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Dr. Robert de Kemp is a Research Professor at Carleton University's Physics Department within the Faculty of Science. His primary affiliation is with the Cardiac P.E.T. Centre at the University of Ottawa Heart Institute. His research focuses on advancing three-dimensional attenuation and scatter corrections in positron emission tomography (PET), automated cardiac image analysis, and the development of novel isotope infusion systems for precise myocardial blood flow measurements. Key technical contributions include rubidium-82 (Rb-82) and oxygen-15 (O-15) tracer systems, as well as 3D coronary artery reconstruction and anatomical-functional image fusion.
His work spans clinical and technical advancements in cardiac PET imaging, including kinetic modeling for Rb-82 blood flow analysis, respiratory motion correction in PET/CT, and quantification of myocardial flow reserve. He collaborates extensively with medical teams to integrate PET imaging into clinical decision-making, as evidenced by studies on myocardial viability and cardiac resynchronization therapy outcomes.
Dr. de Kemp’s publications address technical challenges in PET imaging accuracy, operator variability, and the physiological impacts of interventions like mitral valve surgery. His research bridges physics, cardiology, and clinical practice, aiming to improve diagnostic precision and patient care in cardiovascular medicine.
