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Monte Carlo optimization of an epithermal neutron flux monitor for BNCT

Xingcai GuanSchool of Nuclear Science and Technology, Lanzhou University, Lanzhou, P.R. ChinaCorrespondence[email protected]
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Isao MurataDivision of Sustainable Energy and Environmental Engineering, Graduate School of Engineering, Osaka University, Suita, JapanView further author information
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Tieshan WangSchool of Nuclear Science and Technology, Lanzhou University, Lanzhou, P.R. ChinaView further author information
Pages 1118-1122 | Received 20 Mar 2017, Accepted 14 Jun 2017, Published online: 04 Jul 2017

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