Gaetano Elio Poma
Istituto Nazionale di Fisica Nucleare, Laboratori Nazionali del Sud
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About
Gaetano Elio Poma is an emerging researcher specializing in radiation detection instrumentation and nuclear safety technology, with a particular focus on the development of advanced sensor systems for hazardous radiological environments. His work centers on enabling safer nuclear decommissioning and accident remediation through innovative unmanned inspection solutions that reduce human exposure to dangerous radiation levels. Poma's most significant contributions have come through his involvement in the European H2020 CLEANDEM project, where he has played a key role in developing and validating compact gamma and neutron detection systems designed for robotic deployment. His 2023 paper introducing the gamma and neutron sensor system for rapid dose rate mapping has already accumulated 16 citations, demonstrating rapid uptake within the nuclear safety community. Subsequent field validation studies published in 2024 further demonstrate the practical applicability of the MiniRadMeter detector in real-world contaminated environments. With over 400 active nuclear reactors globally — many approaching the end of their operational lifespans — Poma's research addresses a critical and growing need for safer decommissioning technologies. His work represents an important bridge between radiation physics and robotics, offering solutions that protect workers while maintaining operational efficiency in some of the world's most hazardous industrial settings.
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