2 papers
physics.med-ph2025
A quantum computing approach to beam angle optimization
Nimita Shinde, Ya-Nan Zhu, Haozheng Shen +1
Background: Beam angle optimization (BAO) is a critical component of radiation therapy (RT) treatment planning, where small changes in beam configuration can significantly impact t…
physics.med-ph2025
An energy optimization method based on mixed-integer model and variational quantum computing algorithm for faster IMPT
Ya-Nan Zhu, Nimita Shinde, Bowen Lin +1
Intensity-modulated proton therapy (IMPT) offers superior dose conformity with reduced exposure to surrounding healthy tissues compared to conventional photon therapy. Improving IM…