Re:

[a.zapantis@qut.edu.au (Alex Zapantis)]

>
>I urgently need detailed information on methods of radon detection in soils
>
>(outdoor measurements). 

One of the Academics in the School of Physics here at QUT has a piece of
equipment which measures directly the radon and thoron emanation from soils
in situ. He will be able to provide you with detailed information.

His name is Dr Riaz Akber. His email address is r.akber@qut.edu.au

Regards
 
  Alex Zapantis                                         
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