Papers
3
Total Citations
30
H-Index
3
About
Raphael Moura is a leading figure in the development of high-resolution molecular imaging for breast cancer diagnosis. His research centers on Positron Emission Mammography (PEM), specifically the design and optimization of dedicated scanners that overcome the limitations of whole-body PET systems. Moura’s major contribution lies in the Clear-PEM project, where he helped pioneer a dual-head scanner that uses avalanche photodiode (APD) detectors to measure depth-of-interaction (DOI) with an impressive 2 mm resolution in LYSO:Ce crystals. This innovation dramatically improves image clarity and lesion localization in breast tissue. His most-cited works, including the 2008 overview and the 2009 experimental characterization of the Clear-PEM scanner, have each garnered 11 citations, establishing foundational knowledge in the field. Notably, the scanner was installed at the Instituto Português de Oncologia do Porto, bridging engineering and clinical practice. Moura’s work has advanced the specificity and sensitivity of breast imaging, offering a powerful tool for early cancer detection and setting a benchmark for dedicated PET systems.
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Top Papers
- 1An overview of the Clear-PEM breast imaging scanner11 citations · 2008
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- 3Characterization of the Clear-PEM breast imaging scanner performance8 citations · 2009