After conversion of a standard clinical linac, it can deliver a FLASH beam with a dose rate 3000 times higher than used for conventional radiation treatment. (Courtesy: Mahbubur Rahman) Researchers ...

Conceptual comparison between (A) a traditional 2D grid radiation field and (B) 3D LATTICE radiotherapy, where focused beams are used to form a dose lattice. (Courtesy: CC BY 4.0/Cureus 10.7759/cureus ...

Researchers have used methods from high-performance computing to significantly reduce the time it takes to reconstruct images acquired through four-dimensional magnetic resonance imaging (4D-MRI), a ...

The use of radiation in medicine is continuously evolving, due to clinical and technological developments. New imaging and therapy modalities require accurate dosimetry and comprehensive quality ...

A STATE-of-the-art radiotherapy machine that carries out bespoke treatments for patients with a range of cancers has officially opened at Southend Hospital. The “LINAC” radiotherapy machine, which ...

Advance your career in radiation safety with the Master of Science in Radiological Sciences and Protection at UMass Lowell. Designed for full-time and part-time students, this interdisciplinary ...

The application of physics principles, methods, and techniques in clinical practice and research has revolutionized the entire medical science field to improve human health and overall wellbeing.

The IAEA’s expertise in medical physics and dosimetry is enhancing the capacities of countries around the globe to use ionizing radiation in medical procedures safely and effectively, the Scientific ...

All trainees entering the Radiation Oncology Physics Residency program are required to satisfy the CAMPEP standards for program admission. That is, individuals must have acquired a strong foundation ...

Status of Palliative Oncology Care for Children and Young People in Sub-Saharan Africa: A Perspective Paper on Priorities for New Frontiers Recognizing the increase in cancer incidence globally and ...