Theoretical estimation of 64Cu production with neutrons emitted during 18F production with a 30Â MeV medical cyclotron

The theoretical study discussed in this paper evaluates the potential of the combined production of 18F and 64Cu for medical purposes, irradiating a properly designed target with 30 MeV protons. Interesting yields of 64Cu are obtainable and the estimation of contaminants in the irradiated zinc target is discussed.