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Solar cell materials could make medical imaging safer, more cost-effective

Health Imaging

Not only could the materials reduce patient exposure to ionizing radiation, they also could reduce costs associated with traditional X-ray equipment, according to newly published research in Nature Communications.

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How X-Rays Improve Your Overall Health

Professional Radiology

Medical professionals also discovered the inherent radiation risks with the process and have now improved the protocols and techniques to minimize this exposure. With the use of some ionizing radiation, a clear picture is produced and a physician can find the precise location of a fracture. Pinpointing injuries. Mammography.

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Radiography, Research, and You

The British Institute of Radiology

Over the next 130 years, medical imaging has undergone many varied evolutions to become a cornerstone of modern-day medicine. Prior to my current position, I’ve spent time as a Radiation Protection Supervisor, and well as a trainer for graduate and post graduate radiographers. All beginning with that first piece of research.