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AI model determines cardiovascular risk from routine chest X-ray
A deep-learning model can predict the 10-year risk of death from heart attack or stroke using a single chest X-ray
Lung cancer screening dramatically increases long-term survival
Patients diagnosed with early-stage lung cancer via low-dose CT screening have significantly better outcomes
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AI in Medical Physics Week webinars
In June 2022 we brought you AI in Medical Physics Week – a series of free-to-attend scientific presentations from leading experts in the field, encompassing the applications of AI and machine learning within radiotherapy, medical imaging and drug discovery. Sign up via the links below to watch the lectures on demand.
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Accelerating drug discovery with machine learning and AI
Our first AI in Medical Physics Week webinar explores modern AI approaches and how they are assisting in drug discovery. Read more…
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Computer calculation and machine learning in radiotherapy
In this AI in Medical Physics Week webinar we explore developments in computer calculation and machine learning in radiotherapy. Read more…
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Synergistic integration of deep learning and model-based reconstruction for CT image generation
Watch this AI in Medical Physics Week webinar to explore the current state-of-the-art deep-learning development in CT image generation. Read more…
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Incorporating deep learning into X-ray CT imaging
In our penultimate AI in Medical Physics Week webinar we explore deep learning technology. Read more…
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Focus on machine learning models in medical imaging
Our final AI in Medical Physics Week webinar is based on IOP Publishing’s special issue Focus on Machine Learning Models in Medical Imaging. Read more…
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Medical Imaging Briefing
Take a look inside our latest free-to-read medical imaging briefing. Covering the latest research updates, features and products, this issue is a must-read for those working in medical physics.
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Read article: New Oak Ridge centre to boost US isotope production
New Oak Ridge centre to boost US isotope production
New facility will produce a wide range of isotopes including those that can be used to make radioisotopes for medical applications
Read article: Bacteria-based microrobots show potential for cancer drug delivery
Bacteria-based microrobots show potential for cancer drug delivery
Magnetic bacteria driven by rotating magnetic fields can penetrate blood vessel walls to deliver drugs into tumours
Read article: Photon-counting CT improves detection of myeloma bone disease
Photon-counting CT improves detection of myeloma bone disease
Ultrahigh-resolution CT combined with deep learning improves the visibility of bone lesions associated with multiple myeloma
Read article: Shorter courses of radiation therapy prove safe and effective
Shorter courses of radiation therapy prove safe and effective
Two new studies reveal that hypofractionated radiation treatments are safe and effective for patients with high-risk prostate or breast cancer
Read article: Ultrasound-induced gas bubbles reduce optical scattering
Ultrasound-induced gas bubbles reduce optical scattering
New optical clearing microscopy technique increases imaging depth in biological tissue
Read article: Meeting a medical physicist can reduce anxiety for radiotherapy patients
Meeting a medical physicist can reduce anxiety for radiotherapy patients
Consultations with a medical physicist help patients understand the technical aspects of their radiotherapy and reduce treatment-related stress
Read article: First trial in humans reveals promise of FLASH proton therapy
First trial in humans reveals promise of FLASH proton therapy
Ultrahigh-dose rate proton therapy proves safe and effective for treating painful bone metastases
Read article: Parallel workflows, multiplanar tracking: ViewRay takes MRgRT to the next level
Parallel workflows, multiplanar tracking: ViewRay takes MRgRT to the next level
MRgRT specialist ViewRay will showcase its MRIdian A3i treatment delivery system at the ASTRO Annual Meeting, with Miami Cancer Institute among the prominent early-adopters
Read article: MR-guided radiotherapy in a day: a one-stop-shop treatment for lung tumours
MR-guided radiotherapy in a day: a one-stop-shop treatment for lung tumours
A one-stop-shop service sees lung cancer patients receive consultation, treatment simulation and planning, and MR-guided stereotactic ablative radiotherapy in a single day
Read article: Unified Sun Nuclear, CIRS product portfolio benefits clinical and research QA customers
Unified Sun Nuclear, CIRS product portfolio benefits clinical and research QA customers
Sun Nuclear has diversified its independent QA offering with the addition of CIRS tissue-simulation and phantom technologies
Read article: Neural network verifies proton dose directly from PET detector data
Neural network verifies proton dose directly from PET detector data
Researchers use deep learning to map proton dose directly from the low-count data of a compact PET detector
Read article: Monitor your comprehensive MRI performance with the QUASAR™ MRgRT Insight Phantom
Monitor your comprehensive MRI performance with the QUASAR™ MRgRT Insight Phantom
Available to watch now, Modus QA explores the advanced features of the MRgRT Insight Phantom
Read article: Imaging agent that detects demyelination proves safe in first human tests
Imaging agent that detects demyelination proves safe in first human tests
A PET radiotracer that detects damage to the protective insulating layer around neurons proves well tolerated in first tests in humans
Read article: Medical physics explained in 22 tales
Medical physics explained in 22 tales
Tami Freeman reviews True Tales of Medical Physics: Insights into a Life-Saving Specialty edited by Jacob Van Dyk
Read article: Patient-specific planning could improve radiotherapy outcomes
Patient-specific planning could improve radiotherapy outcomes
Incorporating personalized estimates of biological response into radiation treatment planning could optimize dose delivery and minimize toxicities
Read article: Xenon-enhanced ventilation CT protects the lungs during radiotherapy
Xenon-enhanced ventilation CT protects the lungs during radiotherapy
Radiotherapy plans that avoid functional lung, guided by xenon-enhanced ventilation CT, help prevent radiation-induced adverse effects
Read article: Breaking boundaries: how physicists won the Nobel Prize for Physiology or Medicine
Breaking boundaries: how physicists won the Nobel Prize for Physiology or Medicine
Tami Freeman examines two medical imaging breakthroughs that led to physicists winning the Nobel Prize for Physiology or Medicine
Read article: Optimized pencil-beam delivery patterns enhance FLASH proton therapy
Optimized pencil-beam delivery patterns enhance FLASH proton therapy
Researchers have developed an algorithm that optimizes pencil-beam delivery patterns, improving FLASH coverage compared with a standard scanning approach
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