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An 241Am Plasma Desorption Ionization (AmDI) Source for Medical Applications

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: Plasma Desorption Ionization (PDI) stands as a robust analytical technique facilitating the identification and quantification of a diverse array of compounds, including drugs, metabolites, and biomolecules within biological specimens. This study delves into the exploration of efficient and cost-effective ionization methodologies geared towards medical applications. Introducing an innovative avenue known as Americium-241 Plasma Desorption Ionization (AmDI), leveraging the radioactive element Americium-241 found in smoke detectors, boasting a lengthy half-life of 432.2 years.

Source: Biomedical Journal of Scientific & Technical Research

DOI: 10.26717/bjstr.2024.59.009254

Author: A Hernandez Trinidad

Institution: Universidad de Guanajuato

Language: English

Topic: Mass Spectrometry Techniques and Applications

Subfield: Spectroscopy

Field: Chemistry

Domain: Physical Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: diamond

Funder: Universidad de Guanajuato