Dongnam Institute of Radiological and Medical Sciences Holds 2nd Future Innovation Symposium in Radiological Medical Science

Experts in Radiation from France, Japan, and Korea Gather
Collaboration in Radiation Medical Science Including Biological Effects Assessment

Southeast Radiation Oncology Center (Director: Lee Changhun) held the "2nd Future Innovation Symposium on Radiation Medical Science" over two days starting on the 27th at the main auditorium of the center.

The Southeast Regional Radiation Medical Center is holding the 2nd Radiation Medical Science Future Innovation Symposium and taking a commemorative photo. Provided by the Southeast Regional Radiation Medical Center

This symposium serves as a platform for leading domestic and international experts to share the latest research achievements and exchange ideas, aiming to help the Southeast Radiation Medical Science Complex become a global hub for radiation medical science. Marking its second year, the symposium was held successfully with the participation of invited overseas experts.

With over 100 experts in the field of radiation medical science from Korea and abroad participating, a total of four sessions featured presentations by 17 speakers, creating a vibrant environment of collaboration across various research areas related to radiation.

On the first day, during the first session on Radiation Biological Effects Assessment, Dr. Lee Jeongil from the Korea Atomic Energy Research Institute served as chair. Presentations and discussions included "Considerations on the Use of EPR Dosimeters in Radiation Accidents" by Dr. Francois Trompier from the French Nuclear Safety Authority, and "Chromosome Analysis Techniques for Radiation Dose Assessment Using Deep Learning" by Dr. Jeong Sugyeong from the Radiation Dose Assessment Research Team at Southeast Radiation Oncology Center.

In particular, Dr. Francois Trompier from the French Nuclear Safety Authority explained the role of EPR dose measurement in managing radiation accident victims, based on his 30 years of expertise. He described how EPR dosimeters can be used not only for analyzing radiation doses in teeth and bones but also for estimating doses to the hands through fingernail analysis, demonstrating the expanding scope of analysis. This led to an active Q&A session, with dose assessment researchers raising various questions they had been curious about.

In the second session on Accelerator-Based Radiation Therapy and Applications, Professor Lee Seungwook from Pusan National University chaired the session. Presentations included "Latest Trends in FLASH Radiation Therapy" by Director Yoo Dosol from the Department of Radiation Oncology at Southeast Radiation Oncology Center, and "Current Status of Animal Cancer Treatment and the Importance of Radiation Therapy" by Professor Hwang Taeseong from the Department of Veterinary Medicine at Gyeongsang National University, drawing significant interest from attendees.

On the second day, in the first session on Radiation and Cancer, Professor Joo Youngseok from KAIST chaired the session. Presentations included "Genomic-Level Effects of Radiation on Normal Cells and Their Implications" by Dr. Lim Junho from INOCRAS, and "DNA Damage Repair Mechanisms Affecting High LET (Linear Energy Transfer) Radiation Sensitivity" by Professor Takata from the Institute for Basic Science. In the second session on Radiopharmaceuticals, chaired by Professor Bae Sanggyun from Haeundae Paik Hospital, the current status of therapeutic radiopharmaceutical development was presented by FutureChem CTO Gil Heeseop, among other topics.

Lee Changhun, Director of the Southeast Radiation Oncology Center, stated, "In addition to the first-established Southeast Radiation Oncology Center, national projects such as the Heavy Ion Therapy Center and the New Research Reactor for Export are soon to be operational in the Southeast Radiation Medical Science Industrial Complex. The symposium, which invites domestic and international scholars, will serve as a cornerstone for revitalizing future growth industries and making Busan a hub where excellent companies and talent gather. We aim to regularly provide opportunities for collaboration among research institutions, leading Busan to become a hub for future innovation in radiation medical science and technology."

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