Gamma radiation spectroscopy involves analyzing the interactions of gamma radiation with matter to identify and quantify radioactive elements. It finds applications in nuclear medicine, environmental monitoring, forensics, and various scientific disciplines. Notable organizations and universities involved in this field include the International Atomic Energy Agency, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, and University of California, Berkeley. Key companies provide instrumentation such as gamma spectrometers and semiconductor detectors for research and practical applications. Essential publications like IEEE Transactions on Nuclear Science disseminate findings, while the field encompasses research in nuclear physics and health physics.
