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This study explores the mechanisms of DNA damage caused by ion and proton beams in tissue-like media, focusing on the production of secondary electrons and free radicals during irradiation. The authors analyze the energy spectrum and abundance of these secondary particles, emphasizing their role in inducing double strand breaks in DNA. Numerical estimates for carbon-ion beams are provided, comparing dose-depth curves with existing models to establish a quantitative link between energy deposition and biologi
- Author
- Beatriz Rodrigues de Oliveira
- Language
- EN