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View article: Astro-COLIBRI: A Comprehensive Platform for Real-Time Multi-Messenger Astrophysics
Astro-COLIBRI: A Comprehensive Platform for Real-Time Multi-Messenger Astrophysics Open
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View article: Efficient Quantization-Aware Neural Receivers: Beyond Post-Training Quantization
Efficient Quantization-Aware Neural Receivers: Beyond Post-Training Quantization Open
As wireless communication systems advance toward Sixth Generation (6G) Radio Access Networks (RAN), Deep Learning (DL)-based neural receivers are emerging as transformative solutions for Physical Layer (PHY) processing, delivering superior…
View article: Efficient Deep Neural Receiver with Post-Training Quantization
Efficient Deep Neural Receiver with Post-Training Quantization Open
Deep learning has recently garnered significant interest in wireless communications due to its superior performance compared to traditional model-based algorithms. Deep convolutional neural networks (CNNs) have demonstrated notable improve…
View article: Design and experimental validation of a compact spectrometer for epithermal neutrons
Design and experimental validation of a compact spectrometer for epithermal neutrons Open
A novel neutron compact spectrometer with an isotropic response called Neutron Capture Therapy Activation Compact Spectrometer is presented (**). The device is sensitive from thermal up to 100 keV neutrons, and it is designed for working i…
View article: Communities of ectoparasites associated with cricetid rodents in Pereyra Iraola Biosphere Reserve, Argentina, with an analysis of Rickettsia infection
Communities of ectoparasites associated with cricetid rodents in Pereyra Iraola Biosphere Reserve, Argentina, with an analysis of Rickettsia infection Open
Cricetid rodents are associated with ectoparasites, which are components of biodiversity. They may also cause diseases and act as potential vectors of microorganisms. The Pereyra Iraola Park (PPI) is situated in the area of greatest biodiv…
View article: Evidence-Based Periodic Health Examinations for Adults: A Practical Guide
Evidence-Based Periodic Health Examinations for Adults: A Practical Guide Open
Periodic health examinations, or annual clinical checkups, are a primary reason for seeking medical care. The objective is to identify hidden problems or diseases in their early stages and to promote behaviors that prevent or minimize the …
View article: Interim report for the International Muon Collider Collaboration (IMCC) = Interim report for the International Muon Collider Collaboration
Interim report for the International Muon Collider Collaboration (IMCC) = Interim report for the International Muon Collider Collaboration Open
The International Muon Collider Collaboration (IMCC) [1] was established in 2020 following the recommendations of the European Strategy for Particle Physics (ESPP) and the implementation of the European Strategy for Particle Physics-Accele…
View article: TetraBall: A single-moderator neutron spectrometer for HL-LHC
TetraBall: A single-moderator neutron spectrometer for HL-LHC Open
This contribution presents a novel single-moderator neutron spectrometer, named “TetraBall”, developed at INFN and optimized for characterizing the neutron field in the CMS experimental cavern. The TetraBall condenses the functionality of …
View article: Resistive Read-out in Thin Silicon Sensors with Internal Gain
Resistive Read-out in Thin Silicon Sensors with Internal Gain Open
Two design innovations, low-gain avalanche (Low-Gain Avalance Diode, LGAD) and resistive read-out (Resistive Silicon Detector, RSD), have brought strong performance improvements to silicon sensors. Large signals, due to the added gain mech…
View article: First test beam measurement of the 4D resolution of an RSD pixel matrix connected to a FAST2 ASIC
First test beam measurement of the 4D resolution of an RSD pixel matrix connected to a FAST2 ASIC Open
This paper presents the measurement of the spatial and temporal resolutions of a Resistive Silicon Detector (RSD) pixel matrix read out by the FAST2 ASIC, a 16-channel fully custom amplifier developed by INFN Torino using a 110 nm CMOS tec…
View article: Low gain avalanche detectors for precision timing in the CMS MTD endcap timing layer
Low gain avalanche detectors for precision timing in the CMS MTD endcap timing layer Open
The MIP Timing Detector (MTD) of the Compact Muon Solenoid (CMS) is designed to provide precision timing information (with resolution of ∼40 ps per layer) for charged particles, with hermetic coverage up to a pseudo-rapidity of |η| = 3. Th…
View article: The first batch of compensated LGAD sensors
The first batch of compensated LGAD sensors Open
A new development of radiation-resistant silicon sensors is presented. The new sensors exploit the Low-Gain Avalanche Diode (LGAD) technology, with internal multiplication of the charge carriers, in combination with thin substrates, intrin…
View article: Characterisation of the neutron sources in use at STUK SSDL through a new transfer instrument with spectrometric capabilities
Characterisation of the neutron sources in use at STUK SSDL through a new transfer instrument with spectrometric capabilities Open
Characterising neutron sources for calibration or generic testing purposes is a complex task, as the neutron spectrum may depend, to some extent, on the construction characteristics of the source. Bonner spheres (BS) are the traditional sp…
View article: Neutron spectroscopy for Boron Neutron Capture Therapy beams characterization
Neutron spectroscopy for Boron Neutron Capture Therapy beams characterization Open
Boron Neutron Capture Therapy (BNCT) is a therapeutic treatment for malignant tumors that utilizes the nuclear reactions that happen when thermal neutrons are captured by boron-10 atoms to selectively destroy designated cells. Boron-10 ato…
View article: Characterization of thin carbonated LGADs after irradiation up to 2.5· 10<sup>15</sup> n<sub>1 Mev eq.</sub>/cm<sup>2</sup>
Characterization of thin carbonated LGADs after irradiation up to 2.5· 10<sup>15</sup> n<sub>1 Mev eq.</sub>/cm<sup>2</sup> Open
EXFLU1 is a new batch of radiation-resistant silicon sensors manufactured at Fondazione Bruno Kessler (FBK, Italy). The EXFLU1 sensors utilize thin substrates that remain operable even after extensive irradiation. They incorporate Low-Gain…
View article: 4CPS-170 Clinical pharmacy prioritisation algorithm for patients in psychiatric long-term care: a pilot study
4CPS-170 Clinical pharmacy prioritisation algorithm for patients in psychiatric long-term care: a pilot study Open
Background and Importance A prioritisation algorithm for long-term psychiatric patients contributes to patient safety by identifying the individual's risk of experiencing drug-related problems (DRPs). To date no such algorithm is applicabl…
View article: First test beam measurement of the 4D resolution of an RSD 450 microns pitch pixel matrix connected to a FAST2 ASIC
First test beam measurement of the 4D resolution of an RSD 450 microns pitch pixel matrix connected to a FAST2 ASIC Open
This paper reports on the spatial and temporal resolutions of an RSD 450 microns pitch pixels array measured at the DESY test beam facility. RSDs, Resistive Silicon Detectors, also known as AC-LGAD, achieve excellent position and temporal …
View article: MuCol Milestone Report No. 5: Preliminary Parameters
MuCol Milestone Report No. 5: Preliminary Parameters Open
This document is comprised of a collection of updated preliminary parameters for the key parts of the muon collider. The updated preliminary parameters follow on from the October 2023 Tentative Parameters Report. Particular attention has b…
View article: Machine learning for precise hit position reconstruction in Resistive Silicon Detectors
Machine learning for precise hit position reconstruction in Resistive Silicon Detectors Open
RSDs are LGAD silicon sensors with 100% fill factor, based on the principle of AC-coupled resistive read-out. Signal sharing and internal charge multiplication are the RSD key features to achieve picosecond-level time resolution and micron…
View article: High-precision 4D tracking with large pixels using thin resistive silicon detectors
High-precision 4D tracking with large pixels using thin resistive silicon detectors Open
The basic principle of operation of silicon sensors with resistive read-out is built-in charge sharing. Resistive Silicon Detectors (RSD, also known as AC-LGAD), exploiting the signals seen on the electrodes surrounding the impact point, a…
View article: Recent results on the new fragment in-flight separator at INFN-LNS
Recent results on the new fragment in-flight separator at INFN-LNS Open
A project for an upgrade of the Superconducting Cyclotron is underway at INFN-LNS. One of the goals of this project is the production of RIBs (Radioactive Ion Beams) of high intensity. To reach this purpose, a dedicated facility consisting…
View article: Study and perspective on neutron beam divergence improvement achievable by the combination of two or more neutron collimating systems
Study and perspective on neutron beam divergence improvement achievable by the combination of two or more neutron collimating systems Open
This communication presents the results obtained at an experimental campaign at PSI BOA beamline using the combination of the ANET Compact Neutron Collimator (CNC) with the actual BOA pin-hole system. Through extensive resolution campaigns…
View article: Improved methodologies to study the performance of the ANET Compact Neutron Collimator
Improved methodologies to study the performance of the ANET Compact Neutron Collimator Open
The ANET project aims at developing 2D compact neutron collimators for neutron imaging applications. The results of the ANET collimator performances, presented in this communication, are based on data collected at the FISH beamline at TU-D…
View article: Study and perspective on neutron beam divergence improvement achievable by the combination of two or more neutron collimating systems
Study and perspective on neutron beam divergence improvement achievable by the combination of two or more neutron collimating systems Open
This communication presents the results obtained at an experimental campaign at PSI BOA beamline using the combination of the ANET Compact Neutron Collimator (CNC) with the actual BOA pin-hole system. Through extensive resolution campaigns…
View article: Improved methodologies to study the performance of the ANET Compact Neutron Collimator
Improved methodologies to study the performance of the ANET Compact Neutron Collimator Open
The ANET project aims at developing 2D compact neutron collimators for neutron imaging applications. The results of the ANET collimator performances, presented in this communication, are based on data collected at the FISH beamline at TU-D…
View article: Resistive Read-out in Thin Silicon Sensors with Internal Gain
Resistive Read-out in Thin Silicon Sensors with Internal Gain Open
Two design innovations, low-gain avalanche (Low-Gain Avalance Diode, LGAD) and resistive read-out (Resistive Silicon Detector, RSD), have brought strong performance improvements to silicon sensors. Large signals, due to the added gain mech…