Advanced in Performance of PIG Ion Source for PETtrace Medical Cyclotron

Abstract

Over the last few years, there has been remarkable progress in the techniques and methods used to treat and diagnose cancer. These include the medical cyclotron, which is important in generating radioactive isotopes. This thesis aims at examining how different parameters such as electric and magnetic fields, and gas pressure affect the performance of the Penning Ionization Gauge (PIG) ion source used in PET medical cyclotron. Using CST Studio Suite for simulations, this study aims to identify the optimal conditions under which the ion source operates most efficiently.