Monte Carlo simulation of proton therapy using bio-nanomaterials

Introduction In recent years, there has been a spectacular development in nanomedicine field with new nanoparticles for diagnosis and cancer therapy. Although most researchers have been always interested in gold nanoparticles (GNPs) Materials and methods In the present work we present a comparison b...

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Published in:Journal of radiotherapy in practice 2016-09, Vol.15 (3), p.290-295
Main Authors: Belamri, Chafika, Dib, Anis Samy Amine, Belbachir, Ahmed H.
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Language:English
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Summary:Introduction In recent years, there has been a spectacular development in nanomedicine field with new nanoparticles for diagnosis and cancer therapy. Although most researchers have been always interested in gold nanoparticles (GNPs) Materials and methods In the present work we present a comparison between the use of bio-nanomaterials in proton therapy. Conclusion Consequently, our results show that platinum nanoparticles (PtNPs) present an interesting advantages comparing with GNPs and silver nanoparticles. On the other hand, the use of PtNPs facilitates in a considerable way the proton therapy.
ISSN:1460-3969
1467-1131
DOI:10.1017/S1460396916000145