Session

Overview: This pitch session navigates the cutting edge of adaptive particle therapy, blending physics and clinical perspectives. It spotlights the EU-RAPTOR project's pivotal role in advancing imaging, intervention, and verification, particularly focusing on DIR uncertainty and rapid re-optimization algorithms. Techniques like CBCT/MR to CT and 4DMR are emphasized for their critical contribution to precision and safety in treatment, alongside robust online verification processes. The session compares adaptive photon and proton therapies, highlighting proton therapy's unique challenges and the vital role of multidisciplinary collaboration, patient-centric approaches, and AI integration. It advocates using MRgRT system data to simulate online adaptive radiotherapy in proton therapy. The discussion culminates with an overview of major clinical implementation challenges, such as onboard imaging technology lag, cost considerations, and the necessity for expert verification and rapid, automated planning. The whole session cohesively links technology and clinical practice, underlining their collective significance in progressing real-time adaptive particle therapy and the urgent need for innovative solutions to transition from research to clinical use.