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Release : 2009
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Book Synopsis The Next Generation of Photo-Detectors for Particle Astrophysics by :
Download or read book The Next Generation of Photo-Detectors for Particle Astrophysics written by . This book was released on 2009. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: We advocate support of research aimed at developing alternatives to the photomultiplier tube for photon detection in large astroparticle experiments such as gamma-ray and neutrino astronomy, and direct dark matter detectors. Specifically, we discuss the development of large area photocathode microchannel plate photomultipliers and silicon photomultipliers. Both technologies have the potential to exhibit improved photon detection efficiency compared to existing glass vacuum photomultiplier tubes.