Conventional radiotherapy, including photon-based (X-ray) and proton therapy, often damages surrounding healthy tissue, causing side effects and limiting the dose. These approaches also involve trade-offs in precision, cost, and infrastructure demands.
The presented technology offers a laser-plasma accelerator-based system that generates very high-energy electron (VHEE) beams for precise, non-invasive cancer treatment. Designed for deep-seated tumors, it provides a compact, energy-efficient, and cost-effective alternative to current therapies.
Advanced, high-precision radiotherapy for cancer treatment, with a focus on deep-seated tumors such as prostate and bladder cancers.
- Reduced side effects and irradiation time
- Improved selectivity compared to X-ray
- Cost-effective and energy-efficient system
- Modular integration with imaging and patient positioning systems
- Compact design with low shielding and space requirements
The technology is currently at TRL 4, with key components validated in laboratory settings using Geant4 numerical simulations. A clinical system design (GreenBeam®) has been defined, and a minimum viable product (MVP) is under development. Experimental validation and real-world testing are planned as the next phase.
