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CERN-hosted Workshop on Design Characteristics of a Novel Linear Accelerator for Challenging Environments - Improving global access to radiation therapy
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31/3-004 - IT Amphitheatre (CERN)
C. Norman Coleman, MD,
David Pistenmaa, MD
(ICEC),
Manjit Dosanjh, PhD
(CERN)
Description
The purpose of the workshop is to develop design criteria for a reliable, affordable modular linear accelerator that would lead to much improved global access to radiation therapy.
The workshop is by invitation only.
Participants
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Coffee and Registration 31-3-009 IT Amphitheatre coffee area
31-3-009 IT Amphitheatre coffee area
CERN
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II. Welcome and Goals of the Workshop: Norman Coleman, Manjit Dosanjh and David Pistenmaa¶ 31/3-004 - IT AmphitheatreSpeakers: C. Norman Coleman (National Cancer Institute), David Pistenmaa, Manjit Dosanjh
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III. Unique Partnerships to Improve Radiation Oncology in Low- and Middle-Income Countries: Moderator: Manjit Dosanjh¶ 31/3-004 - IT Amphitheatre
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III. A. Summary of findings of the Global Task Force for Radiation Control Cancer (GTFRCC)¶Speaker: Mary Gospodarowicz
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III. B. Balancing Equity and Advancement in Radiotherapy: How Economics Can Help Solve Global Health Challenges¶Speaker: Danielle Rodin
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III. C. Cobalt-60 and Cancer Treatment: the NNSA Radiological Security Mission¶Speaker: Katherine Holt
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III. D. Treatment not Terror: Improving Cancer Treatment while Reducing Security Risks¶Speaker: Miles Pomper
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Coffee Break 31-3-009 IT Amphitheatre coffee area
31-3-009 IT Amphitheatre coffee area
CERN
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V. Design Considerations for a Linear Accelerator for Challenging Environments - Moderator: Richard Lanza¶ 31/3-004 - IT Amphitheatre
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V. A. Radiation Oncology in Africa; Current State and Future Goals¶Speaker: Surbhi Grover
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V. B. Machine Parameters and Machine Operational Features to Satisfy Requirements¶Speaker: Ahmed Meghzifene
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V. C. “Dreamliner” Novel Linear Accelerator Features for Challenging Environments¶Speaker: David Pistenmaa (ICEC)
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Speaker: Ron Cobbs
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Lunch 31-3-009 IT Amphitheatre coffee area
31-3-009 IT Amphitheatre coffee area
CERN
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VII. Options for Achieving a Novel Linear Accelerator for Challenging Environments; Exploiting advances in technology.: A. Technical presentations Co-Moderators: Ugo Amaldi, Alberto Degiovanni¶ 31/3-004 - IT Amphitheatre
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VII. A. 1. Goals of Session VII¶Speakers: Alberto Degiovanni (CERN), Ugo Amaldi (TERA Foundation (IT))
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VII. A. 2. Experience gained from the GlobalDiagnostiX project¶Speaker: Romain Sahli
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VII. A. 3. Problems posed by "difficult" environments to present linac-based systems¶Speaker: John Allen
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VII. A. 4. Electron Linac Projects in Pakistan with CERN support¶Speaker: Sumaira Zeeshan
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VII. A. 5. IORT linac and possible developments¶Speaker: Luigi Picardi
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VII. A. 6. Experience on Electron Linacs at NCBJ (Poland)¶Speaker: Przemek Adrich
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VII. A. 8. Lower cost RT through new software tools (optimization and automation)¶Speaker: Johan Lof
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Coffee break 31/3-004 - IT Amphitheatre
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VII. Options for Achieving a Novel Linear Accelerator for Challenging Environments; Exploiting advances in technology.: A. Technical presentations Co-Moderators: Ugo Amaldi, Alberto Degiovanni¶ 31/3-004 - IT Amphitheatre
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VII. A. 9. Shielding in "difficult" environments¶Speaker: Pawel Krawczyk
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VII. A. 10. PHASER: Application of Advanced RF Linac Technology to Medical Accelerators¶Speakers: Billy Loo, Sami Tantawi
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VII. A. 11. General Design Considerations on Structures, Power Sources and Accessories¶Speaker: Maurizio Vretenar
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VII. Options for Achieving a Novel Linear Accelerator for Challenging Environments; Exploiting advances in technology.: B. Open discussion Co-Moderators: Ugo Amaldi, Alberto Degiovanni and David Pistenmaa¶ 31/3-004 - IT Amphitheatre
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VII. B. Open discussion. Co-moderators: Ugo Amaldi, Alberto Degiovanni and David Pistenmaa¶
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Group Dinner: CERN VIP Restaurant Glass Box Rest 1
Glass Box Rest 1
CERN
AFRICSIS: A model for scientific collaboration in Sub-Saharan Africa. Speaker: Hubert Foy
Prospects of Achieving Sustainable Development Goals from the Perspective of Gaborone, Botswana. Speaker: Surbhi Grover
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Coffee and Registration 31-3-009 IT Amphitheatre coffee area
31-3-009 IT Amphitheatre coffee area
CERN
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VIII. Summary of Design Characteristics for a Novel Linear Accelerator for Challenging Environments: Moderator: David Jaffray¶ 31/3-004 - IT Amphitheatre
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Coffee Break 31-3-009 IT Amphitheatre coffee area
31-3-009 IT Amphitheatre coffee area
CERN
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IX. A. How do we translate design characteristics into a working machine (From machine shop to the clinic)?¶Speaker: Jacques Bernier (GSMN)
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IX. B. Challenges in introducing new technology in the developing world¶Speaker: Andras Fehervary
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IX. C. Entrepreneurial strategies to make it happen¶Speaker: Ajit Singh
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IX. D. Determining the cost of new technologies such as the linear accelerator under consideration¶Speaker: Yolande Lievens
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X. Essential and Sustainable Infrastructure Needs in Challenging Environments: Moderator: Norman Coleman: A. Physical Infrastructure Requirements and Opportunities in Challenging Environments¶ 31/3-004 - IT Amphitheatre
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Lunch 31-3-009 IT Amphitheatre coffee area
31-3-009 IT Amphitheatre coffee area
CERN
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X. Essential and Sustainable Infrastructure Needs in Challenging Environments: Moderator: Norman Coleman: C. Panel Discussion: Estimating the Needs and Planning for Sustainable Training of Professional and Ancillary Personnel in Developing Countries. Moderator: Yolande Lievens¶ 31/3-004 - IT Amphitheatre
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X. C. 2. Presentations by panel members: Norman Coleman, ICEC; Bruce Curran, AAPM; Nelly Enwerem-Bromson, IAEA; Patricia Hardenbergh, ASTRO; Ahmed Meghzifene, IAEA; Yakov Pipman, MPWB¶Speakers: Ahmed Meghzifene, Bruce Curran, C. Norman Coleman (National Cancer Institute), Nelly Enwerem-Bromson, Patti Hardenbergh, Dr Yakov Pipman (MPWB)
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X. C. 3. Open discussion¶
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Speakers: C. Norman Coleman (National Cancer Institute), David Pistenmaa (ICEC), Manjit Dosanjh (CERN)
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XI. Recommendations from the Workshop and Plans for the Future: Norman Coleman, Manjit Dosanjh and David Pistenmaa: A. Summary of recommendations from the Workshop¶ 31/3-004 - IT Amphitheatre
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XI. A. 1. Design characteristics for a novel linear accelerator for challenging environments¶Speaker: Alberto Degiovanni (CERN)
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XI. A. 2. Achieving and sustaining the necessary infrastructure in challenging environments: Can we get by with less?¶Speaker: Bhadrasain Vikram
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XI. A. 3. Estimating the needs and planning for sustainable training of radiotherapy professional and ancillary staff in developing countries¶Speaker: Onyinye Balogun
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XI. Recommendations from the Workshop and Plans for the Future: Norman Coleman, Manjit Dosanjh and David Pistenmaa: B. Next steps: Norman Coleman, Manjit Dosanjh and David Pistenmaa¶ 31/3-004 - IT Amphitheatre
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XI. B. Next steps¶
- Preparation of a Summary Report of the Workshop
- Dissemination of information from the Workshop
- Recommended additional actions
Speakers: C. Norman Coleman (National Cancer Institute), David Pistenmaa (ICEC), Manjit Dosanjh (CERN)
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