Jan J. Wilkens

Prof. Jan J. Wilkens is a Professor of Medical Radiation Physics at the Technical University of Munich (TUM), affiliated with the TUM School of Medicine and Health. He leads the Medical Physics section within the Department of RadioOncology and Radiotherapy at TUM's Klinikum rechts der Isar. His research focuses on optimizing radiation therapy techniques, particularly using proton and ion beams, alongside developing physical and radiobiological models to enhance treatment efficacy and safety. He holds a doctorate from Heidelberg University (2004) and has held positions at the German Cancer Research Center and Washington University School of Medicine.

Education: Studied physics at Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich and the University of Nottingham. Doctorate in physics from Heidelberg University (2004).

Research Interests: Optimization of radiation therapy planning, radiation effects modeling, clinical application of image-guided techniques, and advanced technologies in radiation oncology. His work bridges physics and clinical practice to improve cancer treatment precision and reduce side effects.

Publications: Recent work includes advancements in neutron-gamma fission dose calculations (2024), precision x-ray radiation studies (2023), dual-energy CT for small-animal research (2022), and x-ray dark-field CT for lung damage detection (2021). These reflect a focus on imaging innovations and radiation biology.

Advising/Grants: No specific grants or student advisees listed, but his leadership role suggests active mentorship in radiation physics research. His work aligns with TUM's initiatives in precision medicine and medical technology.