Solid-State Gamma-Ray Detection Using Quantum Dots
Tom Nakotte | 22-LW-054
Executive Summary
We will research a new class of solid-state gamma-ray detectors based on lead selenide quantum dots, which offer the possibility of producing large-area detectors with improved energy resolution when compared to plastic/organic scintillators. If successful, this detector would be vital to homeland security efforts and could be fabricated at a fraction of the cost of single-crystal detectors.
Publications, Presentations, and Patents
Nakotte, Tom, Simran Singh, and Anna M. Hiszpanski. “Understanding Methods to Determine Energy Levels of Quantum Dot Films for Device Integration.” SPIE Conference Proceeding: Optics and Photonics. Accepted. 2022.
Nakotte, Tom, Simran Singh, and Anna M. Hiszpanski. “Understanding Methods to Determine Energy Levels of Quantum Dot Films for Device Integration.” Lecture. SPIE Conference 2022: Optics and Photonics. San Francisco, CA 2022.
Xu, Xiaojie, Tom Nakotte, and Christine Orme. “Single Step Deposition of Thick Compact Quantum Dot Films.” Poster. ACS Fall 2022 Conference. Chicago, IL. Virtual. 2022.
