A system for real-time monitoring of radiation therapy delivery
Official title: DoseRT™ : A Non-Contact Optical Patient and Beam Dosimetry System for Continuous in vivo Radiotherapy Verification
Funded at Doseoptics, LLC · NIH-11115803 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is testing a new, easy-to-use system called DoseRT™ that helps make sure radiation therapy for cancer is delivered accurately and safely, so patients can feel more confident about their treatment and have a lower risk of side effects.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Sbir 2 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Doseoptics, LLC NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Lebanon, United States) |
| Project start | August 1, 2018 |
| Project end | May 31, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $998,974 |
| NIH project number | 5R44CA232879-05 |
| Project ID | NIH-11115803 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are patients receiving radiation therapy for cancer treatment.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not undergoing radiation therapy or those receiving alternative cancer treatments may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing a non-contact optical system called DoseRT™ that continuously verifies the delivery of radiation therapy during treatment. By utilizing Cherenkov imaging technology, the system captures real-time data on how radiation is administered to ensure precision and minimize the risk of side effects. This innovative approach aims to enhance the safety and effectiveness of radiation therapy, which is a common treatment for various cancers. Patients undergoing radiation therapy may benefit from improved treatment accuracy and reduced chances of secondary cancers.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve the safety and effectiveness of radiation therapy for cancer patients.
How similar studies have gone: Similar approaches using imaging technologies in radiation therapy have shown promise, indicating potential for success in this novel application.
Where this research is happening
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Doseoptics, LLC
Lebanon, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Ware, William — Doseoptics, LLC
- Study coordinator: Ware, William
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About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.