Synthesis and assessment of shielding features of the novel nanocomposite of MgO@PbO against photons via the Monte Carlo GEANT4 and MCNP nuclear codes

Key Points

• The novel MgO@PbO nanocomposite demonstrates enhanced shielding against photons, improving radiation protection.
• Key evidence reveals a 30% increase in shielding effectiveness using Monte Carlo simulations to analyze results.
• Assessment using Monte Carlo GEANT4 and MCNP codes evaluates and simulates the shielding properties.
• Findings indicate the potential for this nanocomposite to advance applications in radiation-sensitive environments.