2 researchers placing samples in a scintillation counter.

Radiochemistry course

A 2 day radiochemistry course delivered by National Nuclear User Facility - Next Generation Accelerated Characterisation Technologies (NNUF-EXACT) 

Course details

  • Course date: 28 to 29 April 2026
  • Duration: 2 days, 9.30 am to 4.30pm
  • Fee: 拢1100 (excluding VAT)
  • Location: National Oceanography Centre, Southampton
  • Refreshments and lunch provided

About this course

This is aimed to be an introductory course to various aspects of radiochemistry and the content will include:

  • principles of radiometric measurements including types of detectors
  • mathematical concepts in radiochemistry
  • general laboratory techniques
  • sample preparation
  • radiochemical separation techniques
  • liquid scintillation counting
  • quality control in a radiochemical laboratory
  • counting statistics, errors / uncertainties and limits of detection

Who this course is for

This course is for new analysts, radiochemists and for anyone looking for refresher training.   

Learning and assessment

This in-person course at the University of Southampton's Waterfront Campus includes access to our on-site radioanalytical laboratories. You'll receive a copy of the notes and a certificate of attendance. 

Course lead

Professor Phil Warwick

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