The Particles4Health group at LIP applies particle physics technologies to address medical challenges, focusing on detector development, fast electronics, and real-time monitoring for cancer treatment. Bringing together expertise in particle detection, instrumentation, and simulation, the group works at the interface of fundamental research and healthcare innovation.
Particles4Health operates within LIP’s Biomedical Applications research line and is supported by infrastructures such as the LoMAC laboratory, LIP’s Electronics and Detectors laboratories, and Competence Centres in simulation, big data, and artificial intelligence.
Research Projects
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🔬 BoneOscopy
An European EIC Pathfinder project (€3.4 million) using live-cell spectroscopy to monitor calcium concentration during proton treatments, contributing to more effective and personalised bone cancer therapy. -
⚡ FLASHGuard Project
A novel detector based on Particle Physics Technology for ultra-fast FLASH Radiotherapy beam monitoring, improving safety and precision. The project has been recognised with the Lab2Market@Técnico 2025 award, academic prizes, and a patent application is underway. -
💡 PicoMonitoring
Development of ultra-fast particle detection systems using LGAD technology with sub-nanosecond resolution for advanced medical beam diagnostics.
Collaboration and Opportunities
The group collaborates with academic and clinical partners across Europe, contributing to national and international efforts to advance radiotherapy technologies. We welcome new collaborations and motivated students interested in working at the intersection of Particle Physics and Medicine.
Group Leader: Pedro Assis, PhD
📧 pedjor@lip.pt