Contribution by Dr Zulaikha Jamalludin Editor (Professional), AFOMP Pulse
The European Society for Radiotherapy and Oncology (ESTRO) is hosting the Research Course in Radiotherapy Physics from August 28 to 31, 2025, in Vilnius, Lithuania. This course is tailored for early-stage researchers in radiotherapy physics and related fields, including imaging science, computer science, mathematics, and biophysics. It is particularly beneficial for PhD students, clinical medical physicists, and medical physics residents aiming to enhance their research skills.
Course Objectives:
- Project Development: Participants will submit initial proposals for research projects prior to the course. These proposals will be refined through discussions in small groups and one-on-one sessions with expert faculty, focusing on aspects such as novelty, potential impact, feasibility, and risk mitigation.
- Expert Lectures: The course includes lectures on current trends and unresolved issues in radiotherapy physics, covering topics like MR imaging, PET imaging, image-guided radiotherapy (IGRT), adaptive therapy, dose-response modelling, biophysics, brachytherapy physics, treatment planning, respiratory motion management, radiotherapy dosimetry, and particle beam therapy. Additionally, sessions on writing successful grant proposals and scientific papers will be provided.
Learning Outcomes:
By the end of the course, participants should be able to:
- Critically evaluate and enhance the quality of research projects concerning novelty, potential impact, feasibility, and risk.
- Effectively discuss research ideas with colleagues to maximize scientific value.
- Understand current trends and research opportunities in radiotherapy physics and related technical fields.
Application Details:
- Application Deadline: May 1, 2025
- Course Dates: August 28–31, 2025
- Location: Vilnius, Lithuania
For more information and to apply, please visit https://www.estro.org/Courses/2025/Research-Course-in-Radiotherapy-Physics
This course offers a valuable opportunity for emerging researchers to develop and refine their projects under the guidance of internationally renowned scientists, enhancing their contributions to the field of radiotherapy physics.