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The most precise real-time particle beam profiling system designed for advanced radiotherapy

See how our technology helps making innovative cancer therapies available to more people

What is particle therapy?

Particle beams such as protons or carbon ions are used in a type of radiation therapy known as particle (or hadron) therapy, which is employed to treat cancer. These particles offer the advantage of delivering the prescribed radiation dose with sub-millimeter precision, minimizing damage to surrounding healthy tissue and reducing side effects.

Accelerator Room

The accelerator prepares a particle beam to be used for treatment.

Our solution

Our detector monitors the particle beam to ensure optical machine operation.

Treatment Room

The particle beam is delivered and precisely targets the cancerous cells.

Accelerator Room

The accelerator prepares a particle beam to be used for treatment.

Our solution

Our detector monitors the particle beam to ensure optical machine operation.

Treatment Room

The particle beam is delivered and precisely targets the cancerous cells.

How we measure the beam

Thanks to a micro-fabricated scintillator, we are able to map the two dimensional particle transverse profile, retrieving the beam shape and position with outstanding accuracy.

/ Technology

Innovative solutions for advanced beam diagnostics

Discover our turn-key, patented, beam profiling system.

System

Detection

As the particle beam passes through the detector's sensitive area, consisting of micropatterned scintillating channels, it interacts with the scintillating material, generating light.

Acquisition

This light is then directed to a readout system, which accurately captures the beam’s shape and position.

Processing

The data is then processed and analyzed, allowing for the retrieval of critical beam parameters such as transverse emittance, energy, and energy spread based on the beam's shape and position.

Detection

As the particle beam passes through the detector's sensitive area, consisting of micropatterned scintillating channels, it interacts with the scintillating material, generating light.

Acquisition

This light is then directed to a readout system, which accurately captures the beam’s shape and position.

Processing

The data is then processed and analyzed, allowing for the retrieval of critical beam parameters such as transverse emittance, energy, and energy spread based on the beam's shape and position.

Detection device

Our detector is mounted on a retractable holder, allowing it to intercept the beam only when necessary. The interaction of the particle beam takes place in the sensitive area, highlighted in color above.

Material and properties

Combining cutting-edge microfabrication techniques with scintillating materials, our solution provides customizable detectors tailored to your specific requirements. By easy replacement of the sensitive area, our solution ensures durability and consistent performance.

“We developed a patented scintillating resin-based imaging system that precisely capture the particle beam properties. This scalable technology enables highly accurate monitoring,ensuring optimal performance in particle accelerators—vital for hadron therapy.”

Veronica Leccese, Co-Founder @ Protonica

/ Advantages

Outstanding performance, easy setup and maintenance

Our system offers numerous advantages. Through collaboration with treatment facilities, we have tailored our solution for seamless integration, enhanced precision, and reliable performance. Flexible and adaptable, it meets the needs of various beam types and configurations with unmatched accuracy and ease of use.

High Accuracy

Protonica’s patented systems, come as a plug and play installation between the “operation” room and treatment room. 3 sensors are installed with minimum operational downtime. These then send information to a central hub that connects to the existing installation to display data to the care giver.

Sensitivity and rapid signal response

Harnessing the power of cutting-edge scintillator technology, Protonica brings you detectors that excel in sensitivity and rapid signal response. Benefit from the unique advantages of scintillators for superior beam monitoring.

Real-time data for monitoring

Say goodbye to delays with Protonica’s advanced detectors. Our scintillator-based technology delivers fast, online monitoring of particle beams—providing real-time data o support beam tuning and diagnostics, and ensuring consistent beam quality.

Easy operation & maintenance

Simplify your operational workflow with Protonica's detectors. Designed for easy maintenance, our scintillator-based technology ensures that servicing is straightforward, minimizing downtime and maximizing efficiency.

“Our system enables fast setup and precise beam diagnostics, reducing operational costs and increasing machine availability. By improving workflow efficiency, it supports the broader adoption of advanced particle therapies—helping make them more accessible worldwide.”