A series of 4-functionalised-2,5-diphenyloxazoles has been synthesised
. Each member of the series has been assessed for the ability to scint
illate in the presence of ionising radiation. The scintillation counti
ng efficiency of each member of the series has been determined relativ
e to 2,5-diphenyloxazole, a widely used scintillant molecule. (C) 1997
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