Marjan Boerma

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

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Marjan Boerma is a leading figure in preclinical radiation oncology, specializing in the development of advanced small animal conformal radiation therapy devices. Her major contributions center on creating precise, image-guided irradiation systems that bridge the gap between animal models and human clinical treatments. Notably, her work on the "Advanced Small Animal Conformal Radiation Therapy Device" (2016, 31 citations) introduced a system capable of delivering geometrically and anatomically targeted radiation comparable to commercial human irradiators. This innovation enables more accurate tumor targeting and reduced collateral damage in preclinical studies. Boerma further advanced the field with her study on "Image Qualities From 6D Robot–Based CBCT Imaging System of Small Animal Irradiator" (2017, 5 citations), which assessed cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) imaging quality from a robotic arm-based system. By integrating robotic precision with conformal radiation, her research enhances the translational relevance of animal experiments, directly impacting cancer therapy development. Boerma’s work is essential for researchers seeking to improve the fidelity of preclinical models, making her a key innovator in radiation oncology engineering.