ProNova Radiation Effects Testing at Provision CARES Proton Therapy Knoxville
ProNova Solutions offers a dedicated beam line for proton testing at Provision’s proton center in Knoxville, Tenn. Just minutes from downtown Knoxville, McGhee Tyson Airport, and Oak Ridge, Provision CARES Proton Therapy Knoxville is centrally located and easily accessible to researchers from industry, government agencies, and academic institutions. ProNova’s dedicated beam line makes it convenient for researchers to use the testing facility without having to worry about scheduling around patient treatment times.
Hours of Operation
8:00 AM – 8:00 PM | Monday – Friday*
*Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, our normal hours of operation have changed. We are working closely with the proton center to facilitate testing on weekends and off hours, as well as the possibility of remote testing. Please contact Jewell Overton for information regarding beam scheduling.
Cost
$1500/hour | minimum of 4 hours
Contact Information
For Beam Scheduling and General Inquiries:
Jewell Overton
865-862-4112 | jewell.overton@pronovasolutions.com
For Technical Questions:
Laddie Derenchuk
Senior Director of Physics, ProNova Solutions
812-320-0602 | laddie.derenchuk@pronovasolutions.com
For Purchasing and Invoice Questions:
Candace Davis
865-243-3275 | candace.davis@provisionproton.com
Beam Line Specifications
Current:
Min 0.5 nA
Max 220 nA
Energy: Up to 230 MeV
Fluence:
Min: ~3×105 P/cm2
Max: 1×1011
Flux:
Min 2×104 P/cm2/sec
Max 1×109
Beam Optics/Field Size:
Min 2cm x 2cm
Max 16cm x 16cm
Uniformity > 80%
Access: Direct doors
Cable Length: 20 yds
Max Weight: 500 lbs
Max Dimensions: 79 in x 21 in