Radiotherapy of the Future: David Gregocki presents key results at CNR Workshop in Pisa

Fellow David Gregocki presented recent research activities at the Workshop on Advanced Radiotherapies and Diagnostics in Oncology, held between the 12th and 13th of March at the CNR Research Area in Pisa. The event gathered national and international experts to discuss emerging technologies and future directions in radiotherapy and oncological diagnostics.

Group photo of the Workshop on Advanced Radiotherapies and Diagnostics in Oncology, image credit: Niccolò Pettini, UniPi.

David’s contribution focused on the recent outcomes of experimental activities carried out at ILIL, CNR-INO, with particular emphasis on real-time dose monitoring of laser-driven electrons for medical applications. The work presented is closely related to ongoing efforts in the field of innovative radiation delivery techniques, including approaches based on Ultra High Dose Rate (UHDR) irradiation and the investigation of the FLASH effect, which have attracted increasing interest due to their potential to improve the treatment of radioresistant tumors while reducing damage to healthy tissues. These technologies may also contribute to shorter treatment times and improved healthcare systems' sustainability.

The workshop marked the conclusion of the PNRR-funded activities of the Spoke 1 project, while also serving as a platform for identifying new research directions. By fostering dialogue between researchers, clinicians, and international partners, the event aimed to strengthen the connection between advanced research and clinical practice and to promote future collaborations beyond the framework of the Italian PNRR program.