title: Dynamic range extension of SiPM detectors with the time-gated operation.
abstract: The silicon photomultiplier (SiPM) is a novel detector technology that has undergone a fast development in the last few years, owing to its single-photon resolution and ultra-fast response time. However, the typical high dark count rates of the sensor may prevent the detection of low intensity radiation fluxes. In this article, the time-gated operation with short active periods in the nanosecond range is proposed as a solution to reduce the number of cells fired due to noise and thus increase the dynamic range. The technique is aimed at application fields that function under a trigger command, such as gated fluorescence lifetime imaging microscopy.
authors.forename: Eva
authors.initials: E
authors.lastname: Vilella
authors.forename: Angel
authors.initials: A
authors.lastname: Diéguez