Andrea Scarmelotto

Andrea Scarmelotto is a researcher specializing in FLASH radiotherapy and proton therapy, focusing on the role of oxygen in radiation oncology. Active in both experimental and theoretical studies, they have contributed to understanding ultra-high dose rate (UHDR) effects and oxygen dynamics in FLASH treatments.

• Participated in projects like Emerging Proton Therapies (EPT) (2020–2024).
• Presented at major conferences including FRPT 2022 and Tumor Hypoxia - FLASH Radiotherapy Workshop (2023).

Their work bridges physics and biology, optimizing FLASH proton beam delivery systems and investigating oxygen's influence on radiation-induced cellular responses. Key subfields include tumor hypoxia, reactive oxygen species, and high-dose rate radiobiology.

Recent publications highlight their role in developing in vitro models to study FLASH therapy's biological mechanisms, with a focus on ultra-high dose rates (1000 Gy/s) and oxygen-related puzzles. Collaborations with supervisors like Lucas, Heuskin, and Michiels underscore their interdisciplinary approach.