Joseph Kung

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Joseph Kung is a leading researcher in medical physics, with a primary focus on advancing the precision and safety of image-guided radiotherapy (IGRT), particularly for head and neck cancers. His work centers on optimizing cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) registration techniques and evaluating the clinical efficacy of rotational error corrections in treatment delivery. In his highly cited 2019 study, Kung systematically compared two CBCT registration approaches, demonstrating how modern linear accelerators equipped with robotic couches can correct translational (X, Y, Z) and rotational (α, β, γ) errors to improve positional accuracy. This research has direct implications for reducing treatment margins and minimizing damage to healthy tissue, contributing to the broader goal of personalized, high-precision radiation therapy. With over three citations on this pivotal paper, Kung’s contributions are recognized for bridging engineering innovation and clinical practice. His work is essential reading for students and researchers interested in the technical challenges of IGRT, offering practical insights into how rotational corrections can enhance treatment fidelity and patient outcomes in modern radiotherapy.