Dosimetry: Was and Is an Absolute Requirement for Quality Radiation Research

Daniel Johnson1, H Harold Li1, Bruce F Kimler1

  • 1Department of Radiation Oncology, University of Kansas Medical Center, Kansas City, Kansas 66160-7321.

Radiation Research
|July 2, 2024
PubMed
Summary

This review traces the evolution of radiation dosimetry, emphasizing its critical role in advancing radiation research and applications. Accurate dosimetry is indispensable for high-quality research and practical uses of ionizing radiation.

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