Course Objectives
This 16-hour course provides foundational knowledge in radiobiology and basic radiotherapy physics, focusing on ionizing radiation principles for medical applications.
- Radiobiology Physics: Radiation interactions with matter, dose-response models (LQ model), LET, RBE, and biological quantification.
- Radiotherapy Physics: Beam physics, linac fundamentals, dose algorithms, and heterogeneity effects.
- Dosimetry Essentials: Measurement techniques, TG-51 protocol, and in-vivo verification.
- Real cases highlight medical physicist roles in clinics and research.
Prerequisites
Basic classical physics (mechanics, electromagnetism) recommended; none required.
Course Program
Radiobiology Physics Tissue effects, linear-quadratic model (\(\alpha/\beta\) ratios), OER, fractionation physics.
Radiotherapy Physics: Linac operation, photon/electron beams, MU calculations, TPS basics, OAR contouring.
Dosimetry & Protection: Chambers/diodes, heterogeneity corrections; attenuation, shielding, regulatory physics.
Teaching Methods
Interactive English lectures with slides/videos. Q&A, project work encouraged.
Reference Texts
IAEA Handbooks: Radiation Biology, Radiation Oncology Physics; AAPM TG reports.
- Profesor: DANIELE BOSI
- Profesor: Alessio BRUNI
- Profesor: GABRIELE GUIDI