This inventor holds 1 USPTO granted patent. Top assignee: Indiana University. Active years: 2013.
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Years Active: 2013
Title: Innovations in Proton Beam Measurement by Dmitri Nichiporov
Introduction
Dmitri Nichiporov is an accomplished inventor based in Bloomington, IN (US). He has made significant contributions to the field of clinical proton therapy through his innovative patent. His work focuses on enhancing the accuracy and efficiency of dose profile measurements in proton fields.
Latest Patents
Dmitri holds a patent for a "Dose profile measurement system for clinical proton fields." This invention features a beam profile measurement detector designed to verify dose distributions created with active methods of clinical proton beam delivery. The Multi-Pad Ionization Chamber (MPIC) consists of 128 ionization chambers arranged in a single plane, capable of measuring lateral profiles in fields up to 38 cm in diameter. The MPIC pads are designed with a 5 mm pitch for fields up to 20 cm in diameter and a 7 mm pitch for larger fields, ensuring an accuracy of field size determination of about 0.5 mm. Additionally, the Multi-Layer Ionization Chamber (MLIC) detector contains 122 small-volume ionization chambers stacked at a 1.82 mm step for depth-dose profile measurements. The MLIC can measure profiles up to 20 cm in depth and determine the 80% distal dose fall-off with approximately 0.1 mm precision. Both detectors can be connected to the same set of electronics modules, forming a comprehensive data acquisition system.
Career Highlights
Dmitri Nichiporov is affiliated with Indiana University, where he continues to advance research in proton therapy. His innovative approach to dose measurement has the potential to significantly improve clinical outcomes for patients undergoing proton beam therapy.
Collaborations
Dmitri has collaborated with notable colleagues, including Keith A. Solberg and Alexander V. Klyachko, contributing to the development of advanced measurement systems in clinical settings.
Conclusion
Dmitri Nichiporov's work in developing a dose profile measurement system for clinical proton fields exemplifies the intersection of innovation and healthcare technology. His contributions are paving the way for more precise and effective treatments in proton therapy.