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402-0620-00L DR , MSC D-PHYS
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Current Topics in Accelerator Mass Spectrometry and Its Applicatons

Lecturers: Prof. em. Dr. Sean Willett, Dr. Marcus Christl
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Last Updated: 2026-06-01 11:30:59

Abstract

The seminar is aimed at all students who, during their studies, are confronted with age determination methods based on long-living radionuclides found in nature. Basic methodology, the latest developments, and special examples from a wide range of applications will be discussed.

Objective

The seminar provides the participants an overview about newest trends and developments of accelerator mass spectrometry (AMS) and related applications. In their talks and subsequent discussions the participants learn intensively about the newest trends in the field of AMS thus attaining a broad knowledge on both, the physical principles and the applications of AMS, which goes far beyond the horizon of their own studies.

General Information

Language
English
Levels
DR , MSC
Frequency
Semesterly recurring

Examination

Type
no performance assessment

Course Components

Type Title Time & Place Hours
seminar Current Topics in Accelerator Mass Spectrometry and Its Applicatons
  • Wed 13:45-15:30 (HPK D 24.2)
2 h weekly

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