Read article: Accuray launches iterative reconstruction for IGRT Radiotherapy Research update Accuray launches iterative reconstruction for IGRT Accuray has launched CTrue IR, an iterative reconstruction algorithm for image-guided intensity-modulated radiotherapy
Read article: Alpha particles treat deeper into solid tumours Radiotherapy Research update Alpha particles treat deeper into solid tumours Alpha DaRT technology extends the range of alpha emitters, enabling the use of potent alpha particles to destroy solid tumours
Read article: Artificial intelligence tackles global cancer care Radiotherapy Interview Artificial intelligence tackles global cancer care The integration of Watson for Oncology into Elekta's MOSAIQ exploits artificial intelligence to standardize and increase access to cancer care
Read article: Start-ups on show at ESTRO Radiotherapy Blog Start-ups on show at ESTRO Start-up companies at ESTRO 37 showcased tools for personalizing radiotherapy, pain-free reference points, patient-specific phantoms and in vivo dosimeters
Read article: Tiny positioning differences can impact survival Radiotherapy Research update Tiny positioning differences can impact survival Tiny differences in a patient's position during radiotherapy can impact survival, even when an imaging protocol is used
Read article: Brachytherapy proves safe for cervical cancer Radiotherapy Research update Brachytherapy proves safe for cervical cancer Treating cervical cancer with brachytherapy does not increase the risk of ureteral stricture
Read article: Handgrip strength indicates survival in NSCLC patients Radiotherapy Research update Handgrip strength indicates survival in NSCLC patients Handgrip strength is a good indicator of survival in lung cancer patients treated with stereotactic body radiotherapy
Radiotherapy Research update Nanobiotix teams up with MD Anderson on nanoparticle research The MD Anderson Cancer Center and Nanobiotix to run immunotherapeutic pre-clinical research using radiation-activated NBTXR3 nanoparticles
Read article: Ionizing radiation softens tumour microenvironment Radiotherapy Research update Ionizing radiation softens tumour microenvironment Researchers reveal how radiation therapy alters the mechanical properties of the tumour microenvironment
Read article: Radiotherapy: bridging the gap Radiotherapy News Radiotherapy: bridging the gap A major effort is under way to develop robust and affordable medical linacs for low- to middle-income countries