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Prof. Dr. Arnold Burger

Professor of Physics and Director of the Center for Photonic Materials and Devices · Department of Physics & Center for Photonic Materials · Fisk University

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Academic focus & active research

Prof. Burger is a world leader in radiation detection crystals, holding dozens of patents in room-temperature semiconductor detectors for homeland security, astrophysics, and medical imaging.

Semiconductor Radiation Detectors Cadmium Zinc Telluride (CZT) Crystals Gamma-Ray Spectroscopy Crystal Growth Technology

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Institution: Fisk University
Department / Faculty: Department of Physics & Center for Photonic Materials
Primary Field: Semiconductor Radiation Detectors
Campus Location: Nashville, Tennessee, United States

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