An overview of the luminescence of minerals: a review and a tribute to Prof. Dr. Javier García Guinea

V. Correcher; N. Can; P.D. Townsend

doi:10.3989/egeol.45741.1141

Authors

V. Correcher Radiation Dosimetry Unit. Ciemat https://orcid.org/0000-0003-0864-6861
N. Can College of Science, Department of Physical Sciences, Physics Division https://orcid.org/0000-0001-9576-7869
P.D. Townsend University of Sussex https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7106-8107

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.3989/egeol.45741.1141

Keywords:

Luminescence, minerals, spectroscopy

Abstract

Luminescence emission is observed from many minerals and it provides important information about the physical and chemical processes taking place in both inorganic and biogenic materials (silicates, carbonates, phosphates, etcetera). It is equally valuable for geological and archaeological dating, detection of irradiated foods, or retrospective applications. Examples described here emphasize some of the career successes of Prof. Dr. Javier García Guinea who has advanced the topic with major contributions to the fields of physics and chemistry of minerals by the study of luminescent emission from natural materials. Geological materials are particularly challenging, as they are highly variable, thus, it has been an achievement to understand the underlying processes and his dedication and expertise have greatly influenced the fields of luminescence spectroscopy and its applications in geosciences, material sciences, retrospective dosimetry and biomedical engineering. He has inspired and guided many researchers, and will undoubtedly continue to do so into his retirement.

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