Research
A leader in clinical radiation oncology, radiation physics and radiation and cancer biology research, the Department of Radiation Oncology receives more NIH funding than any other radiation oncology department in the country. Our scientists and clinicians conduct original laboratory and clinical research into the molecular and cellular origins of cancer to develop new strategies for its prevention and treatment. The affects of oxygen deprivation (hypoxia) on tumor growth and response to therapy is a major area of interest. Other studies retrospectively analyze treatment outcomes and pursue new protocols for patient management with radiation therapy alone, or in combination with chemotherapy, surgery or radiation sensitizing drugs. Read more on our radiation and cancer biology research.
In the realm of radiation physics, we are introducing new techniques for the focused delivery of radiation including intensity modulated radiotherapy (IMRT), stereotactic radiotherapy and radiosurgery. In addition, we are exploring the applications of molecular and functional imaging to radiation therapy. Read more on our radiation physics research.
