On 14th November 2024, Simon Middleburgh features on BBC Radio Four\’s Inside Science (1:20). The discussions were around the shortage of Medical Isotopes for Cancer Diagnosis. The segment discusses the meanings for Isotopes, the shortage of reactors and their maintenance, and where the shortage of supplies occur. It additionally goes over why it is used for Cancer Diagnosis, and how the Isotopes \”attach to cancerous tissues\”, and its safety concerns. Due to its decaying nature, it further explains why there is no longer a supply, and how the NFI and Government are supporting the research for treatments.
You can listen to this recording on BBC Sounds for up to a year after it is available on the following link: BBC Sounds (1:20)
Additionally, for those in Educational Environments, this recording is available on the following link: Learning On Screen (1:53)
