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Application of particle-induced X-ray emission to research in biology and medicine

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The analytical technique of particle-induced X-ray emission (PIXE) is described, and recent applications to problems in biomedical research are surveyed.

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Williams, E.T. Application of particle-induced X-ray emission to research in biology and medicine. Biol Trace Elem Res 12, 19–31 (1987). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF02796663

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