Monte Carlo Methods For Medical Physics

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 2017
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1498736718

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Monte Carlo Methods for Medical Physics by Anonim Pdf

Author : Oleg N. Vassiliev
Publisher : Springer
Page : 281 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 2016-10-17
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783319441412

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Monte Carlo Methods for Radiation Transport by Oleg N. Vassiliev Pdf

This book is a guide to the use of Monte Carlo techniques in radiation transport. This topic is of great interest for medical physicists. Praised as a "gold standard" for accurate radiotherapy dose calculations, Monte Carlo has stimulated a high level of research activity that has produced thousands of papers within the past few years. The book is designed primarily to address the needs of an academically inclined medical physicist who wishes to learn the technique, as well as experienced users of standard Monte Carlo codes who wish to gain insight into the underlying mathematics of Monte Carlo algorithms. The book focuses on the fundamentals—giving full attention to and explaining the very basic concepts. It also includes advanced topics and covers recent advances such as transport of charged particles in magnetic fields and the grid-based solvers of the Boltzmann equation.

Author : Pooneh Saidi Bidokhti
Publisher : BoD – Books on Demand
Page : 189 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2019-12-18
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9781789855456

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Theory, Application, and Implementation of Monte Carlo Method in Science and Technology by Pooneh Saidi Bidokhti Pdf

The Monte Carlo method is a numerical technique to model the probability of all possible outcomes in a process that cannot easily be predicted due to the interference of random variables. It is a technique used to understand the impact of risk, uncertainty, and ambiguity in forecasting models. However, this technique is complicated by the amount of computer time required to achieve sufficient precision in the simulations and evaluate their accuracy. This book discusses the general principles of the Monte Carlo method with an emphasis on techniques to decrease simulation time and increase accuracy.

Author : Joao Seco,Frank Verhaegen
Publisher : Taylor & Francis
Page : 334 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2016-04-19
Category : Mathematics
ISBN : 9781466507944

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Monte Carlo Techniques in Radiation Therapy by Joao Seco,Frank Verhaegen Pdf

Modern cancer treatment relies on Monte Carlo simulations to help radiotherapists and clinical physicists better understand and compute radiation dose from imaging devices as well as exploit four-dimensional imaging data. With Monte Carlo-based treatment planning tools now available from commercial vendors, a complete transition to Monte Carlo-base

Author : Joao Seco,Frank Verhaegen
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 558 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 2021-10-19
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9781000455601

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Monte Carlo Techniques in Radiation Therapy by Joao Seco,Frank Verhaegen Pdf

Thoroughly updated throughout, this second edition of Monte Carlo Techniques in Radiation Therapy: Applications to Dosimetry, Imaging, and Preclinical Radiotherapy, edited by Joao Seco and Frank Verhaegen, explores the use of Monte Carlo methods for modelling various features of internal and external radiation sources. Monte Carlo methods have been heavily used in the field of radiation therapy in applications such as dosimetry, imaging, radiation chemistry, modelling of small animal irradiation units, etc. The aim of this book is to provide a compendium of the Monte Carlo methods that are commonly used in radiation therapy applications, which will allow students, postdoctoral fellows, and university professors to learn and teach Monte Carlo techniques. This book provides concise but detailed information about many Monte Carlo applications that cannot be found in any other didactic or scientific book. This second edition contains many new chapters on topics such as: Monte Carlo studies of prompt gamma emission Developments in proton imaging Monte Carlo for cone beam CT imaging Monte Carlo modelling of proton beams for small animal irradiation Monte Carlo studies of microbeam radiation therapy Monte Carlo in micro- and nano-dosimetry GPU-based fast Monte Carlo simulations for radiotherapy This book is primarily aimed at students and scientists wishing to learn and improve their knowledge of Monte Carlo methods in radiation therapy.

Author : H. Zaidi,G Sgouros
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 384 pages
File Size : 46,9 Mb
Release : 2002-09-01
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9781420033250

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Therapeutic Applications of Monte Carlo Calculations in Nuclear Medicine by H. Zaidi,G Sgouros Pdf

Therapeutic Applications of Monte Carlo Calculations in Nuclear Medicine examines the applications of Monte Carlo (MC) calculations in therapeutic nuclear medicine, from basic principles to computer implementations of software packages and their applications in radiation dosimetry and treatment planning. With chapters written by recognized authorit

Author : Michael Ljungberg,Sven-Erik Strand,Michael A. King
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 361 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 2012-11-06
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9781439841099

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Monte Carlo Calculations in Nuclear Medicine, Second Edition by Michael Ljungberg,Sven-Erik Strand,Michael A. King Pdf

From first principles to current computer applications, Monte Carlo Calculations in Nuclear Medicine, Second Edition: Applications in Diagnostic Imaging covers the applications of Monte Carlo calculations in nuclear medicine and critically reviews them from a diagnostic perspective. Like the first edition, this book explains the Monte Carlo method and the principles behind SPECT and PET imaging, introduces the reader to some Monte Carlo software currently in use, and gives the reader a detailed idea of some possible applications of Monte Carlo in current research in SPECT and PET. New chapters in this edition cover codes and applications in pre-clinical PET and SPECT. The book explains how Monte Carlo methods and software packages can be applied to evaluate scatter in SPECT and PET imaging, collimation, and image deterioration. A guide for researchers and students developing methods to improve image resolution, it also demonstrates how Monte Carlo techniques can be used to simulate complex imaging systems.

Author : Pablo Cirrone,Giada Petringa
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 528 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 2023-11-08
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781000987652

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Monte Carlo in Heavy Charged Particle Therapy by Pablo Cirrone,Giada Petringa Pdf

This book explores the current difficulties and unsolved problems in the field of particle therapy and, after analysing them, discusses how (and if) innovative Monte Carlo approaches can be used to solve them. Each book chapter is dedicated to a different sub-discipline, including multi-ion treatments, flash-radiotherapy, laser-accelerated beams, nanoparticles effects, binary reactions to enhance radiobiology, and space-related issues. This is the first book able to provide a comprehensive insight into this exciting field and the growing use of Monte Carlo in medical physics. It will be of interest to graduate students in medicine and medical physics, in addition to researchers and clinical staff. Key Features: Explores the exciting and interdisciplinary topic of Monte Carlo in particle therapy and medicine. Addresses common challenges in the field. Edited by an authority on the subject, with chapter contributions from specialists. Pablo Cirrone is a medical physicist and researcher at the Laboratori Nazionali del Sud of INFN, Italy, where he supports and coordinates various experimental groups. Dr. Cirrone is an expert in the use of proton and ion in radiation treatment and of absolute and relative dosimetry in electron, photon and ion beam. He is an expert in the development and test of detectors for medical applications, of the production and use of laser-driven beams for medical and multidisciplinary applications and recipient of the Michael Gotein Award. He is active on many scientific committees and organizes national and international conferences. Giada Petringa is a researcher at the Laboratori Nazionali del Sud of INFN, Italy. Dr. Petringa has a professional experience in the field of Monte Carlo simulations for medical applications, dosimetry, microdosimetry, and diagnostics with conventional and laser-driven proton beams. In 2019 she had a MSCA-IF-2019 (Marie Sklodowska-Curie Actions-Individual Fellowship) grant funded by the European Community in the framework of the H2020 program. She is a member of the Editorial Board of the international journal Physica Medica - European Journal of Medical. She organized more than fifteen international Geant4 Schools. She is an official member of the Geant4 code Collaboration at CERN since 2019. She is a code developer, and she collaborates to maintain two of the official examples of the code.

Author : Frank Verhaegen,Joao Seco
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 291 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 2021-11-29
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9781000455557

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Monte Carlo Techniques in Radiation Therapy by Frank Verhaegen,Joao Seco Pdf

Targets both students or professionals, both novice and experienced, in medical radiotherapy physics. Combines overviews of development, methods and references to facilitate Monte Carlo studies. Focuses on applications in radiotherapy.

Author : Frank Verhaegen,Joao Seco
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 579 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 2021-10-13
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9781000455595

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Monte Carlo Techniques in Radiation Therapy by Frank Verhaegen,Joao Seco Pdf

About ten years after the first edition comes this second edition of Monte Carlo Techniques in Radiation Therapy: Introduction, Source Modelling, and Patient Dose Calculations, thoroughly updated and extended with the latest topics, edited by Frank Verhaegen and Joao Seco. This book aims to provide a brief introduction to the history and basics of Monte Carlo simulation, but again has a strong focus on applications in radiotherapy. Since the first edition, Monte Carlo simulation has found many new applications, which are included in detail. The applications sections in this book cover the following: Modelling transport of photons, electrons, protons, and ions Modelling radiation sources for external beam radiotherapy Modelling radiation sources for brachytherapy Design of radiation sources Modelling dynamic beam delivery Patient dose calculations in external beam radiotherapy Patient dose calculations in brachytherapy Use of artificial intelligence in Monte Carlo simulations This book is intended for both students and professionals, both novice and experienced, in medical radiotherapy physics. It combines overviews of development, methods, and references to facilitate Monte Carlo studies.

Author : Gavin Poludniowski,Artur Omar,Pedro Andreo
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 162 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 2022-05-09
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781000581553

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Calculating X-ray Tube Spectra by Gavin Poludniowski,Artur Omar,Pedro Andreo Pdf

Calculating x-ray tube spectra provides a comprehensive review of the modelling of x-ray tube emissions, with a focus on medical imaging and radiotherapy applications. It begins by covering the relevant background, before discussing modelling approaches, including both analytical formulations and Monte Carlo simulation. Historical context is provided, based on the past century of literature, as well as a summary of recent developments and insights. The book finishes with example applications for spectrum models, including beam quality prediction and the calculation of dosimetric and image-quality metrics. This book will be a valuable resource for postgraduate and advanced undergraduate students studying medical radiation physics, in addition to those in teaching, research, industry and healthcare settings whose work involves x-ray tubes. Key Features: Covers simple modelling approaches as well as full Monte Carlo simulation of x-ray tubes Bremsstrahlung and characteristic contributions to the spectrum are discussed in detail Learning is supported by free open-source software and an online repository of code.

Author : Andreas Kling,Fernando J.C. Barao,Masayuki Nakagawa,Luis Tavora,Pedro Vaz
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 1200 pages
File Size : 40,8 Mb
Release : 2014-02-22
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783642182112

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Advanced Monte Carlo for Radiation Physics, Particle Transport Simulation and Applications by Andreas Kling,Fernando J.C. Barao,Masayuki Nakagawa,Luis Tavora,Pedro Vaz Pdf

This book focuses on the state of the art of Monte Carlo methods in radiation physics and particle transport simulation and applications. Special attention is paid to algorithm development for modeling, and the analysis of experiments and measurements in a variety of fields.

Author : Leonida Antonio Gizzi,Ralph Assmann,Petra Koester,Antonio Giulietti
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 254 pages
File Size : 47,7 Mb
Release : 2019-09-05
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783030258504

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Laser-Driven Sources of High Energy Particles and Radiation by Leonida Antonio Gizzi,Ralph Assmann,Petra Koester,Antonio Giulietti Pdf

This volume presents a selection of articles based on inspiring lectures held at the “Capri” Advanced Summer School, an original event conceived and promoted by Leonida Antonio Gizzi and Ralph Assmann that focuses on novel schemes for plasma-based particle acceleration and radiation sources, and which brings together researchers from the conventional accelerator community and from the high-intensity laser-matter interaction research fields. Training in these fields is highly relevant for ultra-intense lasers and applications, which have enjoyed dramatic growth following the development of major European infrastructures like the Extreme Light Infrastructure (ELI) and the EuPRAXIA project. The articles preserve the tutorial character of the lectures and reflect the latest advances in their respective fields. The volume is mainly intended for PhD students and young researchers getting started in this area, but also for scientists from other fields who are interested in the latest developments. The content will also appeal to radiobiologists and medical physicists, as it includes contributions on potential applications of laser-based particle accelerators.

Author : Kurt Binder,Dieter W. Heermann
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 132 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 2013-11-11
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783662302736

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Monte Carlo Simulation in Statistical Physics by Kurt Binder,Dieter W. Heermann Pdf

When learning very formal material one comes to a stage where one thinks one has understood the material. Confronted with a "realiife" problem, the passivity of this understanding sometimes becomes painfully elear. To be able to solve the problem, ideas, methods, etc. need to be ready at hand. They must be mastered (become active knowledge) in order to employ them successfully. Starting from this idea, the leitmotif, or aim, of this book has been to elose this gap as much as possible. How can this be done? The material presented here was born out of a series of lectures at the Summer School held at Figueira da Foz (Portugal) in 1987. The series of lectures was split into two concurrent parts. In one part the "formal material" was presented. Since the background of those attending varied widely, the presentation of the formal material was kept as pedagogic as possible. In the formal part the general ideas behind the Monte Carlo method were developed. The Monte Carlo method has now found widespread appli cation in many branches of science such as physics, chemistry, and biology. Because of this, the scope of the lectures had to be narrowed down. We could not give a complete account and restricted the treatment to the ap plication of the Monte Carlo method to the physics of phase transitions. Here particular emphasis is placed on finite-size effects.

Author : Kurt Binder
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 425 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 2012-12-06
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783642828034

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Monte Carlo Methods in Statistical Physics by Kurt Binder Pdf

In the seven years since this volume first appeared. there has been an enormous expansion of the range of problems to which Monte Carlo computer simulation methods have been applied. This fact has already led to the addition of a companion volume ("Applications of the Monte Carlo Method in Statistical Physics", Topics in Current Physics. Vol . 36), edited in 1984, to this book. But the field continues to develop further; rapid progress is being made with respect to the implementation of Monte Carlo algorithms, the construction of special-purpose computers dedicated to exe cute Monte Carlo programs, and new methods to analyze the "data" generated by these programs. Brief descriptions of these and other developments, together with numerous addi tional references, are included in a new chapter , "Recent Trends in Monte Carlo Simulations" , which has been written for this second edition. Typographical correc tions have been made and fuller references given where appropriate, but otherwise the layout and contents of the other chapters are left unchanged. Thus this book, together with its companion volume mentioned above, gives a fairly complete and up to-date review of the field. It is hoped that the reduced price of this paperback edition will make it accessible to a wide range of scientists and students in the fields to which it is relevant: theoretical phYSics and physical chemistry , con densed-matter physics and materials science, computational physics and applied mathematics, etc.