Structural, Optical, and Neutron Sensitivity Properties of Yb³⁺/Tb³⁺ Codoped Alkaline Earth Tetraborates.

ABSTRACT: This study explores the synthesis, structural properties, and multifunctional potential of Yb³⁺/Tb³⁺ codoped alkaline earth tetraborates (CaB₄O₇, MgB₄O₇, and SrB₄O₇) synthesized via solid-state (SS), solution combustion (SC), and combustion (C) methods. The multifunctional potential of the synthesized materials arises from their unique combination of properties in one material. The first property is related to their high boron content and thus to their high neutron capture cross section, providing effective functionality for boron neutron capture therapy (BNCT) and shielding. This enables the particles to be selective tumor cell destruction agents under neutron irradiation. The second property is their

SUBMITTER: Hızal OC 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12461423 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature