Researchers have developed an algorithm that optimizes pencil-beam delivery patterns, improving FLASH coverage compared with a standard scanning approach
Read article: Optimized pencil-beam delivery patterns enhance FLASH proton therapy
A model that estimates the relative risks of radiation-induced secondary cancer could help optimize particle therapy
Read article: Proton versus carbon-ion therapy: model compares secondary cancer risks
In a Best-in-Physics presentation at the AAPM Annual Meeting, Eric Diffenderfer compared FLASH proton delivery techniques from a radiophysical, radiochemical and radiobiological perspective
Read article: FLASH proton therapy: uncovering the optimal delivery technique
Steve Jiang describes how deep learning can help meet the key requirements of dose calculations for proton therapy
Read article: Deep learning enables fast and accurate proton dose calculations
The laser plasma accelerator provides a unique platform for translational research with ultrahigh-dose-rate proton beams
Read article: Laser plasma accelerators unlock potential for radiobiology studies with protons
Advances in pencil-beam scanning and robotics could make compact, gantry-less proton therapy a reality
Read article: Can pencil-beam scanning enable gantry-free proton therapy?
A prototype proton imaging system shows potential to create proton therapy plans with smaller target margins
Read article: Proton CT offers low-dose treatment planning with reduced range uncertainties
Combining prompt gamma spectroscopy with a silicon-filled endorectal balloon could enhance the safety of prostate cancer proton therapy
Read article: Prompt gamma spectroscopy enables real-time proton range monitoring
Laser acceleration technique could create ultrashort-pulse, high-energy carbon ion beams for future radiotherapy applications
Read article: Intense radiation pressure enables selective acceleration of carbon ion beams
A study investigating pencil-beam scanning FLASH proton therapy wins Brita Singers Sørensen the Donal Hollywood Award at ESTRO 2021
Read article: Proton FLASH study wins best abstract award at ESTRO congress
