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- 2Yip, Eugene
- 1Abdou, Ismail
- 1Adamia, Sophia
- 1Alaee, Mahsa
- 1Anderson, Danielle L.
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Fall 2019
Glioblastoma (GBM), classified as WHO grade IV astrocytoma, is the most common and lethal adult primary brain tumour. Despite recent advances in treatment, GBM prognosis remains largely unchanged with most patients succumbing to the disease within ~15 months of diagnosis. This dismal outcome can...
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Fall 2015
Malignant glioma (MG), comprised of grade III (anaplastic astrocytoma) and grade IV (glioblastoma) astrocytoma, is the most common adult brain tumour, with an incidence of ~4 in 100 000 people. Despite aggressive treatment with surgery, radiation, and chemotherapy, survival remains dismal, with...
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Optimization of a Non-axial Magnet Design for a Hybrid Radiation Treatment and MR Imaging System
DownloadSpring 2017
A prototype rotating hybrid magnetic resonance (MR) imaging system and linac has been developed to allow for simultaneous imaging and radiation delivery parallel to B_0. However, the design of a compact magnet capable of rotation in a small vault with sufficient patient access and a typical...
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Fall 2014
The dissertation explores some of the limitations and assumptions in the current approach to permanent prostate brachytherapy (PPB) dosimetry. Where possible, novel insights and practical improvements are proposed, which aim to enhance the accuracy of radiation dose delivery during treatment. The...
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Pre-clinical Evaluation of Iodoazomycin Arabinofuranoside (IAZA) and Fluoroazomycin Arabinofuranoside (FAZA) as Hypoxia-targeting Therapeutic Agents in a Head and Neck Cancer Model
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Tumour hypoxia is a well-recognized clinical problem that promotes resistance to anti-cancer treatment (chemotherapy, radiotherapy, and immunotherapy), increases rates of recurrent disease, and ultimately leads to poor patient outcome. Eradication of hypoxic tumours is, therefore, essential for...
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Fall 2020
Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) is a powerful diagnostic technique capable of revealing the internal structure and function of the human body. However, access to commercial MRI systems is restricted due to very high purchase, installation and running costs. These MRI scanners are generally...