Prof Borghesi speaks with ecancertv at Proton Therapy Congress 2016 about the A-SAIL project in laser-acceleration of ions for proton beam therapy, in place of linear accelerators commonly used. He considers how cost and implementation of laser therapy may reduce cost and open treatment towards...

Dr Kamada meets with ecancertv at Proton Therapy Congress 2016 to discuss carbon-ion beams, which he considers an alternative to proton therapy. While the cost of carbon-ion beam installation is high, he describes how the options of hypofractionation offer patient benefits and clinical...

Prof Bosanquet speaks with ecancertv at Proton Therapy Congress 2016 about the funding and support proton beam therapy (PBT) should meet to achieve widespread adoption. Considering the improved toxicity profile in adult and paediatric tumours, and the impact on quality of life for patients and...