https://doi.org/10.1051/epjconf/202532311003
Building a Radionuclide Metrology Algorithm Comparison Platform (NuCodeComP): Insights from Rapid Integration with Microsoft PowerApps
1 Instituto Federal da Bahia, LabPROSAUD/IFBA, 41.745-715 Salvador, Bahia, Brazil
2 Bureau International des Poids et Mesures, Pavillon de Breteuil, 92312 Sèvres Cedex, France
3 National Institute of Metrology, 100029 Beijing, China
4 Instituto de Radioproteção e Dosimetria (IRD/CNEN), Barra da Tijuca, 22780-160, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
* Corresponding author: ematosmacedo@gmail.com
Published online: 7 April 2025
An essential step in radionuclide activity measurement comparisons is the counting signal processing performed by laboratory-specific software. This has led to initiatives comparing software performance using a unique dataset from a list-mode data structure, as defined in IEC 63047:2021. A virtual Radionuclide Metrology Algorithm Comparison Platform was developed at BIPM to ensure a FAIR approach and facilitate broader laboratory participation. Beyond presenting the final product, this work highlights key insights from its development. The platform was designed to be reliable, adaptable, and future-proof, aligning with the D-SI framework to ensure machine-readable, structured, and interoperable data. A strategic decision was made to investigate Microsoft 365, leveraging its infrastructure to real-test software operations before investing in scalability. However, scalability limitations arise, requiring Azure solutions like SQL Server for big data applications. The drag-and-drop interface simplifies the platform’s development in interface design while utilizing SharePoint tables for data structuring and access control. However, performance constraints exist, particularly with SharePoint’s row-number limitation. Furthermore, non-M365 users face access barriers mitigated through basic M365 plans or per-app licensing. This case study serves as a model for digital metrology projects, balancing cost-effective IT solutions with scalability and accessibility challenges while ensuring alignment with SI Digital transformation.
© The Authors, published by EDP Sciences, 2025
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