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FLASHGuard reaches final of MIT $100K Entrepreneurship Competition<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

\nFLASHGuard has reached the final of the prestigious MIT $100K Entrepreneurship Competition, one of the most competitive entrepreneurship programs organized by the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), with the final stage taking place on May 12th in Boston at the MIT Media Lab.\n<\/p>\n\n

\nThis milestone follows FLASHGuard\u2019s success at the MIT Portugal 100K Entrepreneurship Competition, which granted direct access to the Launch phase \u2014 the final stage of the competition.\n<\/p>\n\n

\nThis achievement is particularly significant, as it marks the first time a team from outside MIT reaches the final, within the framework of Portugal being the first invited country to participate.\n<\/p>\n\n

\nFLASHGuard operates in the field of medical physics, developing technology for beam monitoring in ultra-high dose rate radiotherapy (FLASH-RT), an emerging approach with the potential to transform cancer treatment.\n<\/p>\n\n

\n\u201cReaching the final of the MIT $100K is a strong validation of the work we have been developing. It is also a unique opportunity to bring technology developed in Portugal to one of the most demanding innovation environments in the world,\u201d\n\u2014 Gon\u00e7alo Ribeiro\n<\/p>\n\n

\nThe project was represented at the national final in Coimbra by Gon\u00e7alo Ribeiro and Pedro Assis.\n<\/p>\n\n

\nThis presence at the final positions FLASHGuard within the MIT innovation ecosystem, providing direct exposure to investors, industry leaders, and the broader technology community.\n<\/p>\n\n

\nFor more details on the national final, please visit: \n\nfull article\n<\/a>\n<\/p>\n\n

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FLASHGuard selected for MIT Portugal 100K Entrepreneurship Competition Final<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

\nFLASHGuard has been selected as a finalist for the prestigious MIT Portugal 100K Entrepreneurship Competition, with the final taking place on April 11th in Coimbra at Instituto Pedro Nunes starting at 14h.\n

\nThis recognition highlights the innovation and impact of FLASHGuard, reinforcing RTBeamTech\u2019s commitment to developing advanced technological solutions with real-world applications.\n

\nThe MIT Portugal 100K Competition is one of the most important entrepreneurship initiatives in Portugal, bringing together leading startups, researchers, and investors.\n

\nBeing selected as a finalist represents a significant milestone for RTBeamTech and provides an opportunity to showcase FLASHGuard to a broader international audience.\n

\nWe invite our community, partners, and supporters to follow this journey and support us as we take this next step.\n\n\n<\/p>\n\n

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Gon\u00e7alo Roriz Participates in Master\u2019s Day at Instituto Superior T\u00e9cnico<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

\nGon\u00e7alo Roriz<\/strong> attended the 2026 edition of Master\u2019s Day at Instituto Superior T\u00e9cnico (IST)<\/strong>, representing both the Particles4Health<\/strong> research group from LIP<\/strong> (Laboratory of Instrumentation and Experimental Particle Physics) and IST<\/strong> itself.\n<\/p>\n\n

\nThe event took place on March 5th<\/strong> in the Central Building of the Alameda campus. It brought together final-year students, recent graduates, faculty, and researchers in an informal setting designed to share insights and clarify academic paths and professional opportunities.\n<\/p>\n\n

\nDuring the session, Gon\u00e7alo Roriz presented the research lines being developed at LIP<\/strong> in the field of particle physics applied to health<\/strong>. His contribution helped bridge the gap between prospective candidates and the scientific and technological opportunities available at IST and its associated research units.\n<\/p>\n\n

\nThe participation of the Particles4Health group highlighted the importance of interdisciplinary research<\/strong> in developing innovative solutions with a direct impact on medicine and technology, reinforcing the commitment of both IST and LIP to advanced training and scientific outreach.\n<\/p>\n\n\n<\/p>\n\n

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Particles4Health at Ci\u00eancia Agora: FLASHGuard Presented by Gon\u00e7alo Ribeiro & Pedro Assis<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

\nOn 27 February 2026<\/strong>, Particles4Health<\/strong> group was featured on the scientific television programme Ci\u00eancia Agora<\/strong> on Sa\u00fade+<\/strong>. The episode included a presentation of FLASHGuard<\/strong>, an innovative real-time beam monitoring system for FLASH radiotherapy.\n<\/p>\n\n

\nRepresenting Particles4Health<\/strong> group, Gon\u00e7alo Ribeiro<\/strong> and Pedro Assis<\/strong> detailed how FLASHGuard applies cutting-edge detector technology and ultra-fast electronics to ensure precision and safety in ultra-high-dose-rate radiotherapy \u2014 a promising approach that can reduce side effects and improve patient outcomes.\n<\/p>\n\n

\nThe presentation highlighted Particles4Health commitment to advancing beam monitoring technologies<\/strong> and accelerating the translation of breakthrough physics innovation into clinical impact<\/strong>.\n<\/p>\n\n

\n\n\nYou can watch the full episode here<\/strong>.\n<\/a>\n<\/p>\n\n

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FLASHGuard team visits Prof. Filipe Vaz at UMinho to collaborate on Thin Films integration<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\"FLASHGuard\n\n

\nOn 2 February 2026<\/strong>, Pedro Assis<\/strong>, Gon\u00e7alo Ribeiro<\/strong>, Manuel Ratola<\/strong>, and Gon\u00e7alo Roriz<\/strong> visited the University of Minho<\/strong> in Braga to meet with Prof. Filipe Vaz<\/strong>. The visit, which also included the participation of PhD student Daniel Carvalho<\/strong>, served to establish a collaboration focused on exploring the potential of integrating thin films<\/strong> into the FLASHGuard detector<\/strong>.\n<\/p>\n\n

\nThis collaboration aims to leverage Prof. Filipe Vaz\u2019s<\/strong> extensive expertise in thin films and represents a significant step forward for the project, as it opens the door for a possible enhancement of the detector's overall performance<\/strong> in monitoring radiotherapy beams.\n<\/p>\n\n

\nThe initiative highlights the group\u2019s ongoing commitment to building a strong network of strategic partners<\/strong>. By merging particle physics with advanced materials science, the team continues to drive technological innovation for the future of healthcare<\/strong>.\n<\/p>\n\n \n

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Prof. Pedro Assis featured by Observador in the \u201cBrilliant Minds\u201d segment with the FLASHGuard Project<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\"FLASHGuard\n\n

\nIn the \u201cBrilliant Minds\u201d<\/strong> segment of Observador<\/strong>, Professor Pedro Assis<\/strong> highlights how techniques and technologies originally developed in particle physics<\/strong> are being applied to improve cancer treatment, particularly in the context of FLASH Radiotherapy<\/strong>.\n<\/p>\n\n

\nThe interview explores the development of advanced particle counting and monitoring systems<\/strong>, which aim to make ultra high dose-rate radiotherapy treatments safer and more precise. This work, closely linked to the FLASHGuard Project<\/strong>, illustrates how fundamental research can translate into concrete clinical applications, with the potential to reduce side effects while maintaining treatment effectiveness.\n<\/p>\n\n

\nCongratulations to Prof. Pedro Assis<\/strong> and the entire FLASHGuard team<\/strong> on this important scientific and societal contribution.\n<\/p>\n\n

\n\n\nFull interview here\n<\/a>\n<\/p>\n\n \n

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Gon\u00e7alo Ribeiro awarded \"Academic Excellence in MEFT\" in recognition of the best MSc thesis in the scientific area of Particle and Nuclear Physics <\/strong><\/h4>\n\"FLASHGuard\n\n

\n On 13 December 2025<\/strong>, Gon\u00e7alo Ribeiro was awarded the \u201cAcademic Excellence in MEFT\u201d<\/strong> distinction by the Physics Department<\/strong>, recognising the best MSc thesis in the scientific area of Particle and Nuclear Physics<\/strong>.\n<\/p>\n\n

\n His MSc thesis was developed within the FLASHGuard Project<\/strong>, and the work was supervised by Professor Pedro Assis<\/strong> and Professor Patr\u00edcia Gon\u00e7alves<\/strong>. This distinction recognises the excellence and originality of the research carried out by Gon\u00e7alo Ribeiro and highlights the role of the FLASHGuard Project<\/strong> in fostering high-quality training and research in Particle and Nuclear Physics<\/strong>.\n<\/p>\n\n

\n\nCongratulations to Gon\u00e7alo Ribeiro, Prof. Pedro Assis and Prof. Patr\u00edcia Gon\u00e7alves!\n

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Gon\u00e7alo Roriz, Prof. Pedro Assis and Prof. Bernardo Tom\u00e9 present FLASHGuard at the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation<\/strong><\/h4>\n\"FLASHGuard\n \n\"FLASHGuard \n\n

\n \nOn 13 December 2025<\/strong>, Gon\u00e7alo Roriz presented his work in the first scientific retreat of the \"Novos Talentos\"<\/strong> program in the 25\/26 edition. After receiving this competitive and prestigious grant, Gon\u00e7alo decided to work in the FLASHGuard Project. Prof. Pedro Assis and Prof. Bernardo Tom\u00e9, his two tutors, were also present and introduced the work Gon\u00e7alo is going to develop. \n<\/p>\n

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\n\nCongratulations to Gon\u00e7alo Roriz!\n

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Prof. Pedro Assis and Gon\u00e7alo Ribeiro attended FRPT2025 in Prague<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\"FLASHGuard\n\n

\nProfessor Pedro Assis<\/strong> and Gon\u00e7alo Ribeiro<\/strong> attended FRPT2025<\/strong> in Prague<\/strong>, an international conference dedicated to the latest advances in FLASH Radiotherapy<\/strong>.\n<\/p>\n\n

\nTheir participation highlights the strong commitment of Particles4Health<\/strong> to remaining at the forefront of scientific and technological innovation. As a conference fully focused on FLASH Radiotherapy<\/strong>, FRPT2025 brings together leading experts working on ultra high dose-rate radiation treatments, reinforcing the importance of cutting-edge research in improving cancer therapies.\n<\/p>\n\n

\nBy actively engaging in this scientific forum, Particles4Health<\/strong> continues to contribute to and follow the frontiers of knowledge, fostering the translation of advanced research into impactful clinical solutions.\n<\/p>\n\n \n

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FLASHGuard wins the Healthtech Lisboa Award in the 3rd edition of the Lispolis Ignite program<\/strong><\/h4>\n\"FLASHGuard\n

\nOn 27 November 2025<\/strong>, FLASHGuard was awarded first place in the Lispolis Ignite program<\/strong>, winning the Healthtech Lisboa Award<\/strong>, worth \u20ac4,000<\/strong>.\n<\/p>\n

\nFLASHGuard presents a novel real-time beam monitoring solution for Ultra-High Dose Rates, instrumental for the clinical implementation of FLASH Radiotherapy. The project is developed in the Particles4Health group, led by Prof. Pedro Assis, at LIP - Laborat\u00f3rio de Instrumenta\u00e7\u00e3o e F\u00edsica Experimental de Part\u00edculas.\n

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\nAcross 4 intensive workshop days, with lectures, quick sessions with experts in Healthtech and business development sessions, all participants presented their start-ups in the Demo Day, to a multidisciplinary panel of specialists.\n

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\nBesides FLASHGuard's first place, the second prize was awarded to FLASH \u2013 Rapid Diagnostics, while Enterprise Bot received the third prize.\n

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\n\nCongratulations to FLASHGuard and the team!\n

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Gon\u00e7alo Ribeiro wins Youth Start-Up Competition 2025 for innovation in cancer treatment<\/strong><\/h4>\n\"FLASHGuard\n

\nOn November 2025<\/strong>, Gon\u00e7alo Ribeiro<\/strong> won the Youth Start-Up Competition (YSC) 2025<\/strong> with his pioneering medical technology project FLASHGuard.\n<\/p>\n\n

\nPresented at the SME Assembly 2025 in Copenhagen, FLASHGuard enables the safe clinical use of FLASH Radiotherapy, a cutting-edge cancer treatment that protects healthy tissue while maintaining tumor control. By bridging science, technology, and care, the project places Europe at the forefront of advanced health tech innovation. \n<\/p>\n\n

\nSelected as one of three finalists by the expert jury from over 70 entries, Gon\u00e7alo\u2019s project went on to win the audience vote at the SME Assembly, where participants chose the most promising start-up among this year\u2019s finalists. FLASHGuard impressed with its potential to enhance Europe\u2019s competitiveness in medical research and improve the quality of life for patients worldwide. \n<\/p>\n\n

\nGon\u00e7alo will now take FLASHGuard to the 2026 European Innovation Council Summit in Brussels, where he will gain greater visibility and connect with Europe\u2019s leaders in innovation and healthcare. \n<\/p>\n\n

\nCongratulations to Gon\u00e7alo and the FLASHGuard team on this achievement! A word of appreciation also to the other two finalists, Michael Strudler (Austria) and Jonas Kewenig (Germany).\n<\/p>\nRead More<\/a>\n

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Gon\u00e7alo Roriz awarded Gulbenkian \u201cNovos Talentos\u201d Grant 2025<\/strong><\/h4>\n\"FLASHGuard\n

\nOn November 2025<\/strong>, Gon\u00e7alo Roriz<\/strong>, a Master's student of Engineering Physics<\/strong> at Instituto Superior T\u00e9cnico (IST)<\/strong>, was awarded a prestigious Gulbenkian \u201cNovos Talentos\u201d Grant<\/strong> in the field of Physics.\n<\/p>\n\n

\nThis highly competitive grant, promoted by the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation<\/strong>, aims to support outstanding university students in Portugal who demonstrate exceptional academic performance and a strong motivation for scientific research. It provides financial support, advanced training opportunities, and mentoring activities that encourage the development of new scientific skills and innovation.\n<\/p>\n\n

\nWithin the scope of the grant, Gon\u00e7alo will carry out his research work at the Laborat\u00f3rio de Instrumenta\u00e7\u00e3o e F\u00edsica Experimental de Part\u00edculas (LIP)<\/strong>, as part of the Particles4Health<\/strong> group led by Prof. Pedro Assis<\/strong>. His project will be developed within FLASHGuard<\/strong>, a project that focuses on developing ultra-fast monitoring devices for FLASH Radiotherapy<\/strong> \u2014 an emerging technology that promises more effective and less invasive cancer treatments through precise particle detection.\n<\/p>\n\n

\nThis recognition not only highlights Gon\u00e7alo\u2019s academic excellence and research potential but also reinforces the importance of LIP<\/strong> and IST<\/strong> as institutions that foster young scientific talent and innovation at the intersection of physics and health.\n<\/p>\n\n

\nCongratulations to Gon\u00e7alo on this amazing achievement!\n<\/p>\nRead More<\/a>\n

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Gon\u00e7alo Ribeiro successfully defended his Master\u2019s Thesis<\/strong><\/h4>\n\"FLASHGuard\n

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\nOn 3 November 2025<\/strong>, Gon\u00e7alo Ribeiro<\/strong> successfully defended his Master\u2019s thesis at Instituto Superior T\u00e9cnico (IST)<\/strong>, obtaining the highest grade of 20\/20<\/strong>.\n<\/p>\n\n

\nThe thesis was conducted at the Laborat\u00f3rio de Instrumenta\u00e7\u00e3o e F\u00edsica Experimental de Part\u00edculas (LIP)<\/strong>, within the Particles4Health<\/strong> research group led by Prof. Pedro Assis<\/strong>. The work was supervised by Prof. Pedro Assis<\/strong> and Prof. Patr\u00edcia Gon\u00e7alves<\/strong>.\n<\/p>\n\n

\nThe jury was composed of Prof. Guilherme Milhano<\/strong> and Prof. Bernardo Tom\u00e9<\/strong>, whose evaluation and insightful discussion contributed to the successful defense.\n<\/p>\n\n

\nThis achievement reflects years of rigorous study and research, and acknowledges the formative role of both LIP<\/strong> and IST<\/strong> in Gon\u00e7alo\u2019s academic development.\n<\/p>\n

\nCongratulations to Gon\u00e7alo Ribeiro on this outstanding achievement and on concluding his Master\u2019s degree with distinction!\n

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Pedro Assis participated at Physis Congress 2025<\/strong><\/h4>\n\"FLASHGuard\n

\n\n Between October 24 and 26, 2025, the University of Coimbra hosted the 6th edition of the Congress of Physis \u2013 the Portuguese Association of Physics Students. Dedicated to the fields of Medical, Nuclear, and Particle Physics, the event brought together students and researchers from across the country.\n\n

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\n The LIP group Particles4Health<\/strong>, led by Pedro Assis<\/strong>, played an active role in the congress. Pedro Assis participated in the roundtable on Medical Physics held on October 24, sharing insights on the intersection between particle physics and healthcare technologies, and discussing current research and innovation in the field.\n<\/p>\n\n

\n\n The participation of Particles4Health reflects the group\u2019s commitment to fostering scientific dialogue and inspiring new generations of physicists to explore applications of particle physics in medicine and health.\n<\/p>\n\n

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Prof. Pedro Assis and Gon\u00e7alo Ribeiro represented the FLASHGuard Project in Barcelona at the official kick-off of the CaixaImpulse Health Innovation Grant<\/strong><\/h4>\n\"FLASHGuard\n

\nOn September 16th and 17th<\/strong>, Prof. Pedro Assis and Gon\u00e7alo Ribeiro represented the FLASHGuard Project in Barcelona at the official kick-off of the CaixaImpulse Health Innovation Grant<\/strong>. \nThe event marked the beginning of the program and included the first week of business training<\/strong>, bringing together selected projects from across Portugal and Spain. \n<\/p>\n

\nBeing part of this highly competitive initiative, with a success rate of only 6.7%<\/strong>, is a major milestone for FLASHGuard and reinforces our mission to translate cutting-edge physics into medicine. \n<\/p>\nRead More<\/a>\n

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FLASHGuard Project awarded CaixaImpulse Health Innovation Grant<\/strong><\/h4>\n\"FLASHGuard\n

\nAnother milestone for FLASHGuard: the project has been awarded the \nCaixaImpulse Health Innovation Grant<\/strong> \ud83c\udf89 \nThis is one of the most competitive programs in Iberia, with a success rate of only 6.7%<\/strong>, and applications are restricted to excellent research centers in Portugal and Spain. \n

The grant includes an initial \u20ac50,000 and provides a pathway to securing up to \u20ac700,000 over five years, distributed across three stages. Beyond funding, it offers 5 hours of mentoring, 10 hours of expert advice with top specialists from the \u201cla Caixa\u201d Foundation network, and four weeks of business training.<\/p>\n<\/p>\nRead More<\/a>\n

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Gon\u00e7alo Roriz delivers a talk at IST-PhysFront'25 in the session Outstanding Student Talk<\/strong><\/h4>\n \"Roriz\"\n\n

\n Gon\u00e7alo Roriz was invited to present in the Outstanding Student Talk<\/strong> session at IST-PhysFront\u201925. His talk, \u201cFLASHGuard: How to Enable Revolutionary Cancer Treatment With a Particle Physics Device\u201d, highlighted the innovative potential of FLASHGuard in bringing cutting-edge particle physics technology into the fight against cancer.\n<\/p>\n

For more information on the event and full program details, visit the IST-PhysFront\u201925 official website<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n

Congratulations to Gon\u00e7alo Roriz!<\/p>\n Read More<\/a>\n

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FLASHGuard Project awarded Best PhD Poster at IST-PhysFront'25<\/strong><\/h4>\n \"IST-PhysFront\u201925\n

\n We are proud to announce that FLASHGuard Project<\/strong> was awarded with the Best PhD Poster at IST-PhysFront\u201925<\/a> as part of the highly selective Outstanding Student Talks<\/strong> segment.\n<\/p>\n

For more information on the event and full program details, visit the IST-PhysFront\u201925 official website<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n

Congratulations to FLASHGuard's team!<\/p>\n Read More<\/a>\n

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FLASHGuard welcomes 3 new students!<\/strong><\/h4>\n \"New\n

\n Maria Eduarda Fidalgo, Carlota Pataca, and Francisco Cavaco, Engineering Physics students at Instituto Superior T\u00e9cnico, have joined FLASHGuard to develop their bachelor\u2019s theses. Carlota and Francisco will conduct experimental work, while Eduarda will focus on simulations, under the supervision of Prof. Pedro Assis and Gon\u00e7alo Ribeiro.\n\n

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Gon\u00e7alo Roriz to Present at IST-PhysFront\u201925: Featured in Outstanding Student Talks<\/strong><\/h4>\n \"IST-PhysFront\u201925\n

\n We are proud to announce that Gon\u00e7alo Roriz<\/strong>, a student researcher involved in the FLASHGuard Project<\/a>, will be presenting his work at IST-PhysFront\u201925<\/a> as part of the highly selective Outstanding Student Talks<\/strong> segment.\n<\/p>\n

For more information on the event and full program details, visit the IST-PhysFront\u201925 official website<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n

Congratulations to Gon\u00e7alo Roriz!<\/p>\n Read More<\/a>\n

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Gon\u00e7alo Roriz's Bachelor's Thesis Defense<\/strong><\/h4>\n\"Gon\u00e7alo\n

\n On July 1st, 2025, Gon\u00e7alo Roriz successfully defended his Bachelor's thesis with a final grade of 20\/20, developed within the FLASHGuard Project under the supervision of Prof. Pedro Assis and Gon\u00e7alo Ribeiro. His work focused on the development of advanced electronics and data acquisition systems for real-time monitoring of FLASH Radiotherapy beams. Congratulations to Gon\u00e7alo Roriz on earning his Physics Engineering degree and the highest distinction on his thesis!\n<\/p>\n

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Introducing BoneOscopy Researcher Prof. Pedro Assis<\/strong><\/h4>\n \"Prof.\n

Meet Prof. Pedro Assis, Particles4Health Group Leader, key researcher behind BoneOscopy, advancing personalized proton therapy for metastatic bone cancer.<\/p>\n Read More<\/a>\n

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FLASHGuard Project Presented at XXII Seminar on Software in Alghero, Italy<\/strong><\/h4>\n\"FLASHGuard\n

\n Gon\u00e7alo Ribeiro presented the FLASHGuard Project at the XXII Seminar on Software for Nuclear, Subnuclear and Applied Physics in Alghero, Italy as a grant awardee. Carolina Miranda also attended this summer school. The event combined technical presentations with a scientific school featuring a full course on the Geant4 simulation toolkit<\/a>, a Machine Learning fundamentals course, and seminars on the latest developments in particle accelerators.\n<\/p>\nThis work has been carried out within the framework of the COST Action CA21128- PROBONO \u201cPROton BOron Nuclear fusion: from energy production to medical applications\u201d, supported by COST (European Cooperation in Science and Technology - www.cost.eu).\n

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Prof. Pedro Assis presents an IST Department of Physics Colloquium about his new group, Particles4Health<\/strong><\/h4>\n \"Colloquium\"\n

Find out how Prof. Assis' group is reshaping radiotherapy.<\/p>\n Read More<\/a>\n

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FLASHGuard Project wins Lab2Market@T\u00e9cnico 2025<\/strong><\/h4>\n \"FLASHGuard\n

Discover how the FLASHGuard Project earned recognition at Lab2Market, highlighting its potential to improve cancer treatment technologies.<\/p>\n Read More<\/a>\n

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Gon\u00e7alo Ribeiro Delivers Invited Oral Presentation at CERN for the FLASHGuard Project<\/strong><\/h4>
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The invited presentation was delivered on 23rd May 2025<\/strong> for the NIMMS group<\/strong> at CERN, reflecting our commitment to continuously share knowledge, foster collaboration, and drive innovation in the field of medical technologies.<\/p>\n \n

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Particles4Health Members Honoured on T\u00e9cnico Day 2025<\/strong><\/h4>\n\"T\u00e9cnico\n

\n Congratulations to Particles4Health members Pedro Assis and Gon\u00e7alo Ribeiro for receiving Teaching Excellence Awards during T\u00e9cnico Day 2025.\n<\/p>\nRead More<\/a>\n

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Particles4Health at IST Physics Week 2025<\/strong><\/h4>\n\"IST\n

\n Gon\u00e7alo Ribeiro, Carolina Miranda and Bruna Lima presented the applications of radiation in health, medical imaging and space exploration to over 60 high-school students during Semana da F\u00edsica.\n<\/p>\nRead More<\/a>\n

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FLASHGuard among the finalists of Lab2Market 2025<\/strong><\/h4>\n\"FLASHGuard\n

\n FLASHGuard was selected as one of five finalists in the 2025 Lab2Market acceleration programme, highlighting its potential to bring real-time FLASH Radiotherapy monitoring to clinical reality.\n<\/p>\nRead More<\/a>\n

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BoneOscopy Kick-off Meeting at LIP<\/strong><\/h4>\n\"BoneOscopy\n

\n The BoneOscopy project officially launched with its Kick-off Meeting held at LIP in Lisbon, bringing together all six consortium partners from five countries. This meeting marked the start of a joint effort to develop new imaging technologies for daily tumour monitoring in bone metastasis patients. Participants discussed technical strategies, shared expertise, and strengthened collaboration for this ambitious European project.\n<\/p>\nRead More<\/a>\n

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Particles4Health Students Win JEF Awards<\/strong><\/h4>\n\"JEF\n

\n Particles4Health students Carolina Miranda and Gon\u00e7alo Roriz were distinguished at the JEF Awards<\/strong>, recognising outstanding Bachelor's and Master's research projects. Their work within the FLASHGuard Project, focused on developing advanced technologies for FLASH Radiotherapy beam monitoring, earned them first-place prizes in both competition categories. The awards celebrate academic excellence and the potential impact of their research on cancer treatment.\n<\/p>\nRead More<\/a>\n

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Outreach Talk at Col\u00e9gio Jo\u00e3o Paulo II<\/strong><\/h4>\n\"Outreach\n

\n Gon\u00e7alo Roriz visited Col\u00e9gio Jo\u00e3o Paulo II in Braga to introduce students to the world of Particle Physics and its applications in medicine. The lecture highlighted how technologies such as those developed within FLASHGuard Project<\/strong> are helping to advance cancer treatment. The session aimed to inspire young students to explore the intersection of physics, technology, and healthcare.\n<\/p>\nRead More<\/a>\n

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Outreach Talk at Nobel Algarve British International School<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n

\n Gon\u00e7alo Ribeiro delivered an outreach lecture at Nobel Algarve British International School, engaging students on how Particle Physics technologies can be applied to improve healthcare. During the talk, students learned about cutting-edge projects like the FLASHGuard Project<\/strong>, which aims to revolutionise cancer treatment using detector technologies developed through Particle Physics research.\n<\/p>\nRead More<\/a>\n

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FLASHGuard Project at the 4th FLASH Radiotherapy Conference in Rome<\/strong><\/h4>\n\"FLASHGuard\n

\n In December 2024, members of the FLASHGuard team \u2014 Pedro Assis, Gon\u00e7alo Ribeiro, and Carolina Miranda \u2014 participated in the 4th FLASH Radiotherapy and Particle Therapy (FRPT) Conference in Rome, the leading global event on this emerging cancer treatment technique. Gon\u00e7alo Ribeiro presented the FLASHGuard Project during a poster session, showcasing innovative solutions for real-time beam monitoring in FLASH Radiotherapy.\n<\/p>\nRead More<\/a>\n

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BoneOscopy Project Launches at LIP<\/strong><\/h4>\n\"BoneOscopy\n

\n On January 1, 2025, LIP officially joined the European BoneOscopy<\/strong> consortium, a five-year Horizon Europe project aiming to transform the treatment of bone cancer. The project unites multidisciplinary expertise to develop the first technology capable of daily tumour and calcium monitoring during particle beam therapy \u2014 without additional radiation exposure. At LIP, researchers including Pedro Assis, Rute Pedro, and Bernardo Tom\u00e9 will lead the development of advanced detectors, fast electronics, and simulations essential for enabling more personalised and precise treatments.\n<\/p>\nRead More<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

FLASHGuard reaches final of MIT $100K Entrepreneurship Competition FLASHGuard has reached the final of the prestigious MIT $100K Entrepreneurship Competition, one of the most competitive entrepreneurship programs organized by the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), with the final stage taking place on May 12th in Boston at the MIT Media Lab. This milestone follows FLASHGuard\u2019s … <\/p>\n

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