Tag Archives: dosimetry
Limitations of image-guidance based on MV and kV radiation beams prompted development of systems combining linear accelerators and Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) scanners. Unique characteristics of these systems and mutual interactions between their components pose specific challenges for their commissioning and quality assurance. Photon beam is not affected by the magnetic field; however secondary electronsRead more…
On Friday 22nd of October, eight UWA Medical Physics Master students presented their research proposals at SCGH Cancer Centre. Here are links to their presentations. We wish them success with their research projects. Tanesha F. Chiu Title of project: “Investigation of entrance and exit doses from linacs and CyberKnife and the impact on skin dose”.Read more…
Calyn completed his PhD last semester and moved to Sydney to start clinical training at Westmead Hospital. His thesis title was: “Spatial dose-response models of rectal toxicities for patients undergoing prostate radiotherapy“. Calyn was one of our most talented, resourceful and capable students who worked tirelessly on his PhD project. Here is what his principalRead more…
