Biomarkers for patient selection and outcome prediction
Such as radiomics, genetic markers, AI integration.
Moderator: Jason Sheehan, Lecturer: Douglas Kondziolka
Planned versus adaptive fractionation for malignant metastases
How fast are different tumors changing shape and size? When is CT (CBCT) based geometrical correction appropriate and when do we need to perform MR based adaptive procedures.
Moderator: Arjun Sahgal, Lecturer: Patrick Hanssens
Pediatric GKS – indications and radiation safety
When is SRS the correct choice, what ages can be treated, mask vs frame? What is the real life time risk from the radiation exposure, how does it compare to other methods and how do we communicate to peers and parents.
Moderator: Ian Paddick, Lecturer: Erin Murphy
BED (Biologically Effective Dose)
Mapping of BED levels in the brain and comparison with linac based techniques. Does the Gamma Knife technology with multiple sources translate into an advantage versus the single source devices?
Moderator: Constantin Tuleasca, Lecturer: Håkan Nordström