Dr. Lockyer, it seems that various accelerator-based methods for production of moly-99 can be researched and evaluated. Also, new types of isotopes might be tested for clinical applications. All these tests will require time, years, and investment of capital--millions of dollars--with no guarantee of success.
In the meantime, would you advise Canada to hold off committing to investing in a new multi-purpose neutron facility like the Canadian neutron facility proposed by Professor Ryan until accelerator options have been evaluated?