Detection of radioactivity by liquid scintillation counting in soil, food and water.
In this training we illustrate the basics of measuring radioactive samples with liquid scintillation counting using a Quantulus 1220 system. You will learn various methods of sample preparation as well as how to interpret and analyze alpha and beta spectra.
Content
The aim of this course is to provide comprehensive training in the analysis of various radioactive nuclides, covering the entire process from sample preparation to final test reporting. This is achieved through a balanced combination of theoretical knowledge and hands-on practical applications.
The course focuses on the determination of ³H, ²²⁶Ra, ²²⁸Ra, ²¹⁰Pb, ²¹⁰Po, ²²²Rn, ⁹⁰Sr, ⁸⁹Sr, and gross alpha/beta activity, including radiochemical sample preparation.
Participants will gain an understanding of the relevant Austrian and European legal frameworks, as well as the principles of method validation, quality assurance, and the evaluation and interpretation of analytical results.
Furthermore, participants will be trained in sample preparation techniques such as co-precipitation and extraction methods, as well as ion exchange and extraction chromatography. All procedures will be carried out individually by each participant under expert supervision in a fully equipped laboratory using real samples.
Target group
- Analysts
- Laboratory managers in the field of radioactivity analysis by liquid scintillation counting (knowledge of radiochemistry is an advantage)
Limitation of participation
Five-day standard course for max. four persons
Date
on request
Location
AGES GmbH Spargelfeldstraße 191 | A-1220 Vienna, Austria
Responsible for content
Mag. Dr. Claudia Landstetter
Department of Radiation Protection and Radiochemistry Department of Radiation Protection, AGES
Fee
on request
AGES Akademie
- akademie@ages.at
- +43 50 555 25201
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Spargelfeldstraße 191
1220 Wien
Last updated: 21.07.2026
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