A Center for Medical and Materials Science Research with Free Electron Lasers.
Abstract
The objective of this program was to develop an integrated laboratory dedicated to the exploration of the medical applications and materials of free-electron lasers with the capability to: (a) develop and apply advanced FEL and medical technologies and techniques; (b) provide user faclities to qualified un-affiliated researchers through an applications program; and (c) carry out an ongoing, high level critical review of the current and possible future applications of FELs in medicine. This report summarizes the accomplishments of the program, including: (a) design, construction, commissioning, and upgrades of the Duke short and long wavelength FELs; (b) FEL technology research, including hole-coupling, fourth-harmonic generation, giant laser pulses, RF photocathode guns, mode selection, IR fiber optics, and dynamic aperture physics; and (c) applications research in areas such as infrared two-photon spectroscopy of organic semiconductors and porphyrins, mode-selective chemistry, narrow-line spectroscopy, low collateral damage surgical incisions in cornea, brain, spinal cord, peripheral nerve, teeth, and skin.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Dec 01, 1994
- Accession Number
- ADA309125
Entities
People
- John M. Madey
Organizations
- Duke University