Gadolinium Oxide (Gd2O3)/Gadolinia Powder

Phosphors & Luminescent Materials

• Used in X-ray scintillators (e.g., Gd₂O₂S:Eu³⁺ for medical imaging).
• Acts as a host material for rare-earth-doped phosphors in LEDs and displays.

 Nuclear Applications

• Neutron absorber in nuclear reactor control rods (due to high neutron capture ability).
• Used in radiation shielding materials.

Electronics & Optics

• Dielectric material in capacitors and semiconductors.
• Used in optical coatings (e.g., anti-reflective, IR-reflective layers).

 Catalysts & Chemical Applications

• Acts as a catalyst in hydrogenation and dehydrogenation reactions.
• Used in oxygen sensors and fuel cells.

 Biomedical & Research Uses

• Potential use in MRI contrast agents (as a precursor for gadolinium chelates).
• Studied for nanoparticle-based drug delivery and bioimaging.