Vibrational spectroscopy techniques, including Raman and infrared (IR) spectroscopy, have gained significant attention for their ability to provide molecular fingerprints with high specificity. By leveraging plasmonic nanostructures, Surface-Enhanced Raman Spectroscopy (SERS) and Surface-Enhanced Infrared Absorption (SEIRA) further enhance the detection sensitivity, enabling trace-level...
Medical isotopes are a vital aspect of nuclear medicine. They are essential for positron emission tomography (PET) and single photon emission computed tomography (SPECT), which aid with early detection of cancers, and isotopes are also used in some treatments, such as targeted radionuclide therapy. However, the yield of cyclotron-produced isotopes is lower than its theoretical potential. To...
Introduction: Intraoperative MRI (iMRI) 1,2 provides real-time imaging during surgery. This is crucial in neurosurgery for precise targeting and complete resection of tumours, reducing the risk of residual tissue and the need for repeat surgeries. For imaging, a radiofrequency (RF) coil must be placed around the head. For effective use in surgery, the top part of the coil should be easily...
