Helical Electron Avoidance Radiation Therapy (HEART) for Breast Cancer Treatment
Abstract
The goal of this project is to develop helical electron beams for radiation therapy of breast cancers. This final report summarizes major findings and results for the entire period of the project The results are organized based on the Statement of Work in our proposal. During the entire grant funding period, we completed and exceeded all the tasks outlined in the original specific aims. In particular, we validated our hypothesis and characterized the dosimetric properties of helical electron beams modulated via axial magnetic field. We published multiple articles reporting the key milestones of project in addition, We are awarded a patent by the US patent office on the device and methods of use of the helical electron beams in radiation therapy. The grant had supported four postdoctoral fellows with two of them are currently holding faculty positions at the academic institutions. Our on-going work in translating our research into clinical practices is currently funded through Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer foundation.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Apr 01, 2005
- Accession Number
- ADA439261
Entities
People
- Lijun Ma
Organizations
- University of Maryland, Baltimore