Proton Beam Therapy: Where Cancer Treatment Meets Particle Physics
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Proton Beam Therapy: Where Cancer Treatment Meets Particle Physics

When
Wednesday 4 November
18:30 – 20:00
Price
Free
Free and open to all; registration required.
Where
37 Caledonian Road, London, N1 9BU

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Simon Jolly explains how high-energy proton beams target tumours while reducing radiation exposure to surrounding healthy tissue.

The public lecture explores the particle physics behind proton beam therapy and its importance for difficult tumour locations and treatment of children. Tea and coffee are offered from 18:00, with the lecture and questions starting at 18:30.

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