ Serial 4875
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Author n_TOF Collaboration (Domingo-Pardo, C. et al); Babiano-Suarez, V.; Balibrea-Correa, J.; Caballero, L.; Ladarescu, I.; Lerendegui-Marco, J.; Tain, J.L.; Tarifeño-Saldivia, A.
Title Advances and new ideas for neutron-capture astrophysics experiments at CERN n_TOF Type Journal Article
Year 2023 Publication (up) European Physical Journal A Abbreviated Journal Eur. Phys. J. A
Volume 59 Issue 1 Pages 8 - 11pp
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Abstract This article presents a few selected developments and future ideas related to the measurement of (n, gamma ) data of astrophysical interest at CERN n_TOF. The MC-aided analysis methodology for the use of low-efficiency radiation detectors in time-of-flight neutron-capture measurements is discussed, with particular emphasis on the systematic accuracy. Several recent instrumental advances are also presented, such as the development of total-energy detectors with gamma- ray imaging capability for background suppression, and the development of an array of small-volume organic scintilla tors aimed at exploiting the high instantaneous neutron-flux of EAR2. Finally, astrophysics prospects related to the intermediate i neutron-capture process of nucleosynthesis are discussed in the context of the new NEAR activation area.
Address [Domingo-Pardo, C.; Babiano-Suarez, V.; Balibrea-Correa, J.; Caballero, L.; Ladarescu, I.; Lerendegui-Marco, J.; Tain, J. L.; Tarifeno-Saldivia, A.] Univ Valencia, CSIC, Inst Fis Corpuscular, Valencia, Spain, Email: domingo@ific.uv.es
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Publisher Springer Place of Publication Editor
Language English Summary Language Original Title
Series Editor Series Title Abbreviated Series Title
Series Volume Series Issue Edition
ISSN 1434-6001 ISBN Medium
Area Expedition Conference
Notes WOS:000926364900001 Approved no
Is ISI yes International Collaboration yes
Call Number IFIC @ pastor @ Serial 5479
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Author Tagliente, G. et al; Babiano-Suarez, V.; Domingo-Pardo, C.; Ladarescu, I.; Tain, J.L.
Title High-resolution cross section measurements for neutron interactions on 89Y with incident neutron energies up to 95 keV Type Journal Article
Year 2024 Publication (up) European Physical Journal A Abbreviated Journal Eur. Phys. J. A
Volume 60 Issue 1 Pages 21 - 18pp
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Abstract The cross section of the Y-89(n,gamma) reaction has important implications in nuclear astrophysics and for advanced nuclear technology. Given its neutron magic number N = 50 and a consequent small neutron capture crosssection,89Y represents one of the key nuclides for the stellars-process. It acts as a bottleneck in the neutron capture chain between the Fe seed and the heavier elements. Moreover, it is located at the overlapping region, where both the weak and mains-process components take place.Y-89, the only stable yttrium isotope, is also used in innovative nuclear reactors. Neutron capture and transmission measurements were per-formed at the time-of-flight facilities n_TOF at CERN and GELINA at JRC-Geel. Resonance parameters of individual resonances were extracted from a resonance analysis of the experimental transmission and capture yields, up to a neutron incident energy of 95 keV. Even though a comparison with results reported in the literature shows differences in resonance parameters, the present data are consistent with the Maxwellian averaged cross section suggested by the astro-physical database KADoNiS.
Address [Tagliente, G.; Damone, L. A.; Barbagallo, M.; Colonna, N.; Mastromarco, M.; Mazzone, A.; Variale, V.] Ist Nazl Fis Nucl, Bari, Italy, Email: giuseppe.tagliente@ba.infn.it
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Publisher Springer Place of Publication Editor
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Series Editor Series Title Abbreviated Series Title
Series Volume Series Issue Edition
ISSN 1434-6001 ISBN Medium
Area Expedition Conference
Notes WOS:001157129400001 Approved no
Is ISI yes International Collaboration yes
Call Number IFIC @ pastor @ Serial 5946
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Author n_TOF Collaboration (Patronis, N. et al); Lerendegui-Marco, J.; Domingo-Pardo, C.; Babiano-Suarez, V.; Balibrea-Correa, J.; Tarifeño-Saldivia, A.
Title The CERN n_TOF NEAR station for astrophysics- and application-related neutron activation measurements Type Journal Article
Year 2025 Publication (up) European Physical Journal A Abbreviated Journal Eur. Phys. J. A
Volume 61 Issue 9 Pages 215 - 13pp
Keywords
Abstract A new experimental area, the NEAR station, has recently been built at the CERN n_TOF facility, at a short distance from the spallation target (3 m). The new area, characterized by a neutron beam of very high flux, has been designed with the purpose of performing activation measurements of interest for astrophysics and various applications. The beam is transported from the spallation target to the NEAR station through a hole in the shielding wall of the target, inside which a collimator is inserted. The new area is complemented with a gamma\documentclass[12pt]{minimal} \usepackage{amsmath} \usepackage{wasysym} \usepackage{amsfonts} \usepackage{amssymb} \usepackage{amsbsy} \usepackage{mathrsfs} \usepackage{upgreek} \setlength{\oddsidemargin}{-69pt} \begin{document}$$\gamma $$\end{document}-ray spectroscopy laboratory, the GEAR station, equipped with a high-efficiency HPGe detector, for the measurement of the activity resulting from irradiation of a sample in the NEAR station. The use of a moderator/filter assembly is envisaged, in order to produce a neutron beam with quasi-Maxwellian energy distribution, of different thermal energies, necessary for the determination of Maxwellian Averaged Cross Sections of astrophysical interest. A new fast-cycling activation technique is also being investigated for measurements of reactions leading to isotopes of very short half life.
Address [Patronis, N.; Stamati, M. E.; Goula, S.; Eleme, Z.; Vagena, E.] Univ Ioannina, Ioannina, Greece, Email: nicola.colonna@ba.infn.it
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Publisher Springer Place of Publication Editor
Language English Summary Language Original Title
Series Editor Series Title Abbreviated Series Title
Series Volume Series Issue Edition
ISSN 1434-6001 ISBN Medium
Area Expedition Conference
Notes WOS:001576892200001 Approved no
Is ISI yes International Collaboration yes
Call Number IFIC @ pastor @ Serial 6865
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