Microstructured Semiconductor Neutron Detector (IMAGE) Kansas State University Caption The microstructured semiconductor neutron detector is a portable device designed to detect neutrons, a signature radiation emitted by some nuclear materials used in nuclear weapons. Kansas State University's Douglas McGregor, professor of mechanical and nuclear engineering, and his team of researchers designed and developed the detector that was given a 2009 R&D 100 Award. Credit K-State media relations Usage Restrictions None License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.