Linear Accelerator technologies, including the SAMEER (Society for Applied Microwave Electronics Engineering & Research) initiative, recently achieved a breakthrough in cancer treatment with an MoU on Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) and technology transfer.
About Linear Accelerator:
- The Linear Accelerator (linac) is a device used for external beam radiation treatments for cancer patients.
- It utilizes microwave technology to accelerate electrons, which then collide with a heavy metal target to produce high-energy x-rays.
- These x-rays destroy cancer cells while sparing nearby normal tissue.
Ref: Source
| UPSC IAS Preparation Resources | |
| Current Affairs Analysis | Topperspedia |
| GS Shots | Simply Explained |
| Daily Flash Cards | Daily Quiz |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs):
What is SAMEER?
SAMEER stands for Society for Applied Microwave Electronics Engineering & Research, focusing on advancements in microwave and related technologies.
What is Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)?
MRI is a medical imaging technique used in radiology to form pictures of the anatomy and the physiological processes of the body.
What is a Linear Accelerator?
A Linear Accelerator, or linac, is a device that uses microwave technology to accelerate electrons for external beam radiation treatments in cancer patients.