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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...

Characterization of Linear Energy Transfer Spectra in Mini Beam Spatially Fractionated Proton Therapy

Authors: Serdar Charyyev, Kaan Dere, Edgar Gelover, Mohammad Khurram Khan, Liyong Lin, Mark McDonald, Cristina Oancea, Alexander Stanforth, Sibo Tian, Suk Whan (Paul) Yoon, Mingyao Zhu

Affiliation: Department of Radiation Oncology, Stanford University, Stanford University, Emory University, Department of Radiation Oncology and Winship Cancer Institute, Emory University, Advacam

Abstract Preview: Purpose: The conventional implementation of proton spatially fractionated radiotherapy (SFRT) utilizes physical collimators with apertures to generate minibeams, creating alternating regions of high-d...

Comprehensive Analysis of Plan Modulation in SRS/SBRT Plans: A Single Institution Study of 461 Cases

Authors: Yunfeng Cui, Will Giles, Xinyi Li, Ke Lu, Jennifer C. O'Daniel, Anna E. Rodrigues, Chunhao Wang, Lana Wang, Yibo Xie, Sua Yoo, Jingtong Zhao

Affiliation: Duke University, Duke University Medical Center

Abstract Preview: Purpose:
To establish quantitative measurement of plan modulation for SRS/SBRT treated with Volumetric Modulated Arc Therapy (VMAT) on C-arm LINACs.
Methods:
A total of 461 plans were analyze...

Conformal Flash for Large Treatment Fields

Authors: Julien Forthomme, Carolina Llina Fuentes, Valentin Hamaide, Lucian Hotoiu, Rudi Labarbe, Rasmus Nilsson, Arnaud Pin, Francois Vander Stappen, Erik Traneus

Affiliation: RaySearch Laboratories AB, Ion Beam Applications SA

Abstract Preview: Purpose: Conformal FLASH achieves ultra-high-dose-rate (UHDR) proton therapy (>40 Gy/sec) by scanning a mono-energetic pencil beam through accessories (range shifter, Conformal Energy Modulator, apert...

Off-Axis Dependency of the Sun Nuclear MapCheck3 Diode Array

Authors: Alyssa Gadsby, William J. Godwin, Daniel G. McDonald, Jean L. Peng, Alek K. Rapchak, Sean A Roles, Austin M. Skinner, Stephanie Tan

Affiliation: Medical University of South Carolina

Abstract Preview: Purpose: The Sun Nuclear MapCheck3 device is used for patient-specific QA. While it is typically employed in perpendicular field-by-field delivery using the Isocentric Mounting Fixture, fields not ful...

Physics and Geometry Input-Based Neural Network Dose Engine

Authors: Ricardo Garcia Santiago, Narges Miri, Daryl P. Nazareth, Ankit Pant, Mukund Seshadri

Affiliation: Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center

Abstract Preview: Purpose: To develop a transformer-based deep learning network framework for predicting VMAT dose distributions. This can provide fast and efficient calculations with accuracies potentially comparable ...

Real-Time 3D Dose Verification for MR-Guided Online Adaptive Radiotherapy (ART) Via Geometry-Encoded Deep Learning Framework

Authors: Steve B. Jiang, Dan Nguyen, Chenyang Shen, Fan-Chi F. Su, Jiacheng Xie, Shunyu Yan, Daniel Yang, Ying Zhang, You Zhang

Affiliation: Medical Artificial Intelligence and Automation (MAIA) Lab, Department of Radiation Oncology, UT Southwestern Medical Center, UT Southwestern Medical Center, Medical Artificial Intelligence and Automation (MAIA) Lab & Department of Radiation Oncology, UT Southwestern Medical Center, Medical Artificial Intelligence and Automation (MAIA) Laboratory, Department of Radiation Oncology, UT Southwestern Medical Center, The University of Texas at Dallas

Abstract Preview: Purpose: Fast dose verification is essential for the safety and efficiency of MR-guided adaptive radiotherapy (ART) as patients anxiously waiting on the treatment couch. Conventional tools often requi...