Hugo Palmans
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About
Hugo Palmans is a leading figure in medical radiation dosimetry, whose work has fundamentally shaped how radiation doses are measured and delivered in radiotherapy. His primary research focuses on the development and standardization of absorbed dose determination, particularly for high-energy photon and electron beams. Palmans is best known for his pivotal role in authoring the "NCS Report 18: Code of Practice for the Absorbed Dose Determination in High Energy Photon and Electron Beams," a landmark publication that has garnered over 80 combined citations and serves as a critical reference for clinical physicists worldwide. This code of practice advanced the field by shifting the standard from air kerma to absorbed dose to water, enabling more direct and accurate measurements. He has also made significant contributions to small-field dosimetry, notably co-authoring the foundational formalism for ionization chamber corrections in nonstandard fields like the CyberKnife system. His work on machine-specific and plan-class correction factors has been essential for ensuring safe and effective stereotactic treatments. Through these achievements, Palmans has provided the metrological backbone for modern radiotherapy, ensuring that patients receive precisely the prescribed radiation dose.
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