Physics of nuclear reactors and other application of nuclear physics

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Physics of nuclear reactor and other applications of nuclear physics

• Part A : Physics of nuclear reactors
  • Reactor operation principle from fondamental nuclear processes
  • Microscopic reactions and their impact on the reactor behaviour
  • Reactor safety, life-cycle and limits of today’s reactors
  • New generation reactors. Key-words : neutron, fission, criticity, numerical simulation, energy, reactor, radioactive fuel

• Part B : Other applications

1. Characterization techniques with radiations : 
   • • Proton Induced X-ray Emission (PIXE)
     • Rutherford Back-Scattering (RBE)
     • Nuclear Reaction Analysis
     • Neutron diffraction
2. Applications to health :
   • • Medical imaging (scanner, Pet, γ-camera)
     • Radio/hadron-therapy
     • Dosimetry
3. Applications to environmental measurements :
   • • Ambiant radioactivity
     • Gamma spectroscopy (in-lab and in-situ)
     • Specific issue of low activities

Compétences visées

•    Applying knowledge in physics

•    Apply methods from mathematics and digital technology

•    Produce a critical analysis, with hindsight and perspective

•    Interact with colleagues in physics and other disciplines

•    Develop and manage an experimental project, including digital aspects

•    Operate an experimental device, including digital aspects, from use to data analysis

•    Take on responsibilities in a team working on an experimental project

•    Research a physics topic using specialised resources

•    Communicate in writing and orally, including in English

•    Contribute to research work in physics

•    Respect ethical, professional and environmental principles in the practice of physics

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