The impact of gadolinium on the reactor production of 153Sm

Electrochemical and kinetic studies on the electrolytic extraction of Gd on Bi electrode in LiCl–KCl melt

“…Advancements in science and technology are heavily dependent on material innovation, specifically the development and utilization of rare earth materials referred to as industrial vitamins and universal additives. 1 Gadolinium (Gd) is a rare earth element that is stable under dry air and has varied applications in fields such as nuclear energy, 2–5 medical imaging, 6–8 and magnetic refrigeration 9,10 due to its sizeable thermal neutron capture surface, high magnetic moment, and promising superconducting potential. In recent years, the demand for Gd-containing materials such as reactor inhibitors, radiation shielding boards and medical diagnostic contrast agents, has increased significantly as a result of the ongoing promotion of global carbon emission reduction and the prevention and control of COVID-19.…”