Gadolinio (GD) Gadolinium

Contrast agent in MRI

Gadolinium compounds represent the gold standard as contrast agents in MRI, significantly improving the visibility of pathological tissues. Due to its unique paramagnetic properties, gadolinium allows otherwise invisible details to be highlighted, facilitating early detection of tumors, inflammation, and other pathological conditions.

Advanced Metallurgy

The addition of small amounts of gadolinium to iron and chromium alloys greatly improves their oxidation resistance and workability. These special alloys find use in industrial applications where exceptional mechanical properties are required at elevated temperatures.

Nuclear Safety

Gadolinium possesses the highest thermal neutron capture cross section of all stable elements. This property makes it valuable in the fabrication of control rods for nuclear reactors, contributing to the safety and efficiency of nuclear power plants.