IPA Colloquium HS24

Session

Session

17 Oct 2024, 12:00

32/S-C22 (CERN)

1. Online adaptive Proton Therapy: from bench to bedside

Francesca Albertini (P)

17/10/2024, 12:00

Radiotherapy is a crucial tool in cancer treatment, using ionizing radiation to damage the DNA of tumor cells and ultimately destroy them. While it is highly effective, the challenge lies in targeting the tumor without harming surrounding healthy tissue, which can lead to side effects. Proton therapy (PT), due to its unique physical properties, allows for highly targeted radiation delivery,...