Скачать или смотреть Revolutionizing Medical Imaging: Breakthrough in Nuclear Medicine

In this episode, we explore a groundbreaking paper from Nature Communications that unveils a major advancement in medical imaging technology. The research introduces Cesium Lead Bromide (CsPbBr3) crystals, a new type of material that offers crystal-clear imaging at a fraction of the cost of current high-end options.

We delve into the world of nuclear medicine, explain how Single Photon Emission Computed Tomography (SPECT) works, and discuss how this new development could dramatically improve disease detection, particularly for conditions like cancer and heart disease.

The episode highlights the ingenious techniques used by researchers to overcome previous limitations, achieving unprecedented clarity and stability in imaging—promising a future where top-tier diagnostic tools are accessible to all.

Timestamps
00:00 Introduction to a Medical Imaging Breakthrough
00:31 Understanding Nuclear Medicine and SPECT
01:10 The Trade-Off in Current SPECT Technology
01:36 Introducing Cesium Lead Bromide: The Game-Changing Crystal
02:24 Overcoming Imperfections: The Polishing Technique
03:49 Record-Breaking Results of the New Detector
05:19 Implications for the Future of Medical Imaging

Source:
Shen, N. et al. Single photon γ-ray imaging with high energy and spatial resolution perovskite semiconductor for nuclear medicine. Nat. Commun. 16, 8113 (2025).