Paul Black

Paul Black, PhD, is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Radiation Oncology at Wake Forest University School of Medicine in Winston-Salem. He is also affiliated with the Comprehensive Cancer Center (CCC), contributing to translational and clinical research in radiation therapy.

Education:

• BS, College of William and Mary, 2007
• PhD, University of Rochester, 2012

Dr. Black's research lies at the intersection of medical physics and radiation oncology, with a focus on improving the precision and safety of radiotherapy. His work spans dosimetric verification, image-guided radiotherapy, and Cherenkov-based treatment monitoring. He has developed models for hydrogel spacer efficacy in prostate SBRT and has conducted extensive commissioning studies on small animal irradiators for preclinical research.

His recent publications demonstrate a strong trend toward technical innovation in radiation delivery and dosimetric accuracy, particularly in stereotactic and image-guided contexts. The work integrates advanced imaging, 3D dosimetry, and clinical outcomes analysis.

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Dr. Black actively contributes to research in radiation oncology physics, though no formal advising roles or grant funding are mentioned in the available text. His collaborations include physicists and clinicians across multiple institutions, indicating an integrated team-based research approach.

He is involved in research efforts within the Comprehensive Cancer Center, particularly in developing and validating novel dosimetry and imaging techniques for both clinical and preclinical applications.