New device for measuring radiation doses in FLASH therapy
Official title: FY24 SBIR PHASE IITOPIC NO. 434PROJECT TITLE: NOVEL NIST TRACEABLE IONIZATION CHAMBER FOR FLASH DOSIMETRY
Funded at Standard Imaging, INC. · NIH-11191716 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is working on a new device that can quickly and accurately measure radiation during FLASH therapy, which delivers high doses of radiation in a short time, to help make sure this treatment is safe and effective for patients.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
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| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Standard Imaging, INC. NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Middleton, United States) |
| Project start | September 16, 2024 |
| Project end | September 15, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $1,222,441 |
| NIH project number | 75N91024C00097-0-9999-1 |
| Project ID | NIH-11191716 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are patients undergoing FLASH radiotherapy for cancer treatment.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not receiving FLASH radiotherapy or those with conditions that do not require radiation therapy may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing a novel ionization chamber that can accurately measure radiation doses in FLASH radiotherapy, a technique that delivers high doses of radiation in very short time frames. The project aims to enhance the performance of existing dosimetry systems by creating a device that can provide real-time data on dose rates and pulse frequencies. By finalizing the construction of this device and improving its monitoring capabilities, the research seeks to ensure that FLASH therapy can be safely and effectively used in clinical settings. This work is crucial for advancing the standards of radiation therapy and ensuring patient safety during treatment.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more precise and effective radiation therapy treatments for patients with cancer.
How similar studies have gone: Other research has shown promise in developing advanced dosimetry systems for radiation therapy, indicating that this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
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Standard Imaging, INC.
Middleton, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Holmes, Shannon — Standard Imaging, INC.
- Study coordinator: Holmes, Shannon
Related research
Other NIH-funded projects on the same topics.
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Developing a new detector system for ultra-rapid radiation therapy
This study is working on a new type of detector to help doctors measure a fast radiation treatment called FLASH therapy, which aims to treat tumors while protecting healthy tissue, making radiation therapy safer and more effective for patients.
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.