Robabeh Rahimi Darabad

Dr. Robabeh Rahimi Darabad is an Associate Professor in the Department of Radiation Oncology at the University of Maryland School of Medicine. She serves as a proton medical physicist with clinical expertise in proton therapy commissioning and optimization of clinical workflows. Her research bridges medical physics and quantum computing, focusing on enhancing radiation oncology standards.

Education:

• Ph.D. in Quantum Information Devices - Osaka University, Japan
• Medical Physics Certificate - University of Chicago Graham School
• Medical Physics Residency - University of Miami
• Mini-MBA Certificate in Healthcare - University of Arizona

Research Focus:
Dr. Rahimi develops clinical standards through the Good Clinical Proton Practice (GCPP) initiative to optimize proton therapy safety and efficiency. She pioneers quantum computing applications in radiation oncology, exploring computational solutions for complex treatment planning challenges. Her work encompasses proton therapy quality assurance, brachytherapy techniques, and quantum algorithm development.

Honors & Awards:

• Japan Society for the Promotion of Science Postdoctoral Fellowship
• Best Top-Accessed Paper Award (International Journal of Quantum Information, 2005)

Professional Leadership:
Dr. Rahimi chairs the Capital Region Chapter of the Alumni Association of the Japan Society for Promotion of Science, fostering international academic collaboration.