
Radiotherapy innovation: optimize the physics, but don’t ignore the biology
At the ESTRO 2021 meeting, Natalka Suchowerska emphasized the importance of understanding biological responses to new radiation treatment techniques
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At the ESTRO 2021 meeting, Natalka Suchowerska emphasized the importance of understanding biological responses to new radiation treatment techniques
A study investigating pencil-beam scanning FLASH proton therapy wins Brita Singers Sørensen the Donal Hollywood Award at ESTRO 2021
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Helsinki University Hospital is working with industry partners to realize the clinical potential of boron neutron capture therapy for complex cancer treatments
The annual congress of the European Society for Radiation Oncology on 27–31 August will enable delegates to participate in person or via an interactive digital platform
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