Synthesis and characterization of europium doped lithium tetraborate single crystals for thermoluminescent dosimetry applications

Key Points

• Enhanced thermoluminescence is observed in europium doped lithium tetraborate crystals, facilitating better radiation dosimetry.
• The samples demonstrated a significant increase in luminescent efficiency, with notable excitations occurring at 264 nm and emissions at 610 nm.
• Synthesis involves precise doping techniques to achieve single crystal formation, optimizing thermoluminescent characteristics for practical uses.
• These findings suggest that europium doping in lithium tetraborate may lead to improved dosimetric performance for radiation safety applications.