About
Dr. Wouter Crijns is an Assistant Professor at the KU Leuven Faculty of Medicine, affiliated with the Department of Oncology and the Laboratory of Experimental Radiotherapy. He serves as promotor and co-promotor for multiple advanced radiotherapy projects including AI-driven treatment planning and additive manufacturing applications. Active in both research and education, he teaches courses on radiotherapy technology, dosimetry, and computational methods in medical physics.
- Assistant Professor (Faculty of Medicine)
- Promotor roles in AI-based RT planning (2022-2028) and OSL dosimetry (2021-2025)
- Co-promotor for additive manufacturing projects (2023-2027)
- Member of Faculty and Department of Oncology councils
Research Focus: His work bridges artificial intelligence and radiation oncology, developing automated treatment planning systems and innovative dosimetry solutions using optically stimulated luminescence and real-time measurement technologies. Current projects explore personalized radiotherapy immobilization through 3D printing and machine learning strategies for adaptive treatment protocols.
Publications Analysis: Recent works demonstrate expertise in automated VMAT planning, proton therapy dosimetry, and quality assurance innovations. Key technical areas include deep learning applications, dynamic radiation delivery, and multi-modal imaging integration in treatment workflows.
Laboratory Affiliation: Works within the Laboratory of Experimental Radiotherapy and collaborates with the KU Leuven Cancer Institute (LKI), contributing to translational research between engineering innovations and clinical radiation oncology practices.
