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Applicability of Online Dose Measurement in Trilogy Linear Accelerators: Using Target Current Pulse Counting Method

Authors: Daming LI, Jinsen Xie, Zhe Zhang

Affiliation: Peking University Shenzhen Hospital Radiotherapy Department, School of Nuclear Science and Technology, University of South China

Abstract Preview: Purpose:
This study aims to investigate the feasibility of online dose measurement of the Trilogy linear accelerator output based on target current pulse signals.
Methods:
A data acquisition ...

BEST IN PHYSICS ULTRASOUND: A Calibration Framework for Quantifying Element Misalignment in 2D Matrix Array Transducers Used in 3D Quantitative Ultrasound

Authors: Cristel Baiu, Laura Castaneda Martinez, Ivan M. Rosado-Mendez

Affiliation: University of Wisconsin, Department of Medical Physics, University of Wisconsin-Madison, Departments of Medical Physics and Radiology, University of Wisconsin-Madison

Abstract Preview: Purpose: 2D matrix array transducers (2DMAT) are advancing volumetric ultrasound due to their ability to provide more isotropic 3D resolution, fast volumetric imaging, and highly customizable focusing...

Development of a Cadmium Zinc Telluride (CdZnTe) Detector-Based Neutron Imaging System

Authors: Soo Hyun Byun, Troy Farncombe, Edcer Jerecho DC Laguda

Affiliation: McMaster University

Abstract Preview: Purpose: We present the adaptation of a Cadmium Zinc Telluride (CdZnTe) detector, initially designed for SPECT-MR applications, to neutron imaging. This study explores a novel technique that utilizes ...

Establishing a Conventional Linac-Based Electron Flash Beam

Authors: Christopher Bartee, Justin Riley DeFrancisco, Marcos Feijoo, Siyong Kim, Tianjun Ma

Affiliation: Blue Physics LLC, Virginia Commonwealth University

Abstract Preview: Purpose: Irradiation with FLASH has been shown to decrease normal tissue toxicity while maintaining similar tumor control. To advance FLASH into the clinic, more preclinical investigations are first n...

Research on the Target Current Pulse Counting Method for Measuring the Output Dose of Medical Standing Wave Electronic Linear Accelerator

Authors: Shixiong Huang, Daming Li

Affiliation: The Affiliated Nanhua Hospital, University of South China, The Affiliated Cancer Hospital of Xiangya School of Medicine, Central South University/Hunan Cancer Hospital

Abstract Preview: Purpose: To assess the feasibility of using target current pulse signals to evaluate the output dose of medical standing wave electronic linear accelerators.
Methods: The Target I signal of the acc...

Towards Clinical Translation: Optical Methods Deliver in-Vivo per-Pulse Dosimetry in Electron Flash-RT

Authors: Petr Bruza, Rafael Carballeira, Megan Clark, David J. Gladstone, Austin Sloop, Roman Vasyltsiv, Kevin Jacob Willy

Affiliation: Dartmouth College, Thayer School of Engineering, Dartmouth College

Abstract Preview: Purpose: Develop an optical dosimetry system to accomplish standard of care on-patient dosimetry and pretreatment quality assurance for ultra-high dose rate (UHDR) electron therapy ahead of human tria...